Wednesday, February 16, 2011- The Stamford Professional Fire Fighters Association is hosting our Annual Education Seminar on Saturday, March 5, 2011 from 0900-1600. This year's seminar will focus on Fire Ground Size Up "A Comprehensive Look" and be presented by Deputy Chief Michael Terpak of the Jersey City (NJ) Fire Department. The event will be held at the UCONN Stamford branch and cost just $25 for the day. Registration can be done online by visiting www.regonline.com/stamforde2011. Questions may also be e-mailed to StamfordES@gmail.com. Space is limited and if you are interested in attending this highly informative event, please register as soon as possible to assure a seat. The event flyer may be downloaded by clicking onto link below:

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May 17, 2010 - Four Stamford Fire Fighters were recently hired as extras for the film "We Need To Talk About Kevin". The production of the movie is currently underway in Stamford and featured Academy Award Winning Actress Tilda Swinton and Academy Award Nominee Actor John C. Reilly.

Local 786 Members were used as Fire Fighters during a scene in which forcible entry was needed to enter a High School that had been over-taken during a Columbine-like event. Members of the Stamford Police Department and Stamford Emergency Medical Services also were hired as extras and participated in the filming of the same scene.

 Photo Gallery From The Filming

Wednesday, May 12, 2010 - Just days after a fast moving fire swept through a north Stamford mansion, the members of the Stamford Professional Fire Fighters Association are demanding answers into why a volunteer Assistant Fire Chief cancelled desperately needed equipment and personnel prior to the arrival of the Fire Department. The Fire was originally reported as a chimney fire, but once fire personnel actually arrived on scene, they found a large fire involving the attic. The previously cancelled personnel and resources were then re-dispatched and valuable time was lost. The fast moving fire consumed the entire attic space and second floor. The home was left uninhabitable and sustained millions of dollars worth of property loss.

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May 10, 2010 - The Officers and Members of IAFF Local 786 would like to thank all of the area Fire Fighters and Fire Departments, who provided Station coverage for the funeral services of Stamford Fire Fighter Sean Gage. Brother Gage passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2010 and was laid to rest on Monday, May 10, 2010.

The following Departments are to be recognized for their assistance:

• The Belltown Volunteer Fire Department
• The Glenbrook Volunteer Fire Department
• Greenwich Fire Department and IAFF Local 1042
• New Canaan Fire Department and IAFF Local 3224
• Norwalk Fire Department and IAFF Local 830
• Springdale Fire Company
• The Turn of River Volunteer Fire Department

Nearly 200 uniformed Fire Personnel attended the service for Brother Gage, including the on-duty personnel from Group 2.

Thanks to all of those, who assisted and allowed us to honor our Brother.

Sunday, May 1, 2010 -The Officers and Members of IAFF Local 786 regret to announce the passing of active member Sean Gage. Sean passed away suddenly, while at home on May 1, 2010 and was a Firefighter assigned to Engine 2, Group 2. Sean was an 8 year member of the Stamford Fire and Rescue Department. In addition to the his role as a Fire Fighter, Sean was also a talented graphic artist, logo designer, tattoo artist, fire station barber, Local 786 Running Team Member, Local 786 Climb Team Member, and all around great guy and friend.

In 2007, while participating in a marathon in the Town of Ridgefield (CT), Fire Fighter Gage stopped to assist a man, who had gone into cardiac arrest. The man successfully recovered and Fire Fighter Gage was awarded Stamford Fire Fighter of the Year in 2008.

The entire membership of Local 786 grieves with the Gage Family in the sudden loss of our friend and Brother Sean.

A notice of his passing from the Fire Chief's Office and additional information about Fire Fighter Gage is attached below (PDF):

SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS:

WAKE: Sunday, May 9, 2010 from 1400-1800 at Gallagher's Funeral Home, 2900 Summer Street

FUNERAL: Monday, May 10, 2010 at 10:30 at St. Clement of Rome Church, 535 Fairfield Avenue, Stamford

ALL FIRE PERSONNEL ARE REQUESTED TO ATTEND IN CLASS-A DRESS UNIFORM

A reception will follow the funeral mass at the Punus Yacht Club.

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010 -The Members of the Local 786 Climb Team continue to reach new heights and goals due to their efforts. The Team most recently competed in a stair climb event in Hartford, CT and dominated the event. Money raised during this stair climb event benefits the American Lung Association for lung disease research and awareness.

The members of the Stamford Team have also recently made their mark by competing and taking top honors at similar events across New England in Boston, Providence, Portland, and Stamford.

Congratulations to the dedicated members of the Local 786 Climb Team!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - The Allyson Rioux Memorial Foundation will be hosting their annual Golf Tournament and Dinner on Thursday, May 13, 2010. Proceeds from this year's event will go to assist Lisa Smith, wife of Brother Greg Smith. Lisa was recently diagnosed with cancer. For more information on how to help or register for the event, please click on the link below:

http://riouxmemorialfoundation.blogspot.com/

The written exam for Firefighter which was scheduled for April 10th has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 5th. Further information, including the Study Guide, will be sent to all applicants by early May. Human Resources apologizes for any inconvenience.

Monday, December 7, 2009 - The City of Stamford has taken delivery of a new 2009 Sutphen Tower Ladder for Truck 1. The new truck replaces a 14 year old Sutphen Tower Ladder that had been serving at Truck 2 and Truck 1. Additional pictures to follow.