NYC Council considers banning ‘cancer-causing’ firefighting gear used by FDNY
New York City Firefighters May Get Safer Gear New York City’s firefighters could soon be spared from using equipment that contains harmful chemicals linked to cancer, thanks to a new proposal being discussed by the City Council. This week, Assembly Minority Leader Joao Arriola (R-Queens) introduced four bills. These would require the FDNY to phase […]
Hundreds gather in Queens to mourn fallen FDNY hero Patrick Brady at his funeral
Funeral for Fallen FDNY Firefighter Patrick Brady Patrick Brady, a dedicated FDNY firefighter, was honored as a hero during his funeral on Saturday. The service, held in Queens, drew family, friends, and thousands of fellow firefighters who gathered to mourn the loss of their comrade. Brady, 42, had served the FDNY for 11 years and […]
Heartfelt tribute to fallen FDNY hero Patrick Brady as hundreds gather for wake
Firefighters Mourn Heroic Colleague in Brooklyn During a wake in Brooklyn on Friday, hundreds of firefighters gathered to honor Patrick Brady, a dedicated hero who had recently passed away. His wife, overwhelmed by grief, fondly referred to him as her “rock” while delivering a poignant eulogy as they paid their respects at his casket. Brady, […]
Patrick Brady’s April Fool’s prank offers a playful look at the FDNY hero.
A Reflection on a Tragic Loss In a bittersweet tale, fallen New York City firefighter Patrick Brady and his partner, Carla Jankei, hosted what guests thought was a fun-filled 40th birthday celebration on April Fool’s Day 2023. It turned out to be more than that; the couple unexpectedly tied the knot during the event. As […]
Wife and FDNY siblings of deceased firefighter Patrick Brady cry as bunting is displayed at the fire station
FDNY Honors Fallen Firefighter Patrick Brady On Sunday, emotions ran high as the grieving widow and two courageous brothers of firefighter Patrick Brady attended a poignant flag-throwing ceremony held by the department to honor the fallen hero. Brady, 42, tragically suffered a fatal cardiac arrest while responding to a blaze on the roof of a […]
Jewish FDNY fire commissioner resigns the day after the election of anti-Israel Zohran Mamdani as NYC mayor.
New York City’s Jewish Fire Commissioner, Robert Tucker, submitted his resignation on Wednesday, following the election of anti-Israel mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani, as reported by the Post. Tucker, who is a Jewish philanthropist and businessman, plans to leave his position after more than a year in office on December 19. Sources close to him indicated he […]
Former FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh seeking deputy mayor position, sources say
Former FDNY Chief Laura Kavanaugh Seeks Deputy Mayor Role Laura Kavanaugh, the former Director of the FDNY, is reportedly advocating for Zoran Mamdani as New York City’s next deputy security mayor, should a socialist candidate win the mayoral election, as sources have indicated. Once the city’s first female fire chief, Kavanaugh resigned in July 2024 […]
Long Island mother and FDNY widow aims to support families dealing with grief
She’s turning sorrow into action. A widow from Long Island City has channeled her grief into a meaningful cause by founding a new organization aimed at assisting families of first responders and military personnel who have lost loved ones. Christine Floyd started the Resilient Hope Foundation after enduring the loss of her husband, Derek, a […]
FDNY heroes don superhero outfits for ill and grieving children throughout NYC: ‘Witnessing the children’s joy’
Cloaked Crusaders with a Purpose A unique team of beloved movie characters has a heartfelt mission. The FDNY’s Humble Heroes is celebrating a decade of bringing superhero costumes to children in New York City who really need them. Off-duty firefighters from NYC, police officers, and teachers have been touring various hospitals, schools, and grief camps. […]
FDNY chief Michele Maglione steps down after controversy over ‘racist’ cotton-ball game at New York City school
A senior official from FDNY has resigned amid backlash after leading a questionable game involving predominantly Black students at a Brooklyn high school called the “Cotton Ball Relay Race.” Critics have labeled it as racist. Michele Maglione, who served as the assistant committee member in charge of youth workforce development, saw her 20-year career tarnished […]