Death of Ponny Wood, wife of Chief Don Wood retired, Reading Fire Department
Ponny Wood, of Reading, MA, loving wife, mother, and nana passed away on March 20, 2025 at the age of 78 surrounded by her devoted family. Ponny was born September 25,1946 to the late Raymond and Christine Zwicker. Ponny was a graduate of Reading Memorial…
100 Club Chairman, Joe Abely addresses FCAM members at March meeting
Members who attended the March meeting heard Joe Abely speak about the 100 Club of MA, and the work they do in supporting families of firefighters in Massachusetts that were killed in the line of duty, they compassionately care for their surviving families for the…
General Membership Meeting April 9, 2025, RSVP is requested if you are attending
The April member meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 9th starting at 10:00 am. The meeting will be held at Firefly’s BBQ in Marlboro, Massachusetts: 350 E. Main St., Marlboro, Massachusetts RSVP Here PLEASE NOTE THIS IS THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH.
Death of Chief Charles J. Sheridan, retired Melrose
FCAM extends its sympathies to chief Shreidan’s family and friends, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Charles J. Sheridan Obituary Charles J. “Charlie” Sheridan, of Melrose, Former Melrose Fire Chief, passed away on March 15, 2025, at 84 years of age. Visiting hours…
Death of Diane A. Freedman mother of Chief John Freedman retired Medford Fire Department
FCAM extends its deepest sympathies to Chief Freedman and his family, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Visiting Hours Monday March 17, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Nichols Funeral Home 187 Middlesex Ave (RT 62) Wilmington, MA Funeral Mass Tuesday March 18,…
Notification regarding Tobey Hospital CMED activation
Chief’s, the Tobey Hospital CMED project is set to go live tomorrow 3/12/2025 at 0800 hrs. Plymouth County CMED will now control ambulance traffic to Tobey Hospital. Previously ambulances transporting to Tobey Hospital contacted Barnstable CMED and the departments were billed for this service. Effective…
How Full is Your Bucket? mental & career survival for public safety professionals
Hosted by: The New England Association of Fire Chiefs Division of the IAFC Date: March 18, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Florian Hall55 Hallet St, Boston, MA 02122 Open to: Police, Fire, and EMS PersonnelAdmission: $10 (includes lunch catered by Fasano’s Catering) Invest in your department’s future by…
First Responder Health & Wellness Symposium: Advancing Safety and Wellness in Emergency Services (copy) (copy)
Join us for an impactful symposium bringing together experts and leaders in first responder health, wellness, and safety. This essential gathering will provide valuable insights and strategies for protecting our most valuable resource – our personnel. Hosted by: The New England Association of Fire Chiefs…
Last Call Foundation Lecture Series: Firefighter Mental Health
Last Call Foundation Lecture Series: Firefighter Mental Health For more information and to sign up: https://umassmed.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_50WLvzuw1BgrxK6Friday, March 14, 2025, 3–5 p.m.UMass Chan Medical SchoolAlbert Sherman Center Auditorium55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA AMA, Nursing, and OEMS Credit Provided Learn how the stressors of firefighting contribute…
Death of Joseph F. Murphy, father of Chief Stephen A. Murphy of Hingham Fire Department
FCAM Officers and members extend sympathies to Chief Murphy and his family during this difficult time, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Obituary for Joseph F. Murphy Joseph F. Murphy, age 83, a lifelong resident of Milton, passed away surrounded by his loving…
First Responder Health & Wellness Symposium: Advancing Safety and Wellness in Emergency Services (copy)
Join us for an impactful symposium bringing together experts and leaders in first responder health, wellness, and safety. This essential gathering will provide valuable insights and strategies for protecting our most valuable resource – our personnel. Hosted by: The New England Association of Fire Chiefs…
FCAM accepting letters of interest for seats on the BFPR for a Chief from a community with a population of over 25-50,000 and over 50,000 population
Please submit a letter of interest and a resume to fcamsec@comcast.net attention to Chief Patrick Purcell, 1st Vice President FCAM. Please submit them by March 19, 2025. Board of Fire Prevention Regulations (BFPR) The BFPR promulgates the State Fire and Electrical Codes. The Board of…
Civil Service looking for one additional Chief to serve on Fire Chief content review
Good morning Chiefs, Thank you for everyone who has continued to send us their availability! The meetings for Fire Chief content review are coming up in one week, and we still need at least one more Chief to join the meeting on Thursday March 6th.…
L W Bills Company offering free Signal Communications Radio Box Informational Classes
The L.W. Bills Company will be holding (2) one-day Signal Communications Radio Box Informational Classes. There will also be a hands-on portion of the program in the afternoon.Classes will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025, and Thursday, April 17, 2025.•Classes will start at 8:00 a.m.…