LEXIPOL: Two Tracks. One Event. Mission Ready. Virtual Conference
This year’s Lexipol Connect 2025 virtual conference is designed to help every agency, every responder, build a stronger foundation to be Mission Ready. Choose the track that fits your focus, Mission: People or Mission: Operations – plus we will also have two inspiring keynote sessions: Opening Keynote: Chief (Ret.) Kristen…
36th annual Firefighter of the Year Awards
Please join us for the 36th annual Firefighter of the Year Awards on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:00 at Mechanics Hall in Worcester. Please see the attached invitation for more information and the link to RSVP. 2025 FFOY Invite evite Thank you, Jon M. DavineState Fire MarshalDepartment of Fire Services1 State Rd., Stow, MA 01775Office: 978-567-3111Mobile: 781-400-9074
Wellness Survey-FCAM and On-Site Academy aim to create a program specifically for Chief Officers. This survey seeks your input on interest and relevant program features.
Mental health for firefighters has long been recognized and highlighted; however, the position of Fire Chief is unique in the fire service and traditional peer support programs don’t necessarily meet their needs. Interacting with line firefighters in these sessions may be uncomfortable for the executive…
MMA’s New Report – A Perfect Storm: Cities and Towns Face Historic Fiscal Pressures
Colleagues – This morning, the Massachusetts Municipal Association released a new report we believe is critical to understanding the severe financial challenges facing local cities and towns. A Perfect Storm: Cities and Towns Face Historic Fiscal Pressures, developed in collaboration with the Center for State…
Death of Mr. Richard Bangs, FCAM Member, and former member and Chair of the Fire Training Council
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard “Dick” N. Bangs announces his passing at the age of 94, on October 2, 2025, just shy of his 95th birthday. Surrounded by family, Richard peacefully left this world, leaving behind a legacy of dedication,…
Framingham Fire Department mourns the active-duty death of Firefighter Keith Cashman
FCAM Officers and members extend sympathies to Firefighter Cashman’s family and the Framingham Fire Department. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. The Framingham Fire Department is deeply saddened to announce the passing of active-duty Firefighter Keith Cashman. Firefighter Cashman faithfully served the citizens…
Hundred Club Brewery Tour – Greater Good Imperial Brewing 10/16
Dear Chief Dyer and Chief Partridge, I’m excited to personally invite you to the first stop of the 100 Club Brewery Tour! This new event series is all about bringing together our families, first responders, and friends to relax, connect, and celebrate the community that makes…
Notification of Membership in accordance with Constitution and By-Laws of intention of members to run for office.
In accordance with Section 10 of the By-Laws noted below any member in good standing wishing to seek office shall make their intentions know that they are a candidate for office by the December General Membership Meeting. Please submit your intention to the Secretary at…
Reminder of upcoming joint press conferences by FCAM and DFS
FCAM ALERT Calling all Chiefs: Join FCAM Leadership and Fire Marshal Davine at one of three press conferences for smoke detectors and lithium-ion batteries. Chiefs from each area are asked to support the press conferences in Class A, with covers. October 7 @ 10AMWestboro FDWestborough Fire42…
NFSA presents MEGA-WAREHOUSE SEMINAR- FREE CLASS
Frontline Leadership Lessons Learned from a Mega-Warehouse Fire in Indiana Thursday, Nov. 20, 20258:00 am–3:00 pm (EST)Devens Common Center31 Andrews Pkwy., Devens, MA 01434 A major fire occurred in a 1.2 million square foot Walmart Distribution Center on March 15,2022, in Indiana. This seminar will…
SAVVIK Buying Group now list the ZOLL Zenix on its contract
Zenix is the newest monitor/defibrillator from ZOLL. Designed for simplicity You asked for greater clarity and ease of use, so we engineered it. You wanted a dial — Zenix has one. You didn’t want the printer to print into the bag — Zenix doesn’t. And virtually all…
US Government Shutdown – IAFC and Members Impact
President Wolford and Members of the Board, As the situation regarding the US government shutdown has evolved today, IAFC staff has been extremely busy evaluating the impacts. Please see the attached memo, which is also reproduced below: BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT (BLUF): Today (01 OCT…
Updated with Arrangements: Dennis Firefighters Announce Line Of Duty Death
Update: *Arrangements*Honoring Captain Wayne Conlon The Conlon family and the Dennis Fire Department invite the community to join us in remembering and celebrating the life and legacy of Captain Wayne Conlon. Sunday, October 5, 2025 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Visiting Hours at Hallett…
Line of Duty Death – Captain Wayne Conlon, Dennis Fire Department
It is with profound sadness and deepest respect that we announce the Line of Duty Death of Captain Wayne Conlon of the Dennis Fire Department, who passed following a courageous battle with occupational cancer. Captain Conlon faithfully served the Dennis Fire Department from May 21,…