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Please reply directly to Chief parson’s at Rparsons@rparsonsspencerma-gov Chief Parson’s is seeking information from departments that have EMS only career personnel, and what retirement group they are in.

The Wake for Firefighter Kilduff will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Saint Theresa of Avila Church, 2078 Centre St. West Roxbury, Massachusetts from 1:00 to 19:00 hours. Members are to stage at 1415 hours in the parking lot of the Church for…

FCAM Officers extend sympathies to Chief Ronayne’s family and the the Canton Fire Department. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. The Canton Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of retired Chief Thomas “Tim” Ronayne.  Chief Ronayne started his tenure with the Canton…

The Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts shares the following arrangements for the services honoring Braintree Fire Lt. Paul J. Smyth, who died in the line of duty on May 21, 2026, due to occupational cancer. Lt. Smyth was a dedicated member of the Braintree Fire…

High School Fire Cadets — Your Future Starts HereThe National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the High School Cadet Scholarship Program, investing in the next generation of fire service leaders. If you are a junior or senior participating in…

The members of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are heartbroken by the loss of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr., who died in the line of duty last night while serving the people of Boston. Today, we mourn alongside the members of the Boston Fire…

Fire Chief – Town of Provincetown, Massachusetts www.Provincetown-ma.gov.  Provincetown is seeking a community-oriented, experienced professional to serve as its new Fire Chief. 2026 Provincetown Fire Chief AnnouncementDownload COMMUNITYThe Town of Provincetown, Massachusetts, is seeking an experienced and community-focused leader toserve as its next Fire Chief.…

(Client Advisory) New Conflict of Interest Law Exposure for Fire Chief Payroll and Budget SignoffsDownload

LAST ALARM Firefighter/Paramedic James D. EmertonJune 17, 1961 – May 16, 2026 The Chief of the Sterling Fire Department regrets to announce the line of duty death ofFirefighter Paramedic Jim Emerton. Jim passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, after a longand courageous battle with…

FCAM Officer and members extend sympathies to Chief Marino and his family, please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. https://www.chapmanfuneral.com/obituaries/Joseph-R-Marino?obId=48423967 Joseph R. Marino Obituary Share On May 14, 2026, Mr. Joseph Robert “Joe” Marino of Mashpee (formerly of Wrentham) passed away peacefully at home,…

Please keep the members of the Morrill Fire Department and fire departments across Maine in your thoughts and prayers. They are mourning a devastating loss following the death of FF Cross, while several others remain in critical condition. The FCAM executive board extends its condolences…

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https://meet.google.com/qdi-jgpk-tje?authuser=0&hs=122 FCAM PSOB WebinarWednesday, May 13 · 2:00 – 3:00pmTime zone: America/New_YorkGoogle Meet joining infoVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/qdi-jgpk-tje Or dial: ‪(US) +1 657-246-2240‬ PIN: ‪531 281 918‬#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/qdi-jgpk-tje?pin=6083224244783 This program informs Chief Officers about the line-of-duty death benefits available through the Federal Government…

President Patrick Purcell and the Executive Board thank Chief (Ret.) Thomas E. Garrity, Devens Fire Department, for 26 years of service on the Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial. Chief Garrity was an original Board member representing FCAM and served as Treasurer. He has now resigned from…

Monday, May 10, 2026 Information for Firefighters and the Public: Mass State Trooper Kevin Trainor’s Walk Through and Funeral The firefighters’ uniform for both events will be full Class A with cloves Salem Firefighter Matt Trainer is the brother of Trooper Trainer. Salem Fire will…