Brooklyn, NY – An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested Wednesday morning in Greenpoint after allegedly engaging in lewd behavior and driving while intoxicated, … Read more
Annapolis, MD – It took the deaths of two firefighters in separate house fires to spark sweeping action — and now, as of June 1, … Read more
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A Greenburgh firefighter was convicted Wednesday on two counts of third-degree assault for attacking his then-girlfriend during a domestic dispute inside … Read more
QUEENS, N.Y. — An off-duty FDNY firefighter was arrested Friday afternoon in Queens on assault and child endangerment charges, the NYPD confirmed. Francisco Taveras, 43, … Read more
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — The Lakewood Board of Fire Commissioners, alongside Fire Chief Jonathan Yahr and Fire District Administrator Yehuda Beer, announced the promotion of Career … Read more
Leipsic, DE — A Dover man has been charged after allegedly using a volunteer fire company’s credit card to rack up more than $3,600 in … Read more
CAMDEN, N.J. — A Department of Veterans Affairs firefighter admitted in federal court to defrauding the government of nearly half a million dollars in workers’ … Read more
QUEENS, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested Thursday in Queens on multiple charges, including assault and criminal obstruction of breathing, police … Read more
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. — A Prince Frederick man who films emergency responses for social media content was arrested Friday after investigators determined he intentionally set … Read more
QUEENS, N.Y. — An off-duty FDNY firefighter was arrested early Wednesday morning and charged in connection with a fatal crash, police said. Michael Pena, 28, … Read more
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested early Sunday morning in Manhattan, authorities said. William Nolan, 27, a probationary firefighter with … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with driving while intoxicated, police said. Jonathan Muniz, 30, … Read more
NEW YORK — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested Thursday evening in the Bronx on a criminal obstruction of breathing charge, police said. … Read more
NEW YORK — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested early Saturday morning in Midtown and charged with multiple trespassing offenses, police said. Lexiano … Read more
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — An off-duty firefighter with the New York City Fire Department was arrested Monday night in Brooklyn on an assault charge, police said. … Read more
BLACKWOOD, N.J. — A woman and her two dogs were rescued Saturday afternoon after becoming trapped in the partially frozen Timber Creek at Timber Creek … Read more
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude for its inclusion in an annual holiday cookie drive honoring the memory of Mark Matesic, … Read more
Cherry Hill Fire Department Announces 2025 Firefighter Hiring
**Cherry Hill, NJ** – The Cherry Hill Fire Department (CHFD) has announced the opening of its 2025 hiring process for Firefighter/EMT positions. This opportunity is scheduled from January 2 to February 14.
Andrew Bittner, a Washington Township native, began as a part-time EMT at the department. He transitioned to a full-time role in the CHFD EMS division. In 2023, he was hired as a Cherry Hill firefighter, and he currently serves on Squrt 1341.
Prospective applicants do not require previous experience. The necessary firefighting training will be provided by the CHFD. Though a New Jersey state EMT certification is not needed at hiring, it must be obtained before or within one year of employment.
Interested individuals can find more information and registration instructions at https://chnj.gov/1375/2025-Full-Time-FirefighterEMT-Hiring-Pro.
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A house fire on Sunday afternoon in the Blackwood section of Gloucester Township displaced a resident and sent one firefighter to … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested early Sunday morning and charged with multiple offenses, according to police. Ezequil Hernandez, 33, … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested early Sunday morning and charged with multiple offenses, according to police. Ezequil Hernandez, 33, … Read more
BUTLER, PA – The assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a July 2024 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, shocked the nation. Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old volunteer … Read more
NEW YORK — An off-duty FDNY firefighter was arrested Thursday evening in the Bronx, the NYPD said. Peter Clough, 34, was taken into custody at … Read more
AVENEL, NJ – If you’re driving through Avenel, New Jersey, you might just slam on the brakes and say, “What on Earth is THAT?” That’s … Read more
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Maryland State Police are investigating a suspected DUI crash that injured a firefighter early Friday morning on the Inner Loop of … Read more
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — An off-duty New York City firefighter was arrested Thursday night in Brooklyn on multiple weapons charges, according to authorities. The arrest occurred … Read more
STAMFORD, Conn. — The Stamford Fire Department has announced the passing of retired Fire Chief Anthony J. Milone, who died at the age of 86, … Read more
GEORGETOWN, DE—The Delaware State Police are currently investigating the death of Thomas Berry III, a 23-year-old volunteer firefighter and Sussex County Emergency Medical Services employee, … Read more
ST. LOUIS, MO — A Missouri firefighter could be sentenced to up to five years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the … Read more
SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY – Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney has announced the indictment of Maria Guallpa-Bonilla, 36, of Bellport, for her alleged involvement … Read more
Middletown Flags Lowered to Honor Fallen Fire Chief Corey Comperatore Middletown, NJ – Middletown Mayor Tony Perry has ordered flags across the township to be … Read more
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL – Linda Peterson, the self-described owner of Luna Sheen Yoga in Port Charlotte, is involved in an internet firestorm over comments she … Read more
Richmond, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that flags will be flown at half-staff in memory of Corey Comperatore. Comperatore tragically lost his life … Read more
Freehold, NJ – A firefighter from West Long Branch has been charged with multiple criminal offenses related to the falsification and destruction of official records, … Read more
NEW YORK, NY—An off-duty firefighter was arrested on Saturday, June 22, at around 8:30 PM within the 62nd Precinct, facing charges related to theft. Christian … Read more
HILLSBORO, MD – On the evening of Tuesday, a fire broke out at a residence located at 21914 Main Street in Hillsboro, Caroline County. The … Read more
NORTHAMPTON, MA — Nicholas Tillman, a 39-year-old former firefighter from Westfield, has been sentenced to eight months in prison after admitting to placing hidden cameras … Read more
Hope, NJ -Members of Troop “B” Hope Station recently responded to a medical assist at Clover Subacute & Rehab Center in Knowlton Twp., Warren County. … Read more
Newark, NJ – One firefighter was injured and nearly 40 individuals were displaced in Newark following a three-alarm blaze on Monday. The incident occurred at … Read more
A blaze engulfed a cabin along the Susquehanna River in Harford County, leading to one firefighter sustaining injuries while battling the flames. The Darlington Volunteer … Read more
Fort Washington, MD – A former firefighter from Fort Washington found a silver lining to his flooded basement ordeal by winning $31,454 on a Racetrax … Read more
Brick Township, NJ – A house fire in Brick Township called firefighters to action just after 11:45 PM, with initial reports indicating flames emanating from … Read more
NEW YORK, NY – An off-duty firefighter from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) was arrested early on Thursday, February 8, 2024, facing charges … Read more
Perth Amboy, NJ – The Perth Amboy Fire Department proudly announced the appointment of 13 recruit firefighters this week, a significant addition aimed at strengthening … Read more
Midtown, NY – An off-duty firefighter was taken into custody early Saturday morning following an incident in the Midtown North Precinct. Authorities reported the arrest … Read more
North Plainfield, NJ – The North Plainfield community is in mourning following the tragic loss of Firefighter Marques Hudson. The Plainfield Fire Department announced that … Read more
Carroll County, MD – A volunteer firefighter from Carroll County has been apprehended on charges related to multiple fires in the Eldersburg and Liberty Reservoir … Read more
CHICAGO, IL – A four-year member of the Chicago Fire Department, Omotayo Kassim, 34, has been suspended following his involvement in a road rage incident … Read more
NEW YORK, NY — On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at around 3:16 a.m., an off-duty employee of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) was … Read more
BROOKLYN, NY – Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced today that an East Flatbush man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for setting … Read more