Syracuse Fire Fighters Local 280 Good & Welfare

10/03/2026

Online ordering for RFD Bills Mafia Pre-Sale 2026 ends on Thu, Oct 8, 2026 (11:59 PM CDT)

08/04/2026

This afternoon, a member of our local/department, was involved in a critical incident during the course of his duties, causing serious injuries and was subsequently airlifted to a hospital out of the area, following treatment on scene by Albany Fire Department personnel.

While this incident continues to unfold, we ask the Albany community, brother and sister firefighters, and the public in general to keep our member and his family in your thoughts.

For further media inquiries, please contact the Office of the Fire Chief at 518-447-7879

07/29/2026

Make sure to get your raffle tickets for our friends at the Firefighter Cancer Foundation of New York to help the cause! Our members may even purchase tickets on our website! https://www.syrfirecu.com/utv/

07/14/2026

07/08/2026

Our thoughts are with Rochester Fire Fighters Local 1071 after the loss of Secretary Lt. John Joseph due to cancer. Please keep JJ’s family and friends in your thoughts during this difficult time.

06/09/2026

Please consider donating to support Caleb, son of FF Jennings on Ladder 1. 🙏

Caleb, my grandson, was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma this past week.… Jennifer Hull needs your support for Support Caleb’s Fight Against Hodgkins Lymphoma

05/07/2026

Congratulations to Lieutenant Tom Reidy on being named the recipient of the 2025 James H. McGroarty Fire Investigator of the Year Award by the International Association of Arson Investigators New York State Chapter.

Lt. Reidy has proudly served the Syracuse Fire Department for 19 years. This recognition reflects the hard work and expertise he brings to the department and the community every day.

04/15/2026

The ultimate community showdown is back!

Get ready to see our Syracuse Police Officers take on Syracuse Firefighters in the annual Bravest vs. Finest Basketball Game this Friday, April 17th, at Henninger High School.

This isn't just about bragging rights -- it’s about coming together to support United Way of Central New York. Every ticket sold helps us tackle the toughest challenges in our community, from housing stability to childhood literacy.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Tip off is at 6:30 p.m..

You can buy tickets here: https://www.epledge.unitedway-cny.org/epledge/comm/SinglePageRegEvent.jsp?EventKeyHex=34313031

Visit unitedway-cny.org to learn more!

04/09/2026