New Rochelle Firefighters

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/24/2026

Our sincerest condolences for the loss of Firefighter Robert Kilduff, Jr. to his family, friends, and the entire Boston Fire Department during this incredibly difficult time. We honor his dedication, courage, and service to his community. May his sacrifice and memory never be forgotten.
Rest in peace.

04/20/2026

Thank you News 12 Westchester for covering our 2026 Captain Andy DiMaggio Charity Hockey Game vs Yonkers Firefighters Local 628.

We are proud of the event this has turned into.

More pictures of the event to follow.

The game honored the life of New Rochelle Fire Captain Andy DiMaggio, who died from COVID-19.

04/15/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE: BE PREPARED 🚨

On Thursday, May 7th, the City of New Rochelle is hosting a FREE Emergency Preparedness Training in partnership with the New York National Guard and the New Rochelle Fire Department.

Being prepared is one of the best ways to keep your family safe during an emergency. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn essential safety skills—and take home a free preparedness kit for your household!

Location: New Rochelle City Hall, Council Chambers
Date: May 7th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM

Stay informed. Stay ready. Stay safe

Registration Link:

https://pspapps.dhses.ny.gov/CitizenPreparednessCorps/views/registrant/add.xhtml?lang=en&eventId=612

04/11/2026

2 DAY FLASH PRE-SALE

Order your 2026 Captain Andy DiMaggio Charity Hockey Game shirts now. Long sleeves are available exclusively through the website. The store closes on 4/13.

The game is almost here:
April 18 at 4:00 PM
Hommocks Ice Rink

New Rochelle Firefighters vs. Yonkers Firefighters

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03/09/2026

Today, many of our members traveled to Albany to stand alongside thousands of union members from across New York State at the Tier 6 rally. The event brought together public employees, labor leaders, and supporters to highlight the importance of strengthening and improving the Tier 6 retirement system for the long-term stability of the public workforce.

We’re proud of our members who took the time to represent our department and our union. Showing up and standing together is how we make sure the voices of firefighters and public servants continue to be heard.

02/18/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Firefighter Kevin McDermott answered a call that didn’t come over the radio.

Recently, Kevin stepped up to donate bone marrow, not for recognition and not for attention but because someone out there needed a second chance. That decision gave a family more time together, more birthdays, more memories. That’s what this job is really about.

As a proud member of Local 273, Firefighter McDermott represents the kind of commitment firefighters carry with them 24/7. We train to run into burning buildings, perform complex rescues and provide medical aid but service doesn’t stop when the shift ends.

This life-saving match was coordinated through the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), whose team handled every step of the process and made it possible for Kevin to help someone he may never even meet.

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a donor, take the step. You could be someone’s match. You could be someone’s miracle.

IAFF Local 273 is proud to have you as a member, Kevin.

That’s the brotherhood. That’s the job. That’s who we are.

01/29/2026

Firefighter Career Pathway Program

In collaboration with the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle, the Mariano Rivera Foundation, and the New Rochelle Fire Department, the Firefighter Career Pathway Program provides foundational exposure to the fire service profession.

The program emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and career readiness, offering participants an opportunity to gain insight into a career in the fire service.

For additional information and application details, please refer to the attached flyer.

01/04/2026

Curtis L. Taylor Jr., born in Martinsville, VA in 1956, dedicated his life to service and leadership. A graduate of New Rochelle High School and Blackburn University, he served 25 years with the New Rochelle Fire Department, rising to Fire Captain in 2000. In 2008, he became Fire Chief of the Village of Pelham, NY. Curtis proudly made history as the first Black Fire Captain in New Rochelle and the first Black Fire Chief in Pelham. A devoted husband, father of two, educator, and entrepreneur, his legacy will continue to inspire. 🔥🚒

12/30/2025

NRFD RETIREMENT: New Rochelle Firefighters Local 273 would like to congratulate Firefighter Michael Yannuzzi on his well-earned retirement after 35 years of Fire Service.

Over the course of his career, FF Yannuzzi earned three Letters of Commendation, six Unit Citations, and a Life Saving Award. In the firehouse, he led by example and was always willing to share his experience and knowledge with the younger guys coming up. If you asked a question, he made sure you walked away better prepared.

On the fireground, Mike had great instincts and a calm, steady presence you could count on. Spending his entire career at “The Big House,” there isn’t much this city could throw at him that he hadn’t already seen. He gave everything he had to this job and was a true asset to the department.

Thank you, FF Yannuzzi, for the years of dedication, the lessons passed down, and the commitment you showed every tour.

Enjoy a long, healthy, and well-deserved retirement, Firefighter Yannuzzi