Worcester Fire Fighters Local 1009

06/18/2026

We wanted to take this time and congratulate L1009 member, District Chief Charlie Rogacz on his final day before retirement! Thank you for your 32 years of service to the City of Worcester!

06/12/2026

Great event, by a great organization, for a great cause!

06/04/2026

05/28/2026

To our members and retirees, here is the information for the service details for LODD- Boston L718 FF Robert T. Kilduff, Jr.:

Wake:

Sunday, May 31st
1500 to 1900 hours
Saint Theresa of Avila Church
2078 Centre St
West Roxbury, MA

Members are to stage at 1415 hours in the parking lot of the church for a uniformed member walk through.

Funeral:

Monday, June 1st
1000 hours
The Cathedral of the Holy Cross
1400 Washington St
Boston, MA

Members are to report to the Deputy in charge at 0845 hours in front of the church.

Uniform is Class A, black tie, and white gloves.

Train from Union station departing times:
06:30am
07:07am
07:35am

Parking at the garage at Union station is recommended with the current construction at Franklin St.

The train will stop at the Back Bay station with an approximate 10 min. walk to The Cathedral of the Holy Cross.

05/24/2026

The members of Local 1009 extend our deepest condolences to the family & friends of Robert "BK" Kilduff Jr., a proud Boston Firefighter and dedicated member of Local 718 & Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts.

BK's service, commitment, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. His impact on the fire service and his dedication to core union principles, made us all stronger. The lives he touched throughout his career will continue to be remembered by all who had the honor of knowing him.

Please keep the Kilduff Jr. family and the members of Local 718 & PFFM in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

05/08/2026

It always comes down to safety for residents and personnel! We stand in solidarity with our Brother & Sister members of Local 4557 out of Holden.

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05/08/2026

Local 1009, active & retired members had the pleasure of celebrating F. F. Thomas Valentine's retirement after 32 incredible years on the Worcester Fire Department last night. Tom, was an incredible leader with also 20+yrs on our executive board. His dedication and drive, paved the way for many of our members today. He will be deeply missed, here's to an even better retirement!!! Congratulations Tom!!!!