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Congratulations and tip of the cap to FF Michael Richardson (L120) who was awarded the 2013 Columbia Society Medal for a dramatic rescue on the floor above a heavy store fire adjacent to E283. FF Richardson is the 33rd member in Ladder Company 120's proud history to be recognized on Medal Day. Special thanks to FF Jimmy Bulloch E231 and the staff at The Mason Jar for the wonderful hospitality. Super Job Mike, we are very proud of you!

Sunday, June 2, 2013   Congratulations and tip of the cap go out to a few Watkins Street alumni who were recently promoted:

Mike Callan - Battalion Chief

Rob Forde - Battalion Chief

John Speck - Captain

Well done guys! 

Watkins Street would like to welcome our new Proby, FF Chris Geraghty who was recently assigned to E231. FF Geraghty finished Proby School as Class Valedictorian earning him the right to request his assignment and have the opportunity to learn under the tutelage of the legendary and beloved Captain Bobby Higgins. FF Geraghty is the second E231 member to be named Valedictorian with the most recent being FF Sal Scafuri. Welcome aboard Chris!

"The Tradition Continues...

 Congratulations to Flora and Greg Frusci (E231) on the birth of their 1st son Gregory Salvatore Frusci! 

 We regret to inform you of the passing of Retired Lt Jack Duggan (who had a sterling 32 year FDNY career) and was a FF in L120 during the War Years before becoming a Lt in Rescue 4. Lt Duggan was a legendary member of Watkins St and a well respected man who was known for his appreciation and thru-the lock application of forcible entry. With pride, we once again salute one of the giants of the FDNY. 


Lt Jack Duggan:
 
1962 - Appointed to L120
1971 - Transfer to R-3
1977 - Promoted to Lt
1977 - Assigned Lt L136
1986 - Transferred as Lt to R-4
1993 - Retired
 

Meritorious Acts:
1968 - Class 3
1969 - Class "A"
1970 - Class 3
1970 - Class "B"
1969 - Fireman of the Month
1970 - Fireman of the Month
 
Funeral Arrangements:
Wake: 2-4pm / 7-9pm
Sunday, May 5 @ Higgins Funeral Home
321 South Main St
New City, NY
 
Funeral Mass:
Monday, May 6
St Augustine Church
140 Maple Ave
New City NY 10956
 
Please keep the Duggan family in your thoughts and prayers

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Watkins Street sends a special tip of the cap to the Lt. Thomas F. Healy Foundation upon a historic achievement having recently gone over the $50,000 mark in grants issued to FF and their families who battle cancer since its inception in 2004. The Foundation was formed in honor of the late great Lt Thomas F Healy (L120) who was known as "The Quiet Man" who courageously battled cancer as he willingly accepted the fact. His legacy continues to empower all who work at Watkins Street.

The Tradition Continues...

A great time was had by all at the Annual Watkins St Company Dance. Kudos to our event organizers FF John Ostraticky (L120), FF Andy Eckstein (L120), FF Billy McLaughlin (E231), and FF Brian Cross (L120) for planning a memorable evening for all. Captain Bobby Higgins (E231) and Captain John Calamari (L120) toasted "and of course roasted" our honored guests which included:

Chief Ed Ferrier (Bn44) - promotion to Deputy Chief

Lieutenant Jeff Meister - promotion to Captain

FF Eric Schmanski (E231) - promotion to Lieutenant

FF Tom Healy (E231) - promotion to Lieutenant

FF Ryan Frontera (L120) - promotion to Lieutenant

FF Scott Schaffer (L120) - Retirement

The biggest ovation of the night was reserved for a man near and dear to all our hearts (FF Brian Bollinger L120) who was recently deployed overseas as a member of the United States Special Forces protecting our globe. FF Bollinger follows a long line of Watkins Street Firefighters and Officers over the past Century who have served and protected the values for we have grown accustomed. Neither he nor his commrades just cause will ever be forgotten - but will always be heralded within the 4 walls of Watkins Street. Godspeed Brian!

We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Lt Robert Busch. Robert was a FF at Watkins Street from 1969-1973 which were among the busiest years in the history of the FDNY. The current members of Watkins Street (as well as the entire FDNY) hold his generation in the absolute highest regard. Lt Busch will be sorely missed - but always remembered at Watkins Street. Funeral Arrangements: One night Memorial Visitation: Tuesday April 16th (7pm-9pm) Jacobson Funeral Home - 1380 New York Ave, Huntington Station LI (631-423-2185) Funeral Mass: Wednesday April 17th (9:30am) St Elizabeth of Hungary 175 Wolf Hill Road, Melville NY (631-271-4455) Please keep the Busch Family in your prayers

2013 TUTTLEMUNDO/ DOLNEY SCHOLARSHIP (Download Application) The Tuttlemundo/ Dolney Scholarship Fund will award two $500 academic scholarships towards the college tuition of qualified dependent children. To be eligible for consideration a child must be: 1. A dependent of a current or former member of the 15th Div., AND 2. Currently attending a college that imposes a charge for tuition, OR 3. Entering a college in September that imposes a charge for tuition. Each dependent child must submit a separate application. The winners will be published on a future Department Order. Applications must be received by Monday June 1, 2013. Applications can be obtained from the FDNY Intranet or from the internet at www.watkinsst.com. Please send applications to FF Sal Scafuri through the bag at Engine 231 Bn-44 or mail directly to 107 Watkins Street Brooklyn, NY 11212 attention Sal. For further information contact the firehouse at (718) 965-8231 or Bn-44 Office at (718) 965-8344.

Download Application Here

Tuesday, April 2, 2013  Good luck to the Watkins Street Hockey Team today as they face off at 3pm in the annual King Of The Ice against our Brothers from Tillary Street.