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MN IAFF
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Save the Date: 2022 Hotdog Lunch
09/20/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Membership, Retirees, Family & Friends,
In addition to the Hotdog Lunch, Local S-6 will also be hosting the accompanying bake sale with all proceeds benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). So, dust off your best recipes (but store bought is okay, too) and donate an item or two for sale.
Please direct all inquiries to event director Captain Natalie Harris (612.726.5353). |
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2022 Minnesota Fallen Firefighter Memorial
09/20/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Membership, Retirees, Family & Friends,
This Sunday 25th September, Driver Jon Kauffmann will be honored at the Minnesota Fallen Firefighter Service. This year’s ceremony, at the Minnesota Fallen Firefighter Memorial at the State Capitol, is scheduled to include a wreath laying, reading of the honor roll, comments from dignitaries, bag pipes and a bell ceremony. |
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MDA Fill the Boot 2022
09/18/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Membership, Retirees, Family & Friends,
Our MDA Fill the Boot drive begins tomorrow and we are still looking for volunteers to assist. The more the better, as this is a busy corner and requires many individuals to operate it safely. |
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New Membership Swear In - September 2022
09/18/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
New membership swear-in at the September 2022 union meeting - (photo from left) Firefighters Alex Graham, Abigail Schmidt and Megan Daniels. Welcome to IAFF Local S-6. |
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2022 Special Olympics Plane Pull - Special Thanks
09/18/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
IAFF Local S-6 would like to extend a belated thank you to Captain Cory Peterson, Drivers Jennifer Toavs (aka Sparky) & Tom Wenker, Firefighters Ryan Huisheere, Dan Cerise, Jake Ross, Adam Younger & Joe Grady, and Justin Keimig for participating in the 2022 APD/Special Olympics Plane Pull.
The team came in 2nd place (behind Apple Valley PD). |
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September 17, 2022 | IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial
09/17/22 - IAFF Local 21 Watch Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 members, Tommy McDonough Jr. and Mike Paidar, as their names are permanently engraved on the Wall of Honor at the IAFF Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America. |
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09/11 - 21st Anniversary #NeverForget
09/11/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
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Union Meeting - Saturday 10th September 2022
09/09/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Local S-6 Membership,
Please note there is a union meeting tomorrow, Saturday 10th September 2022, training room at Fire Station One @ 0745 sharp. C-Shift will be going off duty and A-Shift will be coming on duty. It's YOUR union... be involved!!!
Next union meeting... Saturday 8th October 2022. |
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September 11 | Memorial Stair Climb Event at University of St. Thomas
09/08/22 - IAFF Local 21 Please see an invitation below from the Saint Paul Fire Department's Health + Wellness Coordinator, Captain Kyle Bode, to participate in a memorial stair climb event in honor of September 11th. All are welcome to participate. Any questions can be directed to Captain Kyle Bode. |
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Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired FEO Frank Day
09/08/22 - IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 regret to announce the passing of retired Fire Equipment Operator, Franklin Day. Frank began his career with the Saint Paul Fire Department on April 02, 1965. Frank promoted to the rank of Fire Equipment Operator on April 09, 1972, and spent most of his career driving Ladder Co. |
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Monday, September 06, 2022 | Happy Labor Day!
09/05/22 - IAFF Local 21 Your Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 members and union workers put their lives on the line every day to protect the of Saint Paul, Minnesota and surrounding communities in the Twin Cities. Let this 21st Century labor renaissance remind us all that we are STRONGER TOGETHER WITH UNIONS. Have a happy and healthy Labor Day. |
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MSP AFD Breast Cancer Awareness TShirts
09/03/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Fire, Retirees, Family & Friends,
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and MSP Airport Fire would like to do our part to support the cause! Our online store is now open for you to purchase our official MSP Airport Fire Department Breast Cancer Awareness tshirts.
For staff, the shirts may be worn as uniform during the month of October; this is optional and strongly encouraged. |
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September 08, 2022 | Veteran Firefighters Luncheon
09/02/22 - IAFF Local 21 Call Secretary-Treasurer Mike Hogan at 952.463.5316 to reserve your meal by Monday, September 5th. The American Legion needs a head count for food preparation. If you do not plan to eat, do not call ahead. Just show up! Adult beverages are available. Questions, or if you need a ride, call Tim Wirth (651.247.4775) or Mike Hogan (952.463.5316) Join the email list. |
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2022 | Saint Paul Fire Department - Paramedic Class Graduation
09/02/22 - IAFF Local 21 |
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The Local 21 Gillette Children's Carnival is Back!
09/02/22 - IAFF Local 21 The Gillette Children's Carnival is finally back "in person" this year! Since our last carnival in 2019, we've had several new members added to Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21. This is an excellent opportunity for our Members to give back and help the kids and families that are patients at Gillette Children's Hospital. |
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9.14.2022 | Saint Paul Fire Foundation 4th Annual Golf Tournament
08/24/22 - IAFF Local 21 |
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Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired AC Jim Haselmann
08/24/22 - IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters Local 21 regrets the passing of retired Assistant Fire Chief, Jim Haselmann. Jim began his career with the Saint Paul Fire Department on January 02, 1964 and retired on December 29, 1995, after 31 years of service. Mass of Christian Burial at 11am, Friday, August 26th, at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, Oakdale, MN. |
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August 24th, 2022 | The "Tommy" McDonough Jr. Hero WOD
08/16/22 - IAFF Local 21 Every hour, each gym will be onsite at Conway Recreation Center and a fitness professional from each respective gym will lead "The Tommy" workout of the day (WOD.) Friends, family, active and/or retired firefighters are welcome to participate in our memorial workout mindfully developed to honor our fallen Brother, Tommy McDonough Jr. |
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Oakdale Firefighter Paramedic
08/06/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters 
FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Oakdale, Minnesota (current population: 28,315) is currently accepting applications for the position of a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic.
Primary responsibilities include response to emergency medical calls, and to protect and save life and property through effective firefighting and rescue work. |
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Election Notice
08/06/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters 
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By-Law Changes
08/05/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters 
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Graduation of SPFD Class 2022 - B
07/29/22 - IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 is proud to announce that our 20 newest members will be hitting the streets, some reporting for duty as early as 0800 hours tomorrow morning. Their graduation is some much needed relief to our frontline that are responding to a record-breaking number of calls for service every day. |
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Dean Vargo
07/27/22 - IAFF Local S-6 
Dean Vargo was honored at a private celebration for his 16 years and 9 months of service to MSP Airport Fire on Thursday 14th July 2022.
Dean medically retired on Wednesday 8th December 2021; a bit earlier than anticipated, but is enjoying his next chapter in life. He has recently accepted a job working as a counselor for challenged adults, teaching them life skills. |
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7.29.2022 | SPFD Recruit Academy Graduation
07/24/22 - IAFF Local 21 |
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7.30.2022 | IAFF Local 21 Motorcycle Ride
07/24/22 - IAFF Local 21 |
