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The Walden Fire District will be holding a special meeting for the purpose of putting Scott Bottles out to bid on November 18, 2020 at 6pm at Walden Fire House 230 Old Orange Ave Walden.

Denise Miller, Secretary
Walden Fire District

It is with deep regret that the WFD announce the passing of Past Chief Richard J. Penney. Rick has been a staple in the WFD for decades; beginning as a junior firefighter in the early 80's, rising to the rank of Chief of Department at the turn of the century, then serving two terms on the Board of Fire Commissioners.

In between Rick juggled family, work at the Sheriff's Office, and service with numerous associations and non-profits.

At this time there are no plans completed, and the family asks for distance to allow them to grieve.

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With the all kids being “stuck” at home due to COVID-19 we realized that they could potentially be “celebrating” a birthday with no party! So we are spreading some cheer by conducting a drive by with “Lights and Sirens”!

This fun trend is truly catching on with other local fire and police departments!

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On December 07, 2017 the Walden FD held its Annual Dept. Meeting to have an election for its 2018 Officers and 2018 Chief nominees.

Great job and congratulations to all and thank you for your service!

Here is the list of the Elected and Nominated 2018 Firematic and Civil Officers:

Firematic Officers:

Chief: Charles McNeely (Car 1)
1st Assistant Chief: Larry Sager (Car 2)
2nd Assistant Chief: Demetrios “Jim” Totonis (Car 3)
3rd Assistant Chief: Frederick Williams (Car 4)

Captain: George Brown (Car 7)
Captain: Craig Buccieri (Car 6)
Captain: Michael McNamee (Car 8)

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In October, 2017 the Men and Women of the Walden Fire Dept. got together to support the Walden Humane Society The members got together to pose with some Furry Friends from the Walden Humane Society's annual calendar.

In fact some of the members even raised some money from this event. If you are interested in Purchasing a calendar or helping the Humane Society please visit the Society's home page. They can be reached at:

www.waldenhumane.org

As always thank you for supporting the Walden Fire Department and the Humane Society!

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The Walden Fire Department in conjunction with the Goodwill Church and other Organizations in the area are running a Hurricane Relief Effort.

If you are interested in Donating some Clean Damage Free or New Clothes please deliver them to Walden Station 1 (230 Old Orange Ave, Walden, NY).

You may deliver them in Person on Wednesday at 7pm - 9pm or Sunday between 9am and 11am. If those times do not work for you feel free to deliver them and leave them in a bag by the front door under the overhang and one of the members will secure the items.

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The Officers and Members of the Walden Fire Dept. eagerly await the arrival of the new Ladder Truck (T-240) this week. The unit was commissioned to be built by Spartan by the commissioners of the Walden Fire District well over a year ago.

The new Ladder Truck is scheduled to be delivered on Friday (7/14/17) and the training will beginning that same weekend. After a few weeks of training and adjustments the New Ladder Truck should be placed in service.

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On 6/26/17 the Walden Fire Department participated in a joint agency Active shooter drill with local Police Departments and EMS. This was the first hands on drill where the multiple disciplines worked together and formed "Rescue Task Force" consisting of Fire EMS and Police, to make entry into the area to treat and remove wounded civilians.

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On 9/3/16 and 9/4/16 the Walden Fire Department provided apparatus and manpower to the New York Air National Guard (Stewart) for the NY Air Show. During the show the highlighted even was the USAF Thunderbirds. The Department provided the UTV and Tanker for support.

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