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Past Chief Raymond L Jachlewski receiving NYS Legislature Commendation from Assemblyman George Amedore

Carman Fire Department's 77th Annual Installation Banquet FEBRUARY 18 - On February 6th the Carman Fire Department held its Annual Installation Banquet at the Stadium Golf Club. During this event members were recognized for their commitment throughout the 2009 calendar year. In addition, Firematic and Executive officers were installed in their roles for 2010. Firefighter Service Awards: · Raymond L Jachlewski – 55 Years · Robert Pawlowski – 30 Years · Bernie Makowski ... (Full Story & Photos)

CFD Now Accepting Applications for 16 and 17 year olds FEBRUARY 16 - The Carman Volunteer Fire Department has recently lowered the age requirement for membership as an Active Firefighter from 18 to 16 years of age. Residence in Rotterdam Fire District #3 and consent by a legal guardian are required for membership. Special duty requirements and/or restrictions will be imposed by the department on the activities of 16 and 17 year old members to ensure compliance ... (Full Story)

Santa Comes to Carman!!! DECEMBER 20 - On Sunday afternoon, volunteers of the Carman Fire Department took to the streets in order to help Santa Claus pre plan his route through the Carman District. Santa rode his sleigh (Engine 131) all around the district while members handed out candy canes to the children. Santa put numerous smiles on the children and parents of our Carman neighborhoods. A special thanks to the crew of Rotterdam EMS ... (Full Story & Photos)

Vehicle Fire on 4th Ave DECEMBER 12 - At 1:21pm the Carman Fire Department was dispatched to the 2500 block of 4th Ave for a working vehicle fire with possible exposure to a structure. Carman Chief Vunk arrived to find a fully involved pick up truck on fire, shortly there after Engine 131 with 5 volunteers arrived and stretched a 1 ¾ hand line and began suppressing the fire. While the crew from Engine 131 was making a quick knock down, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Kathleen and Riki visit a Wounded Soldier

A Note from Afghanistan DECEMBER 06 - From: kathleen ellison To: Ron Aiello Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2008 9:29 AM Subject: WOW !! Good evening from Aghanistan !!!! Ron and members of the Carman Fire Department, Thank you so much for the box of goodies - we received it today ! What a wonderful surprise I love the Carman Fire Department card with "guys' signatures on the back !" - fabulous !! And it is currently hanging ... (Full Story & Photos)

75th Anniversary Cruise OCTOBER 20 - In celebration of 75 years of service to the Family, Friends and Community of Rotterdam Fire District #3, a day long event was held to celebrate the Pride, Dedication & years of Service for the members of the Carman Fire Department. On Saturday October 11, 2008 members enjoyed a luncheon cruise aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrement on the lovely Lake George. The sights were spectacular and the day ... (Full Story & Photos)

Fire Damages Coldbrook Home SEPTEMBER 30 - At 20:04 Carman FD was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 1029 Horvath St. First arriving units encountered a moderate smoke condition within the residence. The initial crew located the fire in an overhead kitchen cabinet, and quickly extinguished the fire. Damage was confined to the kitchen area with some smoke damage throughout the residence. No injuries were reported. Schenectady Co ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighters Rescue Woman JUNE 11 - At 03:18 am on June 9th the Carman Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 115 Mercer Ave in the Town of Rotterdam. Upon arrival crews found a large amount of fire and smoke in the front downstairs bedroom as well as receiving reports of a victim inside. Crews made entry attacking the fire along while searching for the victim who was found in the kitchen removed from the residence ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighter following breaking the front window to vent fire

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