FDNY Women Make History

December 2, 2021

Deputy Chief Inspectors Thomas and Rogers Make Department History

Shout-out to newly promoted FDNY Deputy Chief Inspectors Chinelle Thomas and Emanuela Rogers, who recently made history in our Department by advancing to their current rank. […]
May 6, 2021

Former Proby of the Month Spotlight: Firefighter Vanessa Schoening

On this Throwback Thursday, we’re catching up with former Proby of the Month Ladder 9 Firefighter Vanessa Schoening. Since being featured on Join FDNY in 2014, […]
February 24, 2021

Celebrating Black History Month: A Spotlight on Firefighter Melissa Bennett

Our celebration of Black History Month continues with a spotlight on Squad 8 Firefighter Melissa Bennett, one of the highly-trained first responders in our Special Operations […]
February 8, 2021

Celebrating Black History Month: A Spotlight on Firefighter Jackie-Michelle Martinez

Join the FDNY throughout the next few weeks in celebrating Black History Month. As part of our recognition, we’re paying tribute to our members who continue […]
May 21, 2020

Michele Fitzsimmons Becomes Second Woman Battalion Chief in FDNY History

“I’m happy that I’ve reached this point in my career doing something that I love. I’ve learned so much from this job and it’s exciting for […]
September 24, 2019

New Class of Probationary Firefighters Graduates from the Academy

On Tuesday, September 24, 2019, Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro presided over the graduation ceremony for 301 Probationary Firefighters. Among the graduates are 21 legacies, whose […]
May 29, 2019

Two Women Get Promoted to Fire Lieutenant at Latest Ceremony

On Wednesday, May 29, 2019, FDNY Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro promoted 30 Firefighters to the rank of Lieutenant at the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, including […]