Watkins Street would like to congratulate FF Trevor Lawrence (L120) and his beautiful bride Amanda on their recent nuptials. Amanda and Trevor were recently married and celebrated with family and friends at the Fox Hollow in Woodbury. Even Duke was there to celebrate and take a … [Read more...]
Join us in cheering on Lt. Pat Connolly on his promotion to Captain next Thursday July 26th. Ceremonies will be held at the Christian Cultural Center on the corner of Flatlands and Pennsylvania Avenues in East New York. Come raise a drink with the new Captain after at Connollys … [Read more...]
Good Luck to Mike and Mike
The boys on Watkins street want to wish the best of luck as we see two awesome guys move onto Rescue. FF Mike Carroll (L120) began his detail to Rescue 5 and FF Mike Meyer (L120) began his detail to Rescue 2. You are both knowledgeable firefighters and are going to bring a lot … [Read more...]
Congratulations on a Job Well Done
Congratulations to six members who recently came off of probation. The newest generation of Watkins Street are always striving to uphold the traditions of the house and are going to be excellent firefighters. They all are very self motivated and eager to learn. The future … [Read more...]
Watkins Street mourns the loss of Lt. Marty Connelly (L120)
Watkins street regrets to announce the passing of Lt. Marty Connelly. Lt. Connelly served on Watkins street during the war years in L120. Lt. Connelly earn a reputation of being a tough as nails firefighter who was always in position to get the job done. After being promoted … [Read more...]
A heartfelt congratulations goes out to FF Trevor Lawrence(L120). On March 5th 2017, FF Lawrence demonstrated true bravery while operating at Brooklyn Box 1654. Trevor without regard for his own safety went to the floor above of a punishing fire to rescue a victim under extreme … [Read more...]
Congratulations to FF Mike Meyer on receiving the Emily Trevor/ Mary B Warren Medal. On December 14th 2016 FF Meyer had the most coveted position in the FDNY, Ladder 120- Irons. Ladder 120 responded to 10-77 box 1675 only a few blocks from quarters and the company effected the … [Read more...]
Congrats to Lt. Brian Cross
A heartfelt congratulations and well deserved atta boy goes to FF Brian Cross(now Lt. assigned to D-13). FF Cross was pivotal in saving the lives of multiple people in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn. FF Cross along with Captain Thomson, FFs Meyer, Monteleone, Hay, and … [Read more...]
Congrats to Capt. Mike Thomson for receiving the 2018 FDNY Brooklyn Citizens award for actions at box 77-1675 at address 260 Stone Ave. Captain Thomson reacted decisively and showed steadfast leadership under extreme conditions. Captain Thomson acted selflessly and under the … [Read more...]
A Historic Day for Watkins Street
Four members of Watkins Street received commendations for bravery at this years Medal Day ceremonies. Medal Day was held at city hall on June 6th. Well done men!! Captain Mike Thomson (L120)- Brooklyn Citizens Medal Lt. Brian Cross (L120) - Holy Name Society Medal FF Mike … [Read more...]
The members of Watkins street turned out to support two of our best while they were inducted into the prestigious FDNY Honor Legion. Captain Mike Thomson (L120) and FF Mike Meyer (L120) were honored for actions at Brooklyn Box 1675 on December 14th 2016. Their actions along … [Read more...]
Welcome to watkins st to two of 231's newest probies. FFs John Hambrook and Gerard Rosciano were assigned to Engine 231 on April 17th. As a former member once said, you are joining a group of all stars, somehow you have to find a way to make a difference and make this place … [Read more...]
The Brownsville firefighters has a strong showing for the annual Uniformed Firefighters Association Convention in Atlantic City last week. Over 25 members made the trip down to learn about new safety initiatives and what the union has planned for the upcoming year. A good time … [Read more...]
Congratulations and Welcome to the 44 Chief Donahue!! The chief comes to us with a wealth of experience after serving in some of the busiest firehouses in the FDNY. As a firefighter he worked in Ladder 26 under, at the time Lt. Calamari (L120), and with as firefighters Capt … [Read more...]
We recently came across this photo of a Fire Salvage Unit No. 1 outside of Watkins Street quarters. Any historians out there that would like to fill us in on the history of this unit let us know in the guestbook section and we can update the story. Thanks!! "The Tradition … [Read more...]
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