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Congrats to FF Trevor Lawrence

 June 16, 2018

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...]

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Congrats to FF Mike Meyer

 June 16, 2018

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...]

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Congrats to Lt. Brian Cross

 June 16, 2018

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...]

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Congrats to Capt. Thomson

 June 16, 2018

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...]

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A Historic Day for Watkins Street

 June 15, 2018

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...]

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FDNY Honor Legion Induction Ceremony

 May 19, 2018

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...]

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New Additions to 231

 May 19, 2018

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...]

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UFA Convention 2018

 May 12, 2018

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...]

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Welcome To the 44

 May 8, 2018

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...]

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TBT

 March 1, 2018

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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Congrats To Connor Davan (E231) and Anthony Delio (E231)

 March 1, 2018

Congratulations to these two young firefighters as they came off probation this past month.  Anthony "I got a Guy" Delio (E231) and Connor Davan (E231) have put in alot of hard work and certainly deserve to wear the 231 patches on their helmet. As with company tradition, they … [Read more...]

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Congrats Poppy

 February 28, 2018

A heartfelt congrats and good luck go to Bill "Poppy" McLaughlin on his retirement after 21 years of dedicated service to City of New York and the residents of Brownsville.  He was an outstanding firefighter and one of the best chauffeurs to ever get behind the wheel on Watkins … [Read more...]

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Watkins Street Mourns the Loss of a Former Commander of Engine 231

 February 28, 2018

​Watkins Street Regrets to announce the passing of former Captain Brendan F. McCormick E231.  Capt. McCormick was the commander of E231 from 1981-1985. Capt. McCormick, a happy man always with a smile on his face, was a member of the FDNY during the war years and was a fixture at … [Read more...]

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2017 Photos

 February 14, 2018

Check out photos from 2017 in the gallery page. … [Read more...]

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Take a Trip Down Memory Lane

 February 14, 2018

The software and layout for the website was recently updated.  If you would like to take a look back in the archives there is a link on the left side of the home page labeled News Prior to 2015.  It will bring you to a menu where you can search by year. … [Read more...]

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