FDNY Engine 231 / Ladder 120

As we prepare to mark the 15th Anniversary of the September 11th terror attack, the FDNY added 17 names to the 9/11 Memorial Wall at FDNY Headquarters. In addition to the 343 heroes who made the supreme sacrifice, we have added the names of 127 members who have since passed as a … [Read more...]

The Officers & Members of E231/L120/Bn44 congratulate FDNY Lt. John Narbutt on his retirement following 31 years of exemplary service to the City of New York. A sheer "doer" in the Firehouse and true leader on Watkins Street, John was appointed to the FDNY on October 7th, … [Read more...]

  Congratulations again to E231 Top Whip, FF Charlie Staten who enjoyed a memorable final month of service with the FDNY before reaching the maximum retirement age.  Whether a combination of the overwhelming generosity of Bn44, or simply the "needs of the Department", FF … [Read more...]

Congratulations to FDNY Lieutenant Timothy J. Byrne on his retirement following 30 years of distinguished service to the City of New York. Tim was appointed to the FDNY on March 15th, 1986 and had the good fortune to be assigned to Engine 231 where he learned from one of "The … [Read more...]

A great time was had by all as Watkins Street members past and present gathered at the 2016 Watkins Street Picnic "A Family Day At The Beach" held in Belle Harbor, Queens. Delicious food, fine spirits, TALL tales of daring feats, jumping dolphins, poolside memories, and lots of … [Read more...]

Watkins Street members past and present congratulate FDNY Battalion Chief Timothy Riordan on his retirement after 32 years of exemplary service to the City of New York. Tim was appointed to the FDNY on March 5th, 1984 and was assigned to L35 from 1984-1988 before transferring to … [Read more...]

With immense pride, the Officers & Members of E231/L120/Bn44 have adorned our Nation's Blue Star Banner on Ladder 120's rig. The Blue Star Banner is an American tradition dating back to WWI signifying that a family member has been deployed overseas. As we go out the door and … [Read more...]

The Officers & Members of E231/L120/Bn44 congratulate Firefighter Charles Staten (E231) on his retirement after 32 years of dedicated service to the City of New York. FF Staten, our Senior Man and "Top Whip" was appointed to the FDNY in 1984 and subsequently assigned to … [Read more...]

    A great time was had by all at the 2nd Annual Watkins Street Reunion Luncheon. Our Senior L120 member, Deacon Andy Garguilo led the Brothers in prayer giving thanks to the cherished Brotherhood we enjoy and paying respects to those we have lost. Special thanks to … [Read more...]

  Watkins Street members welcomed home former Captain Anthony DeVita L120 (1973-1976) who stopped by for a special visit with his family which included (FDNY Chief of Personnel DAC Anthony DeVita Jr) and 12 year old grandson Michael,  who someday hopes to follow his dad and … [Read more...]

Congratulations to the 2016 FDNY Medal Day recipients which included Lt Brian Colleluori (L174) who was awarded the James Gordon Bennett Medal, the Departments highest honor. Watkins Street members joined the Brothers from E330/L172 & E221/L104 to host the Brooklyn Coalition … [Read more...]

Everlasting gratitude to our Nations heroes at rest.... "We are forever indebted to those who have given their lives that we might be free" - President Ronald Reagan (1983) … [Read more...]

Congratulations to FF Chris Geraghty (L120), FF Rob Leverock (L120), and FF Trevor Lawrence (L120) who are proudly representing Watkins Street on the FDNY Bravest Football Team. FDNY Bravest is a semi-pro football team comprised of members of the New York City Fire Department who … [Read more...]

  The annual Engine/Truck softball game was a great success as L120 came away with a 7-6 victory to edge out the Engine and secure bragging rights for the first time in many years! The Engine was led by the strong pitching staff which included recently retired BC Tim … [Read more...]

Congratulations to Lt Scott Coyne (L120) who represented the Watkins Street contingent of the FDNY Incident Management Team and Bureau of Operations (which also included FF Billy McLaughlin E231, FF Brian Winzer E231, and FF John McEneaney L120) receiving the FDNY Recognition … [Read more...]