<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"> <channel> <title>FDNY Honor Legion News Articles</title> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/rss</link> <description>News articles published on fdnyhonorlegion.org</description> <language>en-us</language> <atom:link href="https://fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/rss/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:22:34 GMT</lastBuildDate> <item> <title>New documentary ‘My Father’s House’ depicts the lasting impact of blaze that killed 12 FDNY heroes 50 years ago </title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=21</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=21</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Oct 2017 11:45:00 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>by Laura Dimon</p> <p>NEW YORK DAILY NEWS</p> <p>Monday, October 16, 2017</p> <p>A poignant documentary from the FDNY about the E. 23rd St. fire that killed 12 Bravest will be screened this week – marking the 51st anniversary of the fatal blaze. “My Father’s House” details the tragic fate of the two chiefs, two lieutenants and eight firefighters who died in the line of duty on Oct. 17, 1966.  But the film pays special attention to Lt. Joseph Priore, who left behind a 6-month-old daughter. Christine Priore, now 51, didn’t know much about her father’s story until a few years ago, when she decided to pay her respects at the commemorative plaque on 23rd St. There, she was surprised to find members of the FDNY doing the same thing.  “I didn’t know the Fire Department honored him every year,” Priore said. </p> <p>When the Bravest at the ceremony realized she was the daughter of one of the fallen firefighters, they bundled Priore into their truck and drove her to her father’s firehouse, Squad 18 in the West Village, which lost five men that day.                                                    The emotional 15-minute film centers on the day Priore unexpectedly gained a new family in the FDNY.  “There was always a sense of not knowing you belonged somewhere, to somebody. There was a hole,” Priore says in the film.</p> <p>“When I walked into the firehouse, I was shaking,” Priore adds. “It was kind of like going back to the home you never knew growing up.”</p> <p>Her father died alongside 11 other Bravest as they battled a massive fire in an art dealer’s gallery on 23rd St. and Broadway. The tragedy – the deadliest day in FDNY history until 9/11 – is sometimes known as the “Wonder Drug Store Fire” because the firefighters had entered the gallery through the neighboring store. The terrazzo tile floor collapsed beneath them in a deadly burst and they were buried in blazing rubble.  The fallen heroes left behind 12 widows and more than 30 children.</p> <p>Priore said her father “came alive for the first time” the day she walked into Squad 18.  “I know what was in his heart and what made him do this job, after visiting the firehouse. In that instant…they were my brothers and my father and everything to me,” she said.</p> <p>“My Father’s House” will screen at the Fire Museum this week and can be viewed online for a subscription fee that goes toward the FDNY Foundation.</p> <p>The film is also available to FDNY Pro subscribers at fdnypro.org/films</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/21/22491795_1496048493765120_3506288611596366745_n.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/21/23rd.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Honor Legion Board Member Christine Priore</figcaption> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>2016 Holiday Party</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=20</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=20</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2016 21:49:08 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>Annual Holiday Party held at Russo's on the Bay. A huge success with over 500 family members in attendance.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/20/hl16.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/20/hl17.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>President Fr. Chris Botti with Chief of Department Leonard</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/20/DSC_60311.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>1st Vice President Fr. Buddy Ducalo and Family Liason Louise O'Connort</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/20/DSC_6181.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Santa Claus take Christmas requests from boys, Naughty? Nice?</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/20/DSC_6012.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Fr. Chris Botti Elected the New President</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=19</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=19</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2016 21:48:27 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>After serving as President for the past 8 years, Lt. Paul Mastronardi has passed the reigns to Fr. Chris Botti. Fr. Botti has been a member of the Honor Legion for since 2010, receiving the Hugh Bonner Medal and a Class II Award for a Dramatic Rope Rescue. Chris most recently served as the Manhattan Borough Trustee. Chris began his career in the FDNY in 2003 assigned to Ladder 6. Chris is currently assigned to Squad Co. 18 in Manhattan.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/19/DSC_6159.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Fr. Chris Botti with Chief of Department Leonard. Chris has been elected the 5th President of the Honor Legion</figcaption> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>2016 Induction Ceremony and Dinner</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=18</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=18</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2016 12:12:57 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>The 2016 Induction Ceremony and Dinner was held on April 7 at Russo's on the Bay in Queens. The Honor Legion inducted 31 new members to the ranks. In attendance were Commissioner Nigro, 1st Deputy Commissioner Turner, and Chief of Department Leonard. Over 700 guests welcomed the new inductees at this most prestigious event.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/18/DCW_0190.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>2016 Inductees</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/18/6a10fda7-f2b4-4564-be0a-4b805c4cf2a6.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>President Lt. Paul Mastronardi addresses audience</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/18/DSC_0771.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Commissioner Dan Nigro</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/18/DSC_0777.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Chief of Department Leonard</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/18/DSC_0824.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>William Feehan Memorial Award Recipients 2010 Capt. John Vigiano, 2016 Fr. Dan Prince, 2014 Capt. Bob Farrell</figcaption> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>New York State Honorary Fire Chiefs Present Donation</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=17</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=17</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2015 21:29:10 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>New York State Honorary Fire Chiefs President Michael Hill presents check to Lt. Paul Mastronardi at 2015 Annual Holiday Party.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/17/DSC_8350.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>2015 Holiday Brunch</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=16</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=16</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2015 21:25:15 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>The Honor Legion hosted our Annual Holiday Brunch for the families of our fallen members. Over 450 family members attended. Thanks to all the members and volunteers for making the event possible.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/16/DSC_8343.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/16/DSC_8290.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/16/DSC_8407.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/16/DSC_8361.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/16/DSC_8515.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Honor Legion Vice President Thomas Richardson Promoted to Deputy Chief</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=13</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=13</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2014 23:04:28 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>On Thursday November 13, 2014, Vice President Thomas Richardson was promoted to Deputy Chief. DC Richardson is assigned to Brooklyn's Division 11. The Honor Legion is very proud of DC Richardson and wish him continued success in his distinguished service in the FDNY.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/13/photo (22).JPG" border="1" /> <figcaption>November 13, 2014 Deputy Chief Thomas Richardson D 11 with Commissioner Nigro, Chief of Department Leonard, and the Richardson Family.</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/13/10485472_10203250786726780_1100880124019658367_o.jpg" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Honor Legion & NY Fire Fighters Burn Center Foundation Partner for the Lt. James Curran Memorial Seminar</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=12</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=12</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:18:45 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>On Saturday November 08, the Lt. James Curran Memorial Seminar took place at the FDNY Fire Academy at Randalls Island. The seminar began with Fr. Robert Athanas Rescue Company 3 giving a very informative lecture on the Thermal Imaging Camera. Fr. Athanas was followed by Fr. Jason Brezler Rescue Company 2 sharing his experiences in the fire service and his experiences as a Marine Officer leading troops in the Middle East. The final speaker of the day was Lt. Mike Ciampo Ladder Company 45 giving a very spirited lecture on truck company operation. The Honor Legion would like to thank President Fr. Bill Leahy Ladder Company 4, Director Fr. Billy Carlson Squad Company 1, Mrs. Gwen Curran and the other members of the Foundation for including us in thier event.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/12/DCW_5639.JPG" border="1" /> <figcaption>(L to R)Honor Legion Member Capt. Eddie Fusco, Gwen Curran NYFF Burn Center, Janet Kimmerly Editor WNYF</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/12/DCW_5643.JPG" border="1" /> <figcaption>(L to R) Lt. Mickey Conboy, NYFF Burn Center Foundation President Fr. Bill Leahy, DC Tom Richardson</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/12/DCW_5641.JPG" border="1" /> <figcaption>Lt. Ciampo, Lt. Mastronardi and attendees</figcaption> </figure> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/12/DCW_5638.JPG" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>Dennis Whittam appointed Honorary Battalion Chief</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=14</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=14</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2014 18:55:25 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>On Wednesday November 5, 2014 Commissioner Nigro swore in 5 Honorary Battalion Chiefs. Along with Dennis, Steve Buscemi was also sworn in. Dennis' contributions to the FDNY were recognized by the department. Dennis is the official Honor Legion Photographer, and is very involved with fund raising. Dennis is the Editor of The Fire News, he is also a member of the Bell Club.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/14/10382175_10203218619202612_2981069090885009967_n.jpg" border="1" /> <figcaption>Commissioner Nigro, Dennis Whittam, Steve Buscemi</figcaption> </figure> ]]></description> </item> <item> <title>2014 Parent - Sibling Brunch & Boat Ride</title> <category>Incident News</category> <link>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=9</link> <guid>https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/apps/public/news/newsView.cfm?News_ID=9</guid> <dc:creator>Web Team</dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2014 02:00:48 EST</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[ <p>The Brunch and Boat Ride was a tremendous success. Over 55 Parent's and Siblings of our Fallen Brother's attended the event. The families enjoyed a wonderful brunch held at the FDNY Fire Museum on Spring Street in Lower Manhattan. Commissioner Nigro attended the event, demonstrating a never ending commitment from the department to Never Forget our Fallen Members. The Commissioner was able to share comforting words with the family members. The FDNY Family Transport Foundation provided the transportation to the quarters of Marine Company 1. Then the families boarded the "343" for a wonderful boat ride which sailed up the Hudson, then going to the Statue of Liberty, continuing onto the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges. Visit our photo gallery for more photos.</p> <br> <figure> <img src="https://www.fdnyhonorlegion.org/files/news/9/DCW_4188.JPG" border="1" /> </figure> ]]></description> </item> </channel> </rss>