Lawrence Firefighters Union - Local 146

ATTENTION L146 MEMBERS

Transportation details for Firefighter Robert “Bobby” Kilduff, Jr., Boston Local 718, are as follows:

Monday, June 1, 2026

Two buses will be available behind The Loop (AMC Theatre), located at 90 Pleasant Valley Street in Methuen. Transportation is being provided for Lawrence Fire and surrounding Locals, including Methuen, Haverhill, Andover, and North Andover.

The buses will depart promptly at 6:30 AM. Parking has been approved by security, and attendees may leave their vehicles there for the day. The buses are expected to arrive in Boston by 8:00 AM, with formation beginning at 8:45 AM.

Uniform of the Day: Class A with white gloves. New members may wear Class B with badge and black shoes.

If you plan on attending but will not be using the bus transportation, please make your own travel arrangements and refer to the IAFF and PFFM service details.

Additional information regarding reformation and departure from Boston following the church service will be distributed as it becomes available. We anticipate returning to Methuen shortly after the conclusion of the services.

Please contact Jeff Martin if you plan on attending the funeral service, whether traveling by personal vehicle or bus.

Today, we stand with the members of the Boston Fire Department as they mourn the heartbreaking Line of Duty Death of Firefighter Bobby “BK” Kilduff.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and brothers and sisters on the job.

Rest easy, brother.

It’s tough to find words to describe the magnitude of this loss. Jimmy Mac was not only a firefighter, but a friend, a mentor, and the definition of a labor leader. He fought occupational cancer with courage and strength until the very end. Our thoughts are with his friends, family, and loved ones as the fire service mourns the loss of such a true pillar of the profession.

Rest in peace, brother.

Join us on May 16th at 1PM to support Local 146 brother Patrick Driscoll in his fight against cancer. This will likely be one of the last events held at the current Relief's In, let's make it a success.

$200/Team

50/50 and raffle, and prizes to follow.

Contact Jeff Martin with any questions.

We would like to congratulate Dan Sullivan and Barney Trainor on their promotions to Lieutenant and Captain, respectively.

Both of these gentlemen exemplify the very best of our rank and file and represent what it means to be a true fireman’s fireman. We are proud to see them recognized for their dedication, leadership, and service to our department and community.

May 2, 2026 - 2 Alarm Structure Fire
264 Jackson Street
0828 Hours
IC: Deputy McInnis

Companies arrived on scene to find a large three-decker with heavy smoke and fire showing. A second alarm was quickly struck, bringing additional resources to the scene. Companies quickly stretched hose lines, conducted searches, and performed vertical ventilation despite high-heat conditions on the fire floor. Due to an aggressive initial attack, the fire was quickly brought under control.

Multiple residents have been displaced, and are being assisted by various organizations.

We would like to thank our mutual aid partners as always for help on both the fire ground, and for providing station coverage.

North Andover Firefighter’s Local 2035
Andover Ma Firefighters Local 1658
Methuen Fire Department
Haverhill Fire Department Local 1011
Professional Fire Fighters of Lowell MA Local 853
Dracut Firefighters, IAFF Local 2586
North Reading, MA Firefighters Local 1857
REHAB FIVE
Lawrence General Hospital EMS NAGE/IAEP Local-400

Notice to PFFM Members Providing Services to the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy

WE STRONGLY URGE MEMBERS NOT TO SIGN THESE CONTRACTS

Nick Spinale, 28, and member of Chelmsford Local 1839 for two and a half years, was injured on Tuesday morning during the performance of his duties, training other firefighters. Nick fell approximately 40 feet from a window and sustained multiple serious injuries, including facial fractures, severe internal organ damage, and fractures to both wrists. He faces a long road to recovery, including several surgeries to fix his injuries.

Please visit the link below to donate and support Nick's ongoing rehabilitation and recovery.

https://tinyurl.com/NickSpinale

When people refer to cops as “the finest,” Sgt. Simard is exactly who they mean. Every part of Lawrence is better because of his 30+ years serving with the Lawrence Police. Your brothers and sisters across the street wish you a healthy, happy, and long, well-earned retirement.

We would like to congratulate six of Lawrence’s own on their successful completion of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Recruit Training Program:

Firefighter Justin Abreu
Firefighter David Benvenutty
Firefighter Matthew Blanchard
Firefighter Michael Blanchette
Firefighter Tucker Holt
Firefighter Calum Shaw

We recognize that the 10 week program demands a great deal; not only from our members, but from their families as well.

We take pride in being firefighters. We take pride in serving our city. We take pride in standing together as strong union firefighters.