Hackensack Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2081

10/16/2026

Hackensack Union Firefighters Honored at Bergen County 200 Club Awards

On October 14, 2026, members of Hackensack Fire Department’s 2nd Platoon, representing Hackensack Fire IAFF Locals 2081 and 3172, were honored with the John R. Rinaldi Unit Citation Award at the Bergen County 200 Club’s J. Fletcher Creamer, Sr. Valor Awards.

Firefighters Mike Rainville and Nicholas Webster were specifically recognized for their extraordinary courage and bravery earning them the Meritorious Service Award. This award with the Unit Citation was for a life-saving water rescue on January 6, 2026, when a vehicle plunged into the Hackensack River near the Court Street Bridge.

Under the command of Deputy Chief Derevyanik, crews faced freezing water, darkness, and a rising tide to rescue a driver trapped inside the vehicle. Firefighters Rainville and Webster entered the frigid river to assist the victim, while crews worked together to safely bring the driver to shore for medical treatment.

This incident demonstrated the courage, teamwork, and dedication of Hackensack’s firefighters. The successful rescue was also supported by specialized water rescue training completed in 2025 through a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG).

Shout out to the Englewood Firefighters and Fire Officers IAFF Locals for their Meritorious Service Award for a fire on March 6th 2026.

Our Hackensack PBA members also received a Distinguished Service Award to Officers Angeles, Caneja, and Vicale for an incident on July 19th, 2026.

Congratulations to all the members recognized for their heroic actions and commitment to saving lives!

The 200 Club of Bergen County
Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172
City of Hackensack Fire Department
Englewood Fire
Hackensack P.B.A Local 9
Hackensack PBA Local 9A
Hackensack Police Department
City of Hackensack, NJ
New Jersey Firefighters PFANJ
International Association of Fire Fighters

10/10/2026

09/15/2026

Nice work by 4th Platoon!

09/11/2026

25 YEARS LATER — NEVER FORGOTTEN 🇺🇸

September 11, 2001 changed our nation and our fire service forever.

On the 25th anniversary, Hackensack Firefighters IAFF Local 2081 and Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172 remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost, including the firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, and civilians who never made it home.

We also remember the first responders who answered the call in the days, weeks, and months that followed. Many Hackensack firefighters gave up their days off to stand alongside the FDNY in the rescue and recovery efforts.

We especially remember our own Hackensack brothers who have since passed from illnesses related to their service:
▪️Lt. James Walker III— February 7, 2026
▪️FF Rich Kubler — July 25, 2020
▪️FF Dennis Walker — June 15, 2011

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

🇺🇸 We invite everyone to join us tomorrow, September 11, at 2:30 PM sharp at Fire Headquarters, 205 State Street, for the City of Hackensack’s 9/11 Ceremony.

25 years later, we remember. We honor. We never forget.
September 11, 2001 — September 11, 2026

City of Hackensack Fire Department
City of Hackensack, NJ
New Jersey Firefighters PFANJ
International Association of Fire Fighters

09/02/2026

HFD Update:

Join us as we come together to honor and remember the lives lost on the 25th anniversary of September 11. Our 9/11 Memorial Ceremony will take place on Friday, September 11, at 2:30PM at Fire Headquarters. All are invited to stand united in solemn reflection and pay tribute to the courage and sacrifices of those who served that day. We will never forget.

Hackensack Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2081 Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172 City of Hackensack Fire Department City of Hackensack, NJ Hackensack Police Department

08/21/2026

Making Memories at MDA Summer Camp!

On August 20th, members of Hackensack Firefighters IAFF Local 2081 proudly attended the 2026 MDA Summer Camp, alongside our brothers and sisters from Newark Fire Officer's Union IAFF Local 1860 and Greenburgh Uniformed Firefighters Association - IAFF 1586.

This year was especially meaningful for us because two of the campers, Grayson and Matthew, are the nephews of Hackensack Chief Rosazza. Both boys had an incredible time celebrating Firefighter Day at camp, and it made the day even more special for all of us!

From face painting and decorating bananas before launching them across the field, to music, shaving cream battles, and water dunk challenges, the smiles never stopped!

Every one of these special moments is made possible because of YOU and your generosity through our Fill the Boot campaigns.

This year, Grayson and Matthew even got the chance to decorate our Fill the Boots, which we will proudly carry with us onto the streets as we continue fundraising for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

The MDA Summer Camp is completely free for MDA families and is one of only a few MDA Summer Camps in the country, and it’s right here in our backyard!

There’s still time to make a difference! Help us continue supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association by donating today. Every dollar helps send a child to camp, supports MDA families, and funds vital research toward treatments and cures.

Thank you for helping us Fill the Boot and make a difference in the lives of so many families!

Donate to Fill the Boot:
https://filltheboot.donordrive.com/team/22404

Donate to Grayson and Matthews trust:
https://gofund.me/0a05b8d68

Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172
City of Hackensack Fire Department
International Association of Fire Fighters
New Jersey Firefighters PFANJ
Fill the Boot for MDA
Newark Firefighters Union
Newark Fire Department

08/13/2026

Interested in Becoming a Firefighter? This Information Session Is for You!

The Hackensack Fire Department is inviting members of the public to join us for an information session about the New Jersey State Civil Service Firefighter Examination.
📅 Tuesday, August 18th
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Hackensack Civic Center
Rear of 215 State Street, Hackensack, NJ

If you’ve ever considered a career in the fire service, now is the time to learn more. The application period for the NJ State Civil Service Firefighter Examination closes August 31st at 4:00 PM.

During the session, members of the Hackensack Fire Department will discuss:
* How to apply for the Civil Service Firefighter Examination
*What the job of a firefighter entails
* What to expect from the Physical Ability Test
*The hiring process and what comes next
*Answers to your questions about pursuing a career in the fire service

Whether you’re seriously considering becoming a firefighter or simply want to learn more about the process, come out and get your questions answered directly by members of the fire service.
Don’t wait until the last minute — the application deadline is August 31st at 4:00 PM.
We hope to see you there!

Hackensack Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2081 Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172 City of Hackensack, NJ

08/01/2026

✝️HONORING THE LIFE OF FIREFIGHTER KENNETH “KENNY” POLLOCK✝️

💜The hearts of the New Jersey Firefighters PFANJ are incredibly heavy as we stand in solidarity with the Ocean City Firefighters Association , the Ocean City Fire Department, and the family of Firefighter Kenneth “Kenny” Po***ck, who has answered his final alarm following a valiant fight against cancer.

🥒For 19 years, Kenny, known affectionately as "Pickles" by his crew, was the absolute soul of his station. He was the man at the stove, drawing everyone to the kitchen table with either his great food or a contagious laugh that could brighten the darkest of shifts. He was also the heart of his station with the passion, grit, and determination he brought to the job. Kenny tackled his illness with the exact same mindset that defined his career.

👧Yet, beyond the uniform, the dedication to the Ocean City Fire Department, and the endless jokes, his proudest achievement and greatest love was being a devoted father to his daughter, Jordyn. Please join us in keeping Jordyn, the entire Po***ck family, and our International Association of Fire Fighters brothers and sisters of Local 4032 in your hearts as they navigate this immense loss.