The Deadly Combo: CO & Children DECEMBER 22 - ANNOUNCING R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center Evening EMS Educational Broadcast The Deadly Combo: CO & Children Karen O'Connell, MD, FAAP Children's National Medical Center/ George Washington University Dennis Wood, MS, NREMT-P Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department, Major Wednesday, January 6, 2010 7:00-9:00pm Broadcasting from: First Floor Auditorium- Shock Trauma R.S.V.P. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Association to Host 88th Annual Convention NOVEMBER 12 - I am pleased to report that last evening the body of the Association voted to host the annual convention for 2010. It is my hope that getting away from the traditional way of thinking will prove positive as we move forward in the years to come. I have asked Second Vice President Glenn Sherman to serve as "Chairman" for the convention. Planning will take place immediately and will be our goal to make ... (Full Story)

The Five Honorees

Special Tribute Story and Pictures NOVEMBER 01 - On Saturday, October 31, 2009, the Prince George's County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association honored five individuals who have provided more than 50 years of service each to their respective companies, and who continue to participate in the Prince George's County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association. Each of these distinguished gentlemen received a citation from the State of Maryland, a flag that ... (Full Story & Photos)

Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Roundtable Video OCTOBER 30 - The Prince George's County Maryland Fire/EMS Department has produced a video in conjunction with PGCVF&RA for volunteer recruitment and retention. Fire Chief Eugene A. Jones held a roundtable discussion on the success of several stations in recruiting and retaining volunteer firefighters and EMT's. This video will be used to share their ideas in hopes of enhancing recruitment efforts to all of our ... (Full Story)

Pictures of the 2009 PGCVF&RA Convention OCTOBER 13 - NEW PICTURES ADDED OCT 13th!! It's Convention time again! Below you will see a link to pictures of the 2009 PGCVF&RA Annual Convention. *Day 1: Drivers Rodeo and Field Events* Pictures Taken by Jennifer Underwood http://picasaweb.google.com/junderwoodphoto/Day1FieldGames?feat=directlink Pictures Taken By Amber Reamy http://picasaweb.google.com/LilLucy0715/Convention09Day1?feat=email# *Thursday: ... (Full Story & Photos)

VOLUNTEERS ANSWER THE CALL FOR HELP JULY 21 - The Prince George's County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department has been well known as one of the largest and busiest combination, volunteer and career, departments in the country, if not the world. The Department is currently comprised of about 700 career firefighters and paramedics, 1,050 volunteers (with about half of these participating in emergency operations) and 80 civilian employees, ... (Full Story)

COUNTY EXECUTIVE’S NOMINEE FOR FIRE CHIEF CONFIRMED BY COUNTY COUNCIL JULY 15 - UPPER MARLBORO, MD – Prince George's County Executive Jack Johnson's nominee for Fire Chief was unanimously confirmed today by the County Council. Eugene Jones was sworn in immediately following his confirmation hearing. "Chief Jones has a comprehensive background in fire/rescue service and emergency preparedness and an impressive record of professional achievement," Johnson said. "Prince ... (Full Story & Photos)