“A tough act to follow” is what this columnist called Local 1009’s president and vice president, who had led it since 1997 but opted not to run for re-election.

Worcester Sunday Telegram
Written by: Nick Kotsopoulos
Submitted by: Worcester, MA Local 1009

SECOND PLACE: “A long road to healing”

A year after two fire fighters died on the job, an entire community of emergency workers continues to suffer and grieve. “This is a tragedy that keeps going,” the local’s president said.
However, the tragedy has led to improvements, such as new waterproof radio microphones.


Winnipeg Sun
Submitted by: Winnipeg, MB Local 867