Veterans Day originated in the Armistice Day holiday commemorating the November 11, 1918, armistice at 11 a.m. (hence “the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month”), which suspended active hostilities and effectively ended the First World War. In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor veterans of all U.S. wars.

We salute all of our Veterans, especially the many members ... (Full Story & Photos)

Village of Ossining Residents & Our Many Supporters,

On behalf of every member of the OFD, we wish to express our profound gratitude to everyone who played a part in the successful passage of the Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP) proposition yesterday and over the past weeks during early voting. This program is a vital investment in the safety and well-being of our community, offering much-deserved ... (Full Story & Photos)

Village of Ossining Residents, tomorrow is the day. It all comes down to your support, we are always there for you….now we need you!!!

Over the past 3 months, we have had the privilege to meet and speak with many of our neighbors and explain to all what exacty LOSAP is. This is something that yes does benefit and help us, your Volunteer Fire Department. The bigger benefit is this helping all of ... (Full Story & Photos)

By now, many have seen on our social media outlets our campaign to obtain LOSAP (Length of Service Award Program) for our/your Volunteer Firefighters. It is understandable that many do not know exactly what this entails, especially for you our Ossining Village Residents.

In our commitment to make everything clearly laid out for everyone, we are always available to answer any questions regarding ... (Full Story & Photos)

This past Saturday, the OFD was invited to take part in the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Prescription Center of Ossining. Engine 101 & Utility 51 along with Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps were on hand to meet some of our community members, show off our apparatus, and of course answer any questions regarding our Vote Yes for LOSAP Campaign.

We thank them for the invite to celebrate their ... (Full Story & Photos)

The OFD setup shop at Riverjam on Friday the 8th. Was a great night meeting members of our community, showing off some of our equipment, and getting the word out and explaining exactly what LOSAP is. Thanks to Town Supervisor Feldman & Mike Risko Music School for the shoutouts and support!

We will be back tonight (8/22/25)! Look for the Engine 97 & Utility 51 by the Boat & Canoe Club. Stop by say ... (Full Story & Photos)

Vehicle Extrication & Stabilization was the topic of July Department Training. We were joined members of the Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corps & Ossining Police Department as well. Members began with equipment and rig familiarization, Engines 96 & 97, Rescue 14, and Utility 51 all carry equipment in both vehicle extrication and stabilization.

Members then split into groups and went to work on stabilization ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the OFD over the last few weeks have taken part in the Westchester County Fire Training Center Instructors run “Weekly Drill Series”. The topic of this 3 part class was on Tanker, alternate & rural water supply operations. Many might not understand the real value of a dedicated municipal water system. Fire Hydrants to some are always just there, for others it’s a luxury.

Westchester County ... (Full Story & Photos)