A house fire in the Greenhaven section of Rye late Wednesday afternoon was knocked down by the Rye Fire Department. Firefighters found and safely removed two dogs in the home while containing the fire. At 5:18pm on Wednesday (March 12, 2025), Rye FD was dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 65 Rye Road in […]
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Loudon Woods Home Fire Snuffed by Rye FD
A home fire in the Louden Woods neighborhood on Friday afternoon was snuffed by Rye FD. On Friday at 3:47pm, Rye FD responded to a call reporting heavy smoke inside a structure at 20 Loder Street. Upon arrival, responders found a home under renovation with an active fire in the dining room ceiling and smoke […]
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Rye FD Volunteers Donate $10K to California Fire Foundation
On the heels of an impromptu community fundraiser last week for those impacted by the California wildfires, the volunteers of the Rye Fire Department are donating $10,000 to the California Fire Foundation – Benevolent Fund. Dan Bochicchio, department chief, stated “firefighters everywhere are one with our brothers and sisters in Los Angeles. We provide mutual […]
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Rye FD Union to Host Second Annual Charity Fundraiser
The Rye Professional Firefighters Local 2029 union’s charity, 2029 Fundraising, will host its second annual charity gala on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The union stepped up its fundraising efforts in 2024 after formalizing its 501c3 tax exempt status and running its first charity event. Local 2029 has had other charity programs, such as its annual […]
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In Memory: Michael L. Cucchiara, Age 56, Former Rye Firefighter
Michael L. Cucchiara, a resident of Mamaroneck NY for over 25 years, passed away at the age of 56. Born on April 3, 1968, in the Bronx, NY, Michael was the son of Ralph and Kathleen (nee D’Alessandro) Cucchiara. His effervescent spirit and warm heart touched all who were fortunate enough to cross his path. […]
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Scout the Golden Doodle Rescued from Frozen Pond by Rye FD
Monday was a long day for Scout the mini golden doodle and the Layng family. Around 8:45am, after school drop off, Caitlin Layng took Scout for a walk around the Apawamis Club golf course with a friend and the friend’s golden doodle. It was a perfect, quiet walk in beautiful Rye on a cold winter […]
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PHOTOS: Rye FD Local 2029 Candy Cane Run
The Rye FD’s Local 2029 union made the rounds with Santa Claus on Sunday, December 15, 2024 as part of its annual Candy Cane Run. FD members escorted Santa and some of his elves across the City of Rye. Between 4pm and 6pm the caravan made stops at Milton School, Rye Recreation, Highland Hall, Osborn […]
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Rye FD Local 2029 Raises $8,472 in Annual Boot Drive
The Rye FD’s Local 2029 union raised $8,472 during its annual boot drive along Purchase Street in downtown Rye on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The funds will go towards the union’s nonprofit activities. See our Giving Rye: Meet Rye Professional Firefighters (Local 2029) profile to learn more about the group’s support of local organizations. The boot […]
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House Fire in Greenhaven Early Sunday Morning
The Rye Fire Department battled a house fire in the Greenhaven section of Rye early Sunday morning. Fire alarm records show Rye FD responded to a structure fire at 4:51am on Sunday at 2 Lane Way off Barlow Lane in Greenhaven. According to the authorities, initial reports indicated that the front door of the residence […]
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Giving Rye: Meet Rye Professional Firefighters (Local 2029)
Giving Rye is a new occasional feature highlighting non-profits and community groups in and around the City of Rye. Today meet Sal Inguanti of The Rye Professional Firefighters (Local 2029). Your Name: Sal Inguanti Organization: The Rye Professional Firefighters Inc., DBA 2029 Fundraising Your role: President MyRye.com: Tell us your organization’s mission. Inguanti: As members […]