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Obituary for Lois Boinski Bahr, wife of Chaplain Fred Bahr
Obituary for Lois Boinski Bahr Lois Bahr of Easton passed away unexpectedly on August 2nd, surrounded by her loving family. She was 77. Born in Easton on June 2, 1948,
Upcoming Executive Committee Notice
The MSFA Executive Committee Meeting will be held on August 23-24, 2025, at the Pleasant Valley Community FC in Carroll County. Meetings start at 0900 sharp on both days. An
2025 Awardees Announced
Gladhill – Thompson Trophy Douglas Alexander – Mount Airy – Carroll County Hall of Fame 2025 Richard “Rick” Bowie – Indian Head – Charles Jeffrey A. Clements – Potomac
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Organized 1893
The Maryland State Firefighters Association (MSFA) is a cumulation of the volunteer fire, rescue and EMS companies of the state of Maryland, and seeks to ensure adequate training and education, as well as standards in leadership and equipment to ensure the citizens of the state of Maryland receive consistent, professional emergency services no matter where in the state they reside.