An Irish American who is New York's longest-serving battalion chief has retired ... met with a standing ovation from family and close FDNY co-workers. McCarthy, who has worked for the FDNY ...

Brian J. Fink retired after 38 years with FDNY as a battalion chief, serving as commander of the 19th battalion in the Bronx. he also served as the executive officer for the FDNY Chief of Training.

NEW YORK-- The longest serving battalion chief of the FDNY did his last tour Wednesday. Battalion Chief Tom McCarthy got a standing ovation in Chelsea as he walked out one last time. Crews from ...