NHPJuniors at St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The New Hyde Park JuniorFire Department appeared at the recent St. Patrick’s Day Parade held on March 11, 2023.

- Fire News photo by Neil Brogan

Babylon 2023 Installation

On March 24, 2023, the Town of Babylon Fire Police Association held theirannual installation of newly elected officers for2023 at Captain Bill’s restaurant in Bay Shore. (Left to right): President Steve Cianchetta; Vice President Kenneth DeFreitas and guest; TreasurerGary Stecherand guest; Secretary Cheryl Iannone; and Chaplain Lovetta Nixon and guest. Past President Lou Iannone administering the oath of office. - Fire News story by Sue Orlando

Islip Honors 50-YearMan Ben Gallaito

SupervisorRomaine Attends Ridge’s 82nd Installation

Ex-Chief Ben Gallaito of the Islip Fire Department was awarded a 50 YearCertificate of Appreciation from FASNYand the Volunteer Fire Police Association of the State of New York on March 16, 2023, at the Islip Fire Department. Chief Schroederalong with members of the Islip Town Fire Police Association were there to support and recognize Gallaito’s achievement. (From left to right): Sergeant-atArms James Smith; President Kevin Parkan; FASNYDirector Frank Guarino; Ex-Chief Ben Gallaito; Chief of Islip Fire Department Alden Schroeder; Secretary Sue Orlando; Treasurer Ed Curry; and 1st Vice President Joe Nolan.

- Fire News story by Sue Orlando, PIO

On March 25, 2023, Brookhaven SupervisorEd Romaine attended the Ridge Fire Department’s 82nd Annual Installation Dinnerat East Wind Long Island in Wading River. At the ceremony, the Supervisoracknowledged the volunteerdepartment members for theiryears of dedication in keeping theircommunity safe. He also presented proclamations and certificates of appreciation to many longtime members, including those with 50 and 25 years of service. Formore information about the Ridge Fire Department, go to www.RidgeFD.org . SupervisorRomaine said, “It was an honorfor me to thank the members of the Ridge Fire Department. They respond to hundreds of calls each yearand put themselves in harm’s way. We are all grateful fortheirservice.”

- Fire News photo provided