Radios in 192 ambulances across Nassau County, including the Franklin Square-Munson and Elmont fire departments, will be upgraded with new radio equipment to meet a federal radio mandate to improve communication between ambulances and police.
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By Jackie Nash
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3/20/12
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A home on Stewart Place in Franklin Square was badly damaged after it caught on fire on March 16, around 5:15 p.m.
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By Jackie Nash
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3/19/12
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A celebration was held on Feb. 11 to honor Franklin Square-Munson Fire Department past chief Roger Albergo’s 50 years of service to the department.
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By Jackie Nash
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2/23/12
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A fire was reported at the New Hope Lutheran Church in North Valley Stream Wednesday night. According to fire reports, flames were through the roof of the building, located at 60 Oliver Ave.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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2/8/12
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The Elmont Fire District held its annual election on Dec. 13. Four candidates ran for a seat on the Board of Commissioners. Frank Hrbek Jr. was newly elected to a five-year term as commissioner, receiving 329 votes. Hrbek ran against Pedro Vera Jr., who received 179 votes; Philmon Kempadoo, who received 52 votes; and Frank Lozada, who received eight votes.
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By Jackie Nash
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2/2/12
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Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision on Dutch Broadway in Elmont, near Keegan Street, on Jan. 18, in the early afternoon.
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By Jackie Nash, jnash@liherald.com
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1/19/12
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“Saddened,” “upset” and “disappointed” were among the many dispirited words people used to describe Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s decision to veto a bill that would …
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Lee Landor
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1/11/12
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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano joined members of the Elmont Fire Department and representatives from The Home Depot in December to discuss important safety measures for residents. The fire department highlighted Christmas tree, lighting and candle safety tips.
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By Jackie Nash, jnash@liherald.com
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1/10/12
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The Elmont Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident in the early afternoon on Dec. 29, on Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont.
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By Jackie Nash, jnash@liherald.com
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1/3/12
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For nearly 20 years, Franklin Square resident Richard Schriefer has been putting out fires in the community. He has lived through some horrific scenes, and witnessed what for some families is the epitome of disaster — losing their home and valuables, or even their loved ones.
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By Jackie Nash, jnash@liherald.com
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12/7/11
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