Keyword: 'Island Park Fire Department' | Herald Community Newspapers

Keyword: Island Park Fire Department

42 results total, viewing 11 - 20

About 300 people attended a fundraiser for ailing Island Park firefighter William “Willie” Herbert, center, who was diagnosed with cancer in September. Above, Herbert during the event at the Coral House with his wife, Wendy, left, and daughter, Francine.

Hundreds attend fundraiser to support ailing Island Park firefighter

About 300 people flocked to the Coral House in Baldwin on Sunday to support lifelong Island Parker William “Willie” Herbert, who is battling cancer. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/15/18

Fire Department brought some of its equipment to the Island Park Public Library on Oct. 14 for a send off to Fire Prevention Week. 2-year-old Julius reached for a fire chief hat.

Kids learn fire safety at the Island Park library

It was a day of fun and fire safety at the Island Park Public Library on Oct. 14 as children had the opportunity to learn, through instruction and hands-on participation, how to better protect … more

By Peter Belfiore | 10/27/17

Flames, which started in a spray booth inside South Shore Collision on May 5, reached the Island Park businesses’ roof.

Firefighters respond to blaze at South Shore Collision

Congestion around the Barnum Island Bridge was heavier than normal on May 5 as fire trucks responding to a blaze at South Shore Collision blocked a lane of traffic. more

By Ben Strack | 5/12/17

Gene Vandermosten, an Island Park resident who was known for his volunteer work, died on April 3.

Gene Vandermosten, an Island Park ‘cornerstone,’ dies at 80

Gene Vandermosten, known around Island Park for his unwavering service to the community — including his longtime commitment to Boy Scouts and various fire departments in the area — died on April 3 at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Queens from a heart condition. He was 80. more

By Ben Strack | 4/13/17

Newly installed Island Park Fire Chief James Sarro with his wife, Nancy, and children Tyler, Angela, Emily and Theodore.

Island Park gets a new fire chief

Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito swore n Jimmy Sarro as the Island Park Fire Department’s 77th Chief. Also sworn in by Island Park Mayor Michael McGinty; Deputy Chiefs James Miotto, … more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 5/11/16

Peter Ruocco was honored at the Island Park Civic Association “Love Your Troops” dinner dance in February.

Obituary: Peter Ruocco, 91

Former Island Park Fire Chief Peter Ruocco of the Original Engine Company, a member of the department for 55 years, died on April 6. He was 91. Peter Anthony Ruocco was born on March 10, 1925 in … more

4/13/16

Showing off new external defibrillators for the Island Park Fire Department are from left; Mayor Michael McGinty, Captain of the Rescue Company Margaret Rodriguez, Trustees Joseph Annarella and Irene Naudus, County Legislator Denise Ford who obtained the grant for the new equipment, Chief Edward Madden and Deputy Chief James Sarro.

New defibrillators for I.P.

Island Park Fire Chief Edward Madden wrote to Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford asking for help replacing equipment lost in Hurricane Sandy. In the letter Madden said Island Park, like Long Beach … more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 3/2/16

Fire Department Officers Capt. Donny Cardineau, Chief Edward Madden and Lt. Jimmy Ruzicka Jr. with the “key” to the new Ladder 223 firetruck. (Barbra Rubin-Perry/Herald)

I.P. wets down new firetruck

The Island Park Fire Department’s Rescue Hook and Ladder Company No. 1 held a “wet-down” ceremony last Sunday, welcoming the department’s newest addition, a 107-foot aerial ladder truck. … more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 2/3/16

This years Turkey Bowl winners, the Island Park Fire Department.

Island Park 5-2 over Long Beach’s FD

It’s a new tradition, Island Park and Long Beach’s bravest took to the gridiron in a show of strength and speed, at the second annual Turkey Bowl. Gathering at the Long Beach Recreation Center, … more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 12/2/15

One of the two mini vans involved near California Place.

Bad weather makes accidents on Austin

Two accidents snarled traffic in Island Park on July 14. more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 7/14/15

« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 Next »

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.