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Though Floodlight Rescue Company No. 1 is an independent company, it operates out of the Rockville Centre Fire Department’s headquarters on North Centre Avenue.

Former paramedic alleges Rockville Centre fire company tried to oust her after she sought financial records

Former Rockville Centre Fire Department paramedic Donna Hitscherich filed a complaint with the New York State Division of Human Rights earlier this year, alleging that she was retaliated against … more

By Zach Gottehrer-Cohen and Matthew D’Onofrio | 5/24/18

Members of Floodlight Rescue Co. 1 with the new ambulance.

New Rockville Centre Fire Department ambulance gets official wetdown

On March 3, Floodlight Rescue Co. 1 of the Rockville Centre Fire Department celebrated its newest ambulance with a traditional “wetdown” ceremony. The new ambulance went into service just over … more

3/13/13

Kim Martino, left, the first female RVCFD captain, at the swearing in of new officers on April 20. She was with her father, Billy Lapkowski, and her husband, Joe Martino.

A new first for the RVCFD

Kim Martino has a long family history in the Rockville Centre Fire Department. Her father, Billy Lapkowski, has been a member for over 40 years. She has many uncles, including former village Mayor Gene Murray, who were chiefs of the department. Her husband, Joe, joined up after the two of them married and moved to Rockville Centre. And her sister, Eileen DeBono, is also a member. So it is really no surprise that Martino herself joined the RVCFD, and has been a member for nearly nine years. As she said, it’s in her blood. more

Alex Costello | 5/12/10

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