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They’re good people. They’re strong. And they’re heroes. That’s how people in New York describe volunteer firefighters, according to a survey conducted by the … more

3/29/24

Firefighters in the area salute the casket of Honorary Chief Charley Krahm as his family follows behind.

Community mourns revered firefighter Charles Krahm

Charles “Charley” E. Krahm died on February 26, 2024, just weeks away from his 65th birthday. He was laid to rest on March 4, accompanied by honors from family, friends and firefighters … more

By Carolyn T. Stone | 3/15/24

Rockville Centre Police Officer Michelle Tetonic is presented with a citation from U.S. Rep. Anthony D'Esposito in recognition of her exemplary service to the community.

Lots of surprises at the American Legion's Law and Order Night

Firefighters, police officers and EMTs were recognized for their service to the Rockville Centre community during the annual Law and Order Night awards presentation hosted by American Legion Post 303. more

By Daniel Offner | 10/13/23

Kids celebrate Heroes Day at the Rockville Centre Public Library

More than 300 kids and parents were in attendance for Heroes Day at the Rockville Centre Public Library. The annual event gives local kids a chance to learn and experience some of the responsibilities of first responders. more

By Daniel Offner | 8/27/23

Members of the department carry Burel’s casket out of the cathedral, above left, before escorting him to his final resting place in Farmingdale.

Rockville Centre mourns the loss of former Fire Chief Eric G. Burel

Eric G. Burel, a former chief of the Rockville Centre Fire Department, died on July 4 after succumbing to a long illness. He was 59. more

By Daniel Offner | 7/12/23

The funeral for Rockville Centre firefighter Robert ‘Bubba’ Seaman passes by P.C. Richard’s on Sunrise Highway, his former place of work.

RVC community remembers Robert ‘Bubba’ Seaman

Officers and members of the Fire Department joined family members outside the Thomas A. Glynn and Son Funeral Home on March 8 to give Robert 'Bubba' Seaman, a beloved member of the Rockville Centre community, a proper firefighter’s funeral. more

By Daniel Offner | 3/19/23

FDNY Firefighter and Rockville Centre native Stephen J. Geraghty died on Wednesday at the age of 62.

FDNY Firefighter Stephen Geraghty, dead at 62

Stephen J. Geraghty, 62, a retired FDNY Battalion Chief and Rockville Centre native, died on Wednesday, Sept. 21, after a long-fought battle with a World Trade Center-related illness. He is the fourth member of the FDNY to lose his life this week due to the devastating impact of the 9/11 terror attacks. more

By Daniel Offner | 9/22/22

Rockville Centre Firefighters Andrew and Charles Craum help teach Ryan Murray how to operate the hose.

Library honors local heroes

To honor the many first responders who selflessly rush into danger, the Rockville Centre Library invited local firefighters, police, and EMTs to share stories from the line of duty at its annual Heroes Day celebration last Friday. more

By Taylor Nicoli | 8/24/22

Woodmere Fire Department First Assistant Chief Michael Weiss with the protectve masks donated by South Shore residents.

Woodmere firefighters receive protective masks

Through donations from several South Shore residents, including Brian Rathjen of Rockville Centre, the Woodmere Fire Department received several protective masks that were delivered by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a Democrat who represents the Five Towns. more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/27/20

Getting NUMC off life support

The Nassau Interim Finance Authority decided to exempt the Nassau University Medical Center and NuHealth, the public-benefit corporation that runs the East Meadow hospital, from oversight in 2011, at a time when the facility was seemingly thriving. more

2/21/20

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