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Captain of Department Raymond Baker Jr., August 29
When fire, medical, storm-related, and other emergency calls in the Golden’s Bridge Fire District are dispatched from the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services, Golden’s Bridge Firefighters are first on the scene. Now, an Albany state legislator is answering the call of Golden’s Bridge Fire Department personnel in their time of need.
Officials of the Golden’s Bridge Fire District and Golden’s Bridge Fire Department welcomed New York State Sen. Peter Harckham when he visited the firehouse to announce a $100,000 state grant for new radio communications equipment purchased by the District, a purchase necessitated because new radio frequencies have been implemented by the dispatch center of the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services. Displaying some of the new radios in this photo are (l.-r.) Firefighter Elias Scharfenberg, Fire Chief Albert Melillo, Chairman of the Board of Fire Commissioners Edward Brancati, Fire Commissioner and ex-Chief Robert Melillo, Sen. Peter Harckham, Captain Raymond Baker Jr., and Fire Commissioner Robert Kelly.
Captain of Department Raymond Baker Jr., August 18
The Golden’s Bridge Fire Department Marine 25 Unit recently conducted water rescue training exercises on a local waterway as part of its ongoing commitment to maintaining a high level of preparedness for emergencies on and around the Muscoot Reservoir system and the many ponds and lakes in the fire district. Marine 25 personnel and supporting shoreline crews participate in year-round drills geared ... (Full Story & Photos)
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” Suozzi an Ex-Chief and Ex-Commissioner of the department. Joe joined the department in 1968. Serving as Chief from 1983 to 1984. Serving as the 40th Chief of the Golden's Bridge Fire Department.
Joseph “Joe” Suozzi, 83 of Indian Shores, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 14 surrounded by his loving family.
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of George H. Roberts a life member of the department. George joined the department in 1969. Serving as Lieutenant from 1978 to 1980. He archived 25 year life membership in 1994.
George H. Roberts, age 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, died peacefully on July 12th.
Born on January 26th, 1936, in New York, NY to Phoebe (Frank) ... (Full Story & Photos)
Golden's Bridge Fire Department Issues Important Safety Alert to Community
On the heels of the July 4 rain and wind storm that ripped through the town and left downed power lines and tree limbs in its wake, the Golden's Bridge Fire Department today cautioned residents to avoid walking, jogging or biking near electrical wires that are dangling from above or laying across local ... (Full Story)
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