EMFD swears in chiefs

Robert Salvesen Jr. becomes 65th chief of department

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The East Meadow Fire Department installed Robert Salvesen Jr. as its 65th chief of department last Saturday, in a formal ceremony at department headquarters on East Meadow Avenue.

James Kane was sworn in as first assistant chief, John McGee as second assistant, and Joseph Lennon as third assistant.

Salvesen replaced outgoing chief Walter Griffin Jr.

The remainder of the department’s officers was sworn in at the ceremony. For a full list, visit http://bit.ly/1g4CDL7.

The ceremony was led by Commissioner Michael Finkelman.