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Firemen John Fitzpatrick, left, and John O’Brien showed youngsters the equipment they carry to rescue calls.

Firefighters open their doors to the public

The East Meadow Fire Department welcomed the public to its open house held on one of the first chilly fall days this season to remind neighbors that they are the key to fire prevention. more

10/12/12

Fire pit safety tips

The fall season is now upon us. Ask any East Meadow firefighter about nuisance fire calls and among them would be the many smoke investigations from backyard fire pits this time of year. more

By: John J. O’Brien, East Meadow Fire Department | 10/5/12

East Meadow Kiwanis President Mitchell Allen, left, presented a check to Nelson Finkelman to help fund the burn center at Nassau University Medical Center.

East Meadow 'Neighbors in the News'

The East Meadow Fire Department took part in the 6th Battalion Parade and Drill Competition hosted by the Seaford Fire Department last weekend where they picked up numerous awards. more

9/21/12

Legislator Norma Gonsalves, left, Assemblyman Tom McKevitt, second to right, and Councilman Gary Hudes, right, attended the East Meadow ceremony.

East Meadow remembers 9/11

East Meadowites came out to Veterans Memorial Park on Sept. 11 to remember the men and women who died during the attacks on the World Trade Center and while less tears were shed than in years passed, the solemn ceremony reflected on the loss still felt by the community. more

By Shannon Koehle | 9/21/12

Wake Up To Awareness volunteer Kerri Shapiro helped clean cars during the fundraising event at the East Meadow Fire Department.

Time to wake up

The sun was shining brightly on East Meadow as “Wake Up To Awareness,” also known as “Wake Up, East Meadow,” held its first annual car wash at the East Meadow Fire Department on Aug. 19. more

By Shannon Koehle | 8/31/12

Fire damages home on Cleveland Avenue

East Meadow firefighters battled the flames that threatened to destroy a home on Cleveland Avenue last Saturday evening. more

By: John J. O'Brien, Former EMFD Chief | 8/10/12

The East Meadow fire Department and Nassau University Medical Center EMS workers went head to head in an annual softball game held at Eisenhower Park on May 12. This event was an early celebration of National EMS Week, May 20-26.

EMFD trumps NUMC in annual softball game

On a sunny Saturday afternoon the emergency medical services professionals of Nassau University Medical Center and first responders of the East Meadow Fire Department gathered together for their annual softball game to kick off National EMS Week. more

By: John J. O'Brien, East Meadow firefighter | 5/25/12

One room in the home on Green Valley Road was scorched beyond recognition.

Fire erupts at home on Green Valley Road

The East Meadow Fire Department learned a fire had erupted at a home on Green Valley Road in East Meadow on May 12 after receiving an emergency call about “smoke in the basement.” more

By John J. O'Brien, East Meadow Firefighter | 5/17/12

East Meadow volunteers were on hand to share their experiences during Recruit N.Y.

EMFD is looking for volunteers

The East Meadow Fire Department opened its doors during the Second Annual Recruit N.Y. Weekend last month. The statewide effort helps to draw new volunteer members and coincided with National Volunteer Week. more

By Shannon Koehle | 5/3/12

E.M. Fire Department hosts fundraiser for Ray

Ray Pfeifer is a 35-year veteran of the East Meadow Fire Department and is battling cancer. The financial toll continues to weigh heavily upon his family and the department is hosting a fundraiser to help offset these costs. more

3/29/12

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