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Volunteer firefighters prepared a tree for transport. Those interested can stop by the company’s firehouse on Brooklyn Avenue to pick one up.

Continuing a tradition now in its third year, the Valley Stream Fire Department Engine Company No. 2 is currently holding its annual Christmas tree and wreath sale, and residents can stop by the … more

By Peter Belfiore | 12/17/20

Nick Bove, above left, has volunteered for the Malverne Fire Department for the past two years, and has worked with his father, Guy.

Malverne firefighter, Eagle Scout begins training with Marines

Protecting others has become a passion for Malvernite Nick Bove. Having served with the Nassau County Police Explorers, Boy Scout Troop 24 and, most recently, the Malverne Fire Department, Bove … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/26/20

VSFD member reflects on volunteering amid a pandemic

When an emergency strikes, two questions flash through the mind of Michael Seltzer, a lieutenant in the Valley Stream Fire Department: Where’s the call, and what type of call is it?“When … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 5/13/20

On April 9, Mayor Ed Fare, far right, swore in Eugene O’Brien II, center, as the Valley Stream Fire Department’s new chief, Patrick Scanlon, second from left, as first assistant chief and Anthony Capone as second assistant chief.

Fire Department swears in chiefs

With the coronavirus pandemic still raging, the Valley Stream Volunteer Fire Department held a private swearing-in ceremony April 9 to welcome a new chief and his assistants.About a dozen members … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 4/15/20

Mike Field, a longtime Valley Stream Fire Department EMT, died on Wednesday due to complications from the coronavirus. He was 59

Mike Field, longtime VSFD EMT, 9/11 first responder dies of coronavirus

Mike Field, a Valley Stream native, EMT who was a first responder during the Sept. 11 2001 terrorist attacks and former captain for the Valley Stream Fire Department, died on Wednesday at Mount Sinai … more

By Peter Belfiore | 4/9/20

A Valley Stream Fire Department EMT. The department is taking steps to protect its members amid the coronavirus pandemic.

VSFD moves to protect members as supply crunch looms

As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, the Valley Stream Fire Department is taking steps to ensure it can continue to operate during a time when the disease threatens to overwhelm … more

By Peter Belfiore | 3/24/20

VSFD moves to protect members as supply crunch looms

As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, the Valley Stream Fire Department is taking steps to ensure it can continue to operate during a time when the disease threatens to overwhelm … more

By Peter Belfiore | 3/24/20

Mary DiCapua is the Valley Stream Fire Department’s first dedicated EMT volunteer. The department is seeking more people with her level of expertise, who are looking to serve their community but do not have an interest in firefighting, for its new EMS-only squad.

Village F.D. launches first EMS-only volunteer squad

About a year ago, Valley Streamer Mary DiCapua realized she was a people person. Working at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, DiCapua, who earned a degree in photography from the Fashion Institute … more

By Peter Belfiore | 3/5/20

Firefighters Sean McBride, left, and Ronny Mastrangelo readied a tree for delivery.

Tree sale is a big success

For the second year, Valley Stream Fire Department Engine Company No. 2, held its Christmas tree sale to help raise funds for company projects, and once again it has proved a great success. All told, … more

By Nicole Alcindor and Peter Belfiore | 12/21/19

Valley Stream firefighters outside Holy Name of Mary Church on Sunday as they commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Temple Gates of Zion fire, which claimed the lives of two of their own, Michael Moran and John Tate Jr.

V.S. Fire Department commemorates 40th anniversary of the temple fire tragedy

Sunday was a day of remembrance for the Valley Stream Fire Department, as its members commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Temple Gates of Zion synagogue fire, which claimed the lives of two of … more

By Nicole Alcindor and Peter Belfiore | 11/29/19