An ex-captain of the Mineola Fire Department was among those honored by the Town of Hempstead at the Firematic Awards Thursday night.
Ex-Captain Joseph Tartaglia, Jr. received this honor.
“Tonight, I am proud to stand among a group of Hempstead Town’s bravest as we salute the courageous and caring individuals who volunteer their time and efforts to protect our communities,” Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray said. “No matter the time of day, or the conditions presented to them, these brave men and women are at the ready, even at the most harrowing moments, to care for their fellow citizens.”
