Dozens of people’s Facebook plans to “storm” Camp Hero on Saturday, August 10, from 5 to 10 p.m. have been shut down by the New York State Department of Parks,... more
New legislation introduced by State Senator Monica Martinez will soon give paid first responders in Suffolk County the option to retire after 25 years of service, an enticement that could help address staffing shortages and boost recruitment of paid EMS workers. Service districts will be able to elect to include certain EMS personnel in the state pension plan. Originally approved in 2023, the plan was able to move forward thanks to a companion bill outlining a clear mechanism for fire districts to opt in. Governor Kathy Hochul’s signing of the new measure now establishes that process. “Serving your community as ...
11 Dec 2024 by Cailin Riley
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Staff Writer on Aug 8, 2019