North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue swore in a class of 22 new firefighters on Monday, which includes four veterans and the third woman in department history.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
“We are grateful and proud of these tremendous men and women who are taking on this incredible challenge for the sake of protecting our residents,” Weehawken Mayor/NHRFR Management Committee Chair Richard Turner said in a statement.
“Their courage, dedication, and selflessness embody the spirit of service that makes our community safer and stronger.”
Founded in 1999, NHRFR services Guttenberg, North Bergen, Union City, Weehawken, and West New York.
“This hiring is another testament to the Mayors of the towns that comprise the North Hudson Regional Fire & Rescue Department, who ensure our Fire Department is adequately
staffed to accomplish our task of protecting their communities,” added NHRFR Chief David Donnarumma.
“The support we receive allows the Regional Fire Department to effectively, efficiently, and safely accomplish our Department’s goals and objectives each and every day.”
In addition to Turner, also in attendance was North Bergen Mayor Nick Sacco, as well as a number of NHRFR board members, administrators, officials, and proud family members of the new firefighters.
The full list of new firefighters are:
Nicholas J. Garcia
Josue J. Gonzales
Pablo D. Cabera
Devereaux M. Blanco
Adrian Escobar
Damien J. Damore
Enes Hoti
Mariah L. McLean
Kenneth Llano
Joshua A. Rivas
Michael J. Gonzalez
Mumin K. Awadeh
Christopher M. Lopez
Anthony Tapia
Damian D. Corredor
Gabriel Hernandez Jr.
Nicola C. Mitarotonda
Ronny Campoverde
Jose A. Ramos III
Joseph M. Rovito
Jonathan A. Sorto
Tanner W. Miick
