Derry Fire Swears In 10 New Firefighters, Promotes Several Others

Salem NH

30 August, 2021

8:43 AM

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DERRY, NH — The Derry Fire Department annual recognition ceremony was held on Friday to recognize the accomplishments of 28 members of the department during the last year. Ten people from the department were honored for their service and dedication to the town of Derry. Presentations were made to recognize several of the members' accomplishments and to thank them for their service. Retirements:Executive Secretary Jayne GannonBattalion Chief Jack WebCaptain Bruno SoucyLieutenant Richard FisherLieutenant Michael StanhopeLieutenant Matthew EvansFF John McCaughertyFF James MoranFF Keith MunroeFF Eastman Wedge Several members of the department were promoted to positions including Battalion Chief, Captain, and Lieutenant. Promotions:Battalion Chief Robert AtwaterCaptain Michael LaValleyLieutenant Todd DonovanLieutenant James KerstenLieutenant Alan DaviaultLieutenant Robert Degroot Two members were recognized new assignments which opened due to the retirements and promotions. New Assignments:David Eastman – Director of Fire PreventionMichael Garone – Fire Inspector Ten were sworn in as new Derry firefighters, several coming with experience from other departments. Family and friends pinned their new badges on them acknowledging their new jobs with Derry Fire. New Firefighters:FF Patrick GlennonFF Sean HallFF Yari McKeonFF Scott NewnanFF Joseph ParisiFF Andrew RealeFF Tyler WhiteFF Brandon WrightFF Ethan MajorFF Jeffrey Bell Complete photo gallery of the event can be found by CLICKING HERE ©Jeffrey Hastings www.frameofmindphoto.com/news