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As we all prepare to enjoy this long weekend, we want to wish everyone a safe and happy celebration of this Nation's Independence Day.

A little History of this day from the History Channel:
The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and ... (Full Story & Photos)

It’s hard to fathom the sacrifice those who have died in battle have made. Because of their gift, we get to enjoy freedoms few in other parts of the world have ever known. Let us all remember and honor those who have made this sacrifice for us. Here are just a few quotes that pay just a little honor to the men and women who have laid down their lives:

"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves ... (Full Story & Photos)

Credit for this picture goes to Sam DiTullo on the Beacon Remembered FACEBOOK page for posting this picture of our company from 1951. Back then we'd have been a young, 30 year old department and now this year we celebrate our Centennial! WOW, time has flown and so much has changed. There was no marching in 2020 due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but if all holds steady come watch us march in Saugerties, ... (Full Story & Photos)

https://memorials.riverviewbyhalvey.com/noel-schetter/4581403/index.php?_ga=2.101835394.2067316349.1618118475-1648571015.1618029527... (Full Story)

Open Burning in New York

Help Prevent Pollution and Wildfires

Burn ban in effect from March 16 through May 14.

Open burning of household trash releases dangerous compounds including arsenic, carbon monoxide, benzene, styrene, formaldehyde, lead, hydrogen cyanide and dioxin, among others. Open burning is also the single greatest cause of wildfires in New York.

Report all poachers and polluters ... (Full Story & Photos)

Taking the Oath of the Glenham Fire District : 43-1 Steve Buchman and 43-2 Brian Marron.
Congratulations guys and best of luck to you both! ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Saturday, October 3rd, at approximately 13:40 hours, the Glenham Fire Department (GFD) was dispatched for a Priority 1 medical call for a person who fell approximately 15 feet from a ladder. Upon arrival GFD EMTs found a male on a landing with multiple injuries. Beacon Volunteer Ambulance Corps. (BVAC) and Mobile Life Support Service arrived on the scene and requested the ETA of a medivac. GFD ... (Full Story & Photos)