Guardian Engine Company 2 of the Jericho Fire Department would like to recognize and congratulate the following individuals for their commitment to serving the Jericho Community.

David Cole

1 Year

Joe Richardson

25 Years

Jeff Johneas

1 Year

Rob Johneas

6 Years

WonWoo Lee

1 Year

Joe Grillo, Sr. - Ex-Chief

45 Years

Nick Liecht

2 Years

Anthony Bracco

5 Years

Dan Mensing

2 Years

Andrew Knecht

4 Years

Evan Pi

2 Years

Jericho Residents volunteer to join Guardian Engine Company 2 of the Jericho Fire Department. Willing to make the ultimate sacrifice are the following individuals whom we would like to thank for joining Guardian Engine Company 2 of the Jericho Fire Department. Welcome Joe Sloboda, Jr., Joe Sanchez, John Grempel, and Jacob Shimon. For information on becoming a member e-mail join@guardianenginecompany2.com or call 931-3546, ext. 219 Guardian Engine Company 2 of the Jericho Fire Department will be hosting a Comedy Night, a fund raising event, at the new Jericho Fire House, Station #1, on Saturday, Oct. 2t. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cocktail Hour, Dinner and Show included. Admission - $40/tix. Show features: Seasoned veteran's from Comedy Central, Peter Bailes, Patty Rosborough, and Steve Lazarus. For tickets contact Fred Dobler, Sr. (646) 773-1580.

With witches, goblins, and super-heroes descending on neighborhoods across America, Guardian Engine Company 2 of the Jericho Fire Department offers parents some safety tips to help prepare their children for a safe and enjoyable trick-or-treat holiday. Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment, and following some common sense practices can keep events safer and more fun.

• Walk, slither, and sneak on sidewalks, not in the street.

• Look both ways before crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.

• Cross the street only at corners.

• Don't hide or cross the street between parked cars.

• Wear light-colored or reflective-type clothing so you are more visible. (And remember to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)

• Plan your route and share it with your family. If possible, have an adult go with you.

• Carry a flashlight to light your way.

• Keep away from open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flammable.)

• Visit homes that have the porch light on.

• Accept your treats at the door and never go into a stranger's house.

• Use face paint rather than masks or things that will cover your eyes.

• Be cautious of animals and strangers.

• Have a grown-up inspect your treats before eating. And don't eat candy if the package is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard for young children.

Change the batteries in your smoke detectors!