Mechanicville, NY – The fire chief, the Bashfords, & the Gleesons gathered to watch young Bennett play with his new toys, just a couple of weeks after he was hailed a hero. On Friday, October 25th, a fire broke out at the Gleeson family home in Mechanicville. Bennett spotted the fire and woke up his dad, who banged on the Gleesons’ door and called first responders.