Jersey City swore in 12 new firefighters at a City Hall ceremony yesterday, marking the end of a year-long process for the newly graduated recruits.
“The Jersey City Fire Department responded to nearly 20,000 calls for service last year, a clear reminder of the critical role our firefighters play in protecting this city,” Mayor Steven Fulop said in a statement.
“By adding new members to the force, we are not only making our neighborhoods safer but also reaffirming our commitment to providing the best emergency response in New Jersey.”
The latest members of the department are Matthew Bauer, Michael Cervino, Alexander Delesky, Shane Keepers, Daniel Madera, Edwin Mateo, Zachary Maysonet, Melvin Molina, Khyla Nalls-Maryland, Jeremy Van Der Laak, Joshua Vazquez, and Hyomin Yang…