Head of FDNY Ceremonial Unit retires after nearly 25 years and thousands of events

A man referred to in the FDNY as the ‘keeper of the legacy’ received a special honor on Tuesday.

Lieutenant Joe LaPointe has served the FDNY as the officer in charge of special ceremonies like graduations and funerals for decades.

As he nears retirement, the department that he served has proudly honored him…

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