Shirley Iwasiuk received congratulations from the West Islip Fire Department on May 14th for being honored for her 50 years of service at the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Association Ladies Auxiliary Installation Dinner.

Over the past 50 years, Iwasiuk's devotion to helping the fire department and the community has had a long-lasting effect, according to officials. The department acknowledged that her efforts serve as an inspiration to individuals across the organization and commended her ongoing enthusiasm for volunteer work.