Congratulations to Junior Firefighter Mriam Awad, who was awarded a scholarship from the New Jersey & New York Volunteer Firemen’s Association on Friday, June 6th, in recognition of her dedication to volunteer service and academic excellence. The award was presented at the NJ & NYVFA Annual Convention in Lyndhurst. Pictured, Former Chief George H. Heflich, Sr. accepted the honor on Mriam’s behalf and later presented it to her at Engine 4. A valued member of Washington Hook & Ladder for the past two years, Mriam will be attending Rutgers University – New Brunswick this fall to study Biomedical Engineering. The department is proud of her accomplishments and excited for what’s ahead.