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Kearny Deputy Chief Michael Hyde Retires After 27 Years of Service
October 01, 2026 | NEW JERSEY
1RN News Team,
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Michael Hyde, Kearny Fire Department's Deputy Chief, retired on October 1, 2026, concluding a 27-year and seven-month tenure.
The Town of Kearny, Kearny FMBA Local Local 18/218, and the Kearny Fire Department announced Hyde's retirement and offered their congratulations.
Hyde secured the permanent deputy fire chief role in February 2022 after serving as fire captain. After over 27 years serving the Kearny community, his retirement marks the end of an era.
A long career in the fire department ends in retirement, honoring many years of dedicated service to both the agency and its community.
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