The Hammonton Fire Department held its annual Installation of Officers and Member Recognition Dinner on Saturday, January 10. The event commemorated the formal installation of newly elected operational and administrative leaders, as well as an occasion to celebrate members of both fire companies for their years of service and ongoing commitment to the department and community.

Ronald Mascola of Fire Company 1 was honored for his 40 years of service, Joseph Maimone was awarded Firefighter of the Year, and Mickey Pullia got the President's Award. Fire Company 2 recognized Domenick Digiovannangelo for 25 years of service and Joseph Caruso Jr. for 40 years of service. Daniel Aguina was awarded Firefighter of the Year, while Thomas A. Brown earned the President's Award.