Senator Thompson Honors The Brave Men And Women Of The Buffalo Police And Fire Departments

For Immediate Release
Contact: Heather Zeisz | zeisz@senate.state.ny.us | 716.854.8705

Buffalo, NY – New York State Senator Antoine M. Thompson (D-Parts of Erie & Niagara Counties) will be holding a commemoration for the men and women of the Buffalo Police and Fire Departments on Friday, September 11, 2009 at 65 Court Street in Buffalo at 3:00 pm.

“It is important to honor and recognize the brave men and women that risk their lives every day for our safety,” said Senator Antoine M. Thompson.

The honorees for this ceremony are Police Officer Jose Vega, Police Officer Darrick Ferrell, Police Officer Valerie Stover-Kelly, Detective Lilton Kelley and Police Officer George Fletcher.  The honorees from the Fire Department, Engine 37 are Lt. Michael Lynch, Firefighter Gary Schultz, Fire Fighter David Denz and Fire Fighter Robert Carnevale.

Who:  NYS Senator Antoine M. Thompson, 60th District

What:  Commemoration Ceremony

Where:  Walter J. Mahoney Office Building, 65 Court Street - Buffalo

When:  Friday, September 11, 2009 3:00 PM

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