As of April 13th, the South Salem Fire Department officially kicked off the departments 75th year of service. Celebrations began the night prior with the members taking some time to enjoy each others company at the annual inspection dinner, that had a 75th Anniversary twist. Held at the Waccabuc Country Club Carriage House, the departments specially formed 75th Anniversary Committee put much effort into putting on a great dinner for nearly 150 people including department members and guests, neighboring department guests, other county wide emergency service officials, as well as town officials. A focal point of the evening was of course the awards handed out, which were as follows;

Top 5 Responders:
1 - Mike Wetzel
2 - Mike Lombardi
3 - Keith Bauer
4 - Ed Zeller
5 - Steven Creedon

Junior Firefighter of the Year:
Gabe Frolick

Firefighters of the Year:
Nick DeLaurentis and Mike Davison

Inspection winner:
Engine Co. 1 (E167)

The department hopes the community members of the Town of Lewisboro will keep up to date with the celebratory year, especially the annual carnival and parade, as well as other department events. Many thanks to all the effort and help of everyone involved in making it such a special evening. A great night was had by all, as a great beginning to this milestone for the department.