During a ceremony held May 12, 2022, the American Legion Post 99 recognized Kearny’s Firefighter of the Year Yamil Miranda and Police Officer of the year Sean Kelly. Mayor Alberto G. Santos and Town Council Members Carol Jean Doyle, Albino Cardoso, Marytrine DeCastro, Eileen Eckel, and Gerald Ficeto joined members of the American Legion Post 99 to recognize and honor first responders at its annual Fire and Police Awards Night. Mayor Santos lauded the honorees and expressed his appreciation to the Kearny Fire and Police Departments and to all those in public safety who keep our communities safe and secure.
The Town of Kearny extends its congratulations and best wishes to this year’s American Legion Award recipients for their service and commitment to the community.
(Photos by Barbara Goldberg)