By Elise Talanian
Pelham Fire Chief Michael A. Walker paid tribute to five members of the Pelham
Firefighters’ Association, and to the manager, at the 74th annual Pelham
Firefighters’ Ball, which took place Saturday, Jan. 26, at Harris’ Pelham
Inn.
Firefighter/EMT Jenny Larson was commended for assisting in the development of
the fire inspection and pre-fire planning program. Firefighter/EMT Greg Atwood
was honored for management of the Incident Management Software and information
technology assistance.
Fire inspector John Hodge received his commendation for supervision of rescue
services during the April 2007 ice storm, and office manager Maureen McNamara
was presented a medal of merit for superior performance of duties for 25 years,
development of the office management position, emergency medical service and
firefighting accomplishments.
Firefighter/EMT Bruce Hallowell III was recipient of a letter of appreciation
for revising the department Web site and developing a monthly newsletter.
Music for the event was provided by Good Times DJ George Whitehouse. Nearly 200
were in attendance.