Watch 2021 Bloomfield Police, Firefighter Awards Ceremony

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Several police officers and firefighters in Bloomfield recently earned awards for “going above and beyond the call of duty.”

During an outdoor awards ceremony last month, special recognition awards were given by the town’s director of public safety and fire chief, along with the other 26 awards for bravery and heroism.

“Our first responders keep Bloomfield families safe every day and during COVID, many of them went above and beyond for our residents,” Mayor Michael Venezia said. “The officers and firefighters that are receiving awards are more than deserving because of the work that they have done this past year.”

Public Safety Director Samuel DeMaio said the event was one of the highlights of the year for both departments.

“I cannot stress enough how important it is to recognize the bravery and heroism of our police officers and fire fighters that is displayed on a daily basis especially during the COVID-19 pandemic,” DeMaio said.

Watch a video of the ceremony below, via WBMATV.

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