For the 18th year, the Chatham Emergency Squad welcomes residents young and old to experience its “Snow Village” exhibit at 31 North Passaic Ave. The impressive display features more than 100 Department 56 model houses, cars and figurines with a working ski lift, ice skating rink and more, set amidst...
Gavin Mayes Gifted Ceremonial Sword
Fifty-eight years ago, a young, newly commissioned Navy Ensign Sam Francis purchased his ceremonial sword and set off for duty on a destroyer. Recently, the long-time Chatham Emergency Squad member presented that sword to another young, just-commissioned ensign, about to leave for duty, and just like Francis, on a destroyer....
It’s a Family Affair: Chatham Family Members Join the Chatham Emergency Squad Family
Recruiting for the Chatham Emergency Squad happens in a variety of ways. Some members join after hearing about the Squad at their church. Some members join after experiencing the Squad's work firsthand. Some members join because they were unable to respond to an emergency and decided they needed to know...
New Jersey Family Whose Son Was Struck By Car Stresses Lifesaving Importance Of Donating Blood
We’ve been telling you about the emergency blood shortage that’s now at a crisis level. CBS2’s Cindy Hsu spoke to a New Jersey family about the lifesaving need to donate. The DiMaggio family has been holding blood drives for several years in honor of Michael, who’s now 18 and a...