3.13.2026 FRFD Promotion and Swearing-In Ceremony

The Fall River Fire Department held a promotion and swearing-in ceremony on the sixth floor of Government Center. Deputy Chief Ron Civney opened the ceremony, highlighting the significance of the badges for new firefighters and the promotion of Michael Lavoy to Lieutenant. Chaplain Michael Rine offered an opening prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Coogan and Fire Chief Jeff Bacon delivered remarks, commending the department's work, welcoming the new recruits, and emphasizing the importance of teamwork, community involvement, and character. Fire Chief Bacon noted that 7 of the 11 new recruits were hired through the local register, a new process, and mentioned their unique "hybrid one" training plaque.

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