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What: |
A special dedication of the Honoring First Responders Stamp |
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Who: |
The US Postal Service |
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When: |
September 18, 2018 10 a.m. |
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Where: |
Brookhaven Town Hall |
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Background: |
In the coming days, the Postal Service will issue a new forever postage stamp that recognizes the men and women —including firefighters, law enforcement officers and emergency medical service professionals — who respond to critical situations with skill, dedication and uncommon bravery. We are honoring Long Island First Responders at this event. The digital illustration on this stamp is a symbolic scene that shows three first responders as they race into action. First is a firefighter carrying an axe, second is an Emergency Medical Service (EMS) worker with an emergency bag, and third is a law-enforcement officer shining a flashlight. The dark background and signs of smoke around the figures suggest the wide range of situations that demand the immediate attention of a first responder. This is a commemorative stamp which will be sold at the ordinary first class postage rate. The event is free and open to the public. First Responders are all invited. |
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