Crime & Safety
Meet Your First Responder: George Chernetz
Chernetz responded to 298 medical emergencies in 2010.

Meet George Chernetz, who responded to a remarkable 298 medical emergencies in 2010. Tri-Boro First Aid Squad’s crews and ambulances on duty 24/7, servicing Bloomingdale, Butler, and Kinnelon, handled 1,538 calls last year. This means that George participated in almost 20 percent of them. George was also cited as having been part of a and Tri-Boro CPR save in 2010. There’s a friendly competition among Tri-Boro members to see who can make the most calls each year. Those making the Top 10 list in 2010 and the towns they live in are:
If you are interested in joining the Tri-Boro First Aid Squad, which serves Butler, Bloomingdale and Kinnelon, as a volunteer, call 973-650 3916.
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