Town of Tonawanda Paramedics

Memorial Day (May 30) is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2021 will occur on Monday, May 31. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Please take some time to remember those who served in the US military that gave all so that we can continue to enjoy the freedoms of our country.

Congratulations to all the members of Ellwood on your 100 year anniversary. Thank you for everything you do for our community.

In honor of EMS Week, TTPD would like to thank the following three Town of Tonawanda Paramedics for their service: Paramedic Kristian Rutenkroger started in A...ugust 2007. Paramedic Rutenkroger is responsible for overseeing our Controlled Substances. Paramedic Ruddy Rodriquez Barone was hired at the Town in May 2019. Paramedic Rodriquez Barone is a member of the bike team, honor guard, and is also a CPR instructor. Paramedic Chuck Gordon started in September 2019 as a part time paramedic after retiring from his position with the Department of Corrections. Paramedic Gordon is a CPR instructor.

Today we want to thank the following Town of Tonawanda Paramedics in honor of EMS Week: Paramedic Diona Baumgartner started at the Town in July 2009. Parame...dic Baumgartner is a bike medic and serves as our department’s Infection Control Officer. Paramedic Brian Edwards started in July 2017. Paramedic Edwards is on the bike team. He also serves as our department’s CPR Coordinator. Paramedic Jason Rutecki started at the Town in August 2014. Paramedic Rutecki is a tactical medic and member of the bike team.

Today TTPD is highlighting the following Town of Tonawanda Paramedics in honor of EMS Week: Supervisor Mike Baumgartner - Started as a paramedic in January 198...8. Became the Paramedic Supervisor in October 2013. Supervisor Baumgartner was a tactical medic, bike medic, and a member of the Honor Guard. Paramedic Mike Botham - Started in June 2001. Paramedic Botham is a tactical paramedic, bike medic, and a member of the Honor Guard. Paramedic Jacob Latter was hired in May 2019. Paramedic Latter is a bike medic and CPR instructor. Paramedic Jay Napieralski was hired in October 2013. Paramedic Napieralski is a bike medic and CPR instructor. Thank you all for your service!

Free virtual narcan training being offered by Erie County Health Department. Narcan saves lives!

Thank you to the James V. Ryan Paramedic Foundation for donating 2 Zoll AEDs! Tonawanda Paramedic Supervisor Michael Baumgartner dropped them off to St. Amelia School this morning. James V Ryan Paramedic Foundation

Congratulations to Officer Taylor!

Pictures from today's 2nd alarm fire

Town of Tonawanda Paramedics on scene, with assistance of Twin City Ambulance, lending support and firefighter rehab for 2nd Alarm Fire, 114 and 116 Westgate Road. UPDATE: Fire companies, Kenmore, Ellwood, Kenilworth, River Road, Sheridan Park and Brighton responded from the Village of Kenmore and The Town of Tonawanda. Thanks to Grand Island, City of Tonawanda, Eggertsville and Ellicott Creek fire departments for their mutual aid response. No injuries were reported.

Today marks 45 years since the inception of the paramedic unit. Thanks to all for your support.

We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of retired Detective Lieutenant James Carney , who retired in 2003. Jim became a police officer in 1980 after serving the Town of Tonawanda for six years as a member of the Paramedic unit. He was one of the original 12 paramedics who received their training in 1974. That is believed to have been one of the original paramedic classes in New York State. Jim also was one of the original (or plank holders) members of the Town of Tonawanda police ERT team. May he rest in peace.

It is with great sadness that the Town of Tonawanda Police Department announced the passing of Retired K9 "Tank." He will be missed greatly.

The men and women of the Town of Tonawanda Police Club would like to thank the heroes of the City of Tonawanda Police Department for making Western New York saf...er. Our thoughts, prayers, and support go to our brothers in blue, a detective who was shot and a lieutenant who suffered a broken wrist while protecting the community and apprehending a violent criminal. We also think of and thank the entire department and their families. See more

Dedication to the memory of our fallen soldiers. Thanks, Scott!

We hope that everyone's Memorial Day Weekend was a safe one. Summer is here. Stay safe, stay healthy.

This week is the 46th annual National EMS Week! From May 17th - May 23rd we will honor and celebrate the EMS professionals who play a vital role in the healt...h and well-being of the people in their communities. They are on the frontline for the response to the COVID-19 crisis, making this year’s EMS Week particularly meaningful. Our department is very fortunate to work along side the Town of Tonawanda Paramedics. They have been providing medical care to the residents of the Town of Tonawanda and Kenmore since 1975! Thank you to the TOT Paramedics and to all the EMS professionals out there for all that you do! Town of Tonawanda Paramedics Ken-Ton Bee Newspaper News 4 WIVB Buffalo The Buffalo News WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo 7 Eyewitness News WKBW

EMS Week 2020 - May 17th-23rd