New EMS Members at Richmondville Volunteer Emergency Squad

By Elizabeth Barr

RICHMONDVILLE — RVES welcomed two new members on August 12th. Their skills and talents will be a great addition to the team. Please welcome Fern Quezada – an EMT and Chris Lent a driver. They will make a significant impact to the team.

There are many events going on at the squad this month. Little Deb’s Ice Cream, 1524 State Route 7 in Warnerville is having a Cruise for a Cause to benefit RVES ambulance squad on 8/21 from 6 – 8 pm. All donations will get you entered to win prizes. There will be a chicken/ribs BBQ on 8/23 from 1 pm till gone at 388 Main Street, Richmondville. The pancake breakfast is scheduled for 9/14 from 9 am till 1 pm at the Ambulance Squad. The menu will be pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon and home fries. Donations will be greatly appreciated.

Come see RVES members at the squad’s booth at the Schoharie County Cruisins & Car Shows 9/11 Tribute Vehicle and Bike Show on Friday September 12th at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds. There will be a line up of vehicles and first responders, veterans and live music. Military displays and music, food and vendors will also be there. Admission is FREE and will be family friendly. Talk to one of the RVES members at the booth if you are interested in joining our team.

CPR training is available at the squad on 9/7 from 2 – 5 pm. Monthly meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm. Richmondville Volunteer Emergency Squad is located at 388 Main Street, Richmondville. Email richmondvillevolunteer@gmail.com