Canton FD Cadets Go 'Above And Beyond'

CANTON, CT — Two local teens spent part of their Memorial Day weekend beautifying the headquarters of the Town of Canton Fire & EMS Department.

The duo, who are members of the Canton Fire Cadets program, "went above and beyond by constructing a new mulch bed at Station 1," wrote the department.

Cadets Nick Graziano and Vinny Scalzo are budding firefighters/EMTs who spent time over the weekend helping out their department at the 51 River Road facility, which only opened up last year.

"Their hard work not only shows great pride in our department but also adds a fresh, welcoming look to the area around the station sign," wrote the department.

The firefighter cadet program is for teens who just might become volunteer and/or professional firefighters.

It features firefighter and emergency medical technician training, with participants developing leadership skills and learning how to work as a team.

If all goes well, cadets can become full-fledged members of the fire department when they turn 18.

From May 7: 'Canton FD Seeks Teens For Cadet Program'