He's a police officer and fire captain, but most importantly, he's a hero to those both in and out of his community.

Credit - Steve Martin via Facebook
Credit - Steve Martin via Facebook
loading...

Meet Steve Martin

No, he's not the actor or the comedian, but he is certainly a hero here in Central New York. Steve is a Police Officer for the Town of Frankfort Police Department, Captain for Frankfort's Volunteer Fire Department, and an EMT.

Not only does he work every day to protect his community, both as his job and volunteering, but there have been multiple times where Steve has gone above and beyond in the line of duty.

Credit - John Stephens via Facebook
Credit - John Stephens via Facebook
loading...

Recently, Steve answered a call for a structure fire within the village. Upon arrival, he got the residents out of the home outside. Steve then used a garden hose to put out the fire before the fire department arrived, saving the home from total destruction.

That's not all. About three weeks ago Steve took his family to Golden Corral in Syracuse. His wife noticed a commotion from across the restaurant, so Steve went to check it out. There he found a young child choking and in distress.

Canva Pro
Canva Pro
loading...

Steve acted quickly, taking the child from the father and dislodging the food from the kid's throat. Golden Corral gave Steve and his family a free dinner on their next visit as a way of thanking him for his efforts.

Steve always goes above and beyond in his duties as a public servant, and it's for that reason, I feel he should be honored.

Thank you Steve for being a leader in and out of your community. Your quick actions have saved so many people and we are incredibly grateful for all that you do.

bigguysphotobooth.com
bigguysphotobooth.com
loading...

Nominate a First Responder

Do you know a first responder that deserves to be recognized? Tell us about someone who should be honored in Central New York - a firefighter, police officer, EMT, forest ranger, paramedic, DEC officer, military, rescuer, front-line worker, or any other person first on the scene.

Include their name, a picture, and why they should be recognized during 'First Responder Friday." We'll honor one first responder every Friday and as a way to say thank you, we'll give them a Bundt cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes.

CNY Veteran Battling Stage Four Cancer Gets Recognized During Yankees Spring Training

Joe Maneen is Central New York Veteran fighting an aggressive form of Stage 4 cancer. Take a walk through Joe's day as he gets honored by the New York Yankees down in Tampa during Spring Training.

Gallery Credit: Carl

Watch the Progress! Utica Zoo Building New Visitor Welcome Center

The Utica Zoo has been working hard to build their new Visitor Welcome Center. Take a look at the monthly progress updates the zoo has been posting since June.

Gallery Credit: Carl

16 Ways to Celebrate "National Chocolate Day" in Upstate New York (Chocolate Wine??)

Although October 28th is the official National Chocolate Day in America, lets face it. Every day is national chocolate day for most of us! Right?

Here are 16 ways to celebrate this delicious holiday in Upstate New York. Chocolate wine! Chocolate covered potato chips! Chocolate pizza! And so many more to explore!

Inside Farmstead 1868 & Lavender Fields

Take a tour of Farmstead 1868 in Fenner, New York where lavender fills the fields.

Gallery Credit: Credit - Polly McAdams

Wow! Look At This! "A Star is Born" 29 Celebs Who Were Born in Upstate New York

There is a whole lot of star power on display in this gallery. We feature 29 celebrities who were born in Upstate New York. Many of the names are instantly familiar, such as Lucille Ball and Kirk Douglas, but it is the lesser known stars that are the most fun.

You will recognize most of these people by their faces rather than by their names. Still, no matter how small the role they played in a film or TV show, these actors left an indelible mark wherever and when ever they appeared on screen.

I mean, seriously, who can ever forget Buffalo-born actor Sorrell Booke? Name ring a bell? No? How about his character "Boss Hogg" on the hit TV show "The Dukes of Hazzard?" Now I am sure you remember him!

This list totals 29 celebrities, but we have a feeling that we are missing some. So, if you know a TV or movie star that was born in New York outside of New York City, please let us know over on our Facebook page! We really do want to hear from you!

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

More From Big Frog 104