ANDREW LEIBENGUTH/TIMES NEWS Volunteer firefighters were remembered and recognized during the Tamaqua American Hose Company's 135th anniversary banquet held recently at the Hometown Fire Company. Guest speakers were Schuylkill County Commissioner George Halcovage, State Senator Dave Argall and State Representative Jerry Knowles. Four volunteer firefighters received special appreciations in recognition for their past, present and future dedication to the company. Pictured, from left, are Halcovage, volunteer firefighters Chris Hadesty, Dave Wertman, Jay Hollenbach Jr., Bill Weaver, Argall and Knowles.