For fire volunteers, and town, real nice clambake

SHARON — The annual Sharon Volunter Fire Department clambake held on Sunday, April 17, brought a taste of the shore to the hills of Sharon. The mixed mouthwatering aroma of fresh steamers, chowder, shaved steak and sausage and peppers enveloped the neighborhood of the firehouse. Attendees feasted heartily on a treasured treat while enjoying good company and a surprisingly warm spring afternoon. Weeks of organizing and days of preparations — which included a crew handwashing 5,400 clams and bagging them by the dozen — made for a truly enjoyable event. The members of the Sharon Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank everyone who helped make this day special.Eugene Aakjar has been a volunteer with the Sharon Fire Department for 19 years, and was secretary of the department for eight years. He is now a lieutenant.