How is this for a very cool honor? FDNY Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro and the Honorary Fire Officer’s Association appointed iHeartMedia New York’s Shelli Sonstein — co-host of Q104.3’s Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show — to the rank of Honorary Battalion Chief for her continued support of the New York City Fire Department. The ceremony took place Monday, May 6, at the New York City Fire Department headquarters.
“Shelli Sonstein is a tremendous advocate for the FDNY, in particular our members battling illnesses related to their brave work during the World Trade Center rescue and recovery effort,” said Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro. “She is extremely active in the September 11 community, educating her listeners and raising awareness about the growing list of fallen heroes in our department.”
After beginning her radio career at the age of 18 on WMMR in Philadelphia, Sonstein has spent the last 40 years working with Jim Kerr on New York City radio. During that time, she’s won a Gracie award for best local radio co-host.
Sonstein became active in the 9/11 community 11 years ago while campaigning for the passage of the Zadroga Act, a law which provides health monitoring and financial aid to the first responders, volunteers, and survivors of the September 11 attacks.
