NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — Firefighters across Massachusetts were recognized Monday for their acts of heroism and service. Two New Bedford firefighters were among the 100 who were honored at the 35th Annual Firefighter of the Year Award Ceremony at Mechanics Hall in Worcester. Acting Lt. Brandon Medeiros and firefighter Steven Holzer are being hailed heroes after they saved a man with disabilities from a burning building last year. RELATED: New Bedford fire sparked by illicit recreational marijuana grow operation The fire department said Medeiros and Holzer were among the first to respond to a house fire on Welcome Street last November. As flames and smoke shot out of the third story, they saw a man trying to escape from the rear stairwell. Fire officials said the men immediately ran over and carried him to safety. Once he was in the hands of the paramedics, Medeiros and Holzer went back into the building to help extinguish the flames. The man they saved was taken to the hospital where he recovered and was released. Firefighters from Dartmouth, Attleboro and North Attleboro were also recognized at the ceremony. WATCH: Four Bristol County fire departments received group citations for meritorious conduct at the 35th annual Firefighter of the Year ceremony. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW