A swearing in ceremony was held by Chief Kenneth Scandariato Wednesday, August 11, 2010, at Norwich Fire Headquarters.  Fire Lieutenant Scott Merchant was promoted to Fire Captain and Firefighter Nathan Kannas was promoted to Fire Lieutenant.  Captain Merchant has been a Norwich firefighter for 12 years and Lieutenant Kannas for 9 years.  Family, friends, fellow Norwich Firefighters, and city leaders attended the gathering.  Captain Merchant will be assigned to Platoon 1 and Lieutenant Kannas to Platoon 4.  Good luck to both in their continued service to the department.