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New WA Governor Backs Tri-City Lawmaker ‘Heroes’ Bill to Help Cops, Firefighters, Others

Gov. Bob Ferguson says he'll help a Tri-City lawmaker's bill reach his desk, paving the way for a new program that would help Washington's police and firefighters buy their first homes.

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What’s Your Gear Setup With Clint Steelman – Longview (TX) Firefighter

Longview, TX Fire Captain Clint Steelman takes us through his gear: What works, what he carries on every call, and why.

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Chandler (AZ) Fire Department Celebrates a Baby Boom: 19 New Additions

The Chandler Fire Department has been experiencing its own version of a "baby boom."

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Longtime Newburyport (MA) Firefighter Retires After 30 Years

After 30 years serving the town as a call firefighter, Mike Reusch took one final ride home in a fire engine Wednesday morning as he…

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MN Firefighters’ Holiday Video Recreates Iconic Film Scenes

The Savage (MN) Fire Department debuted "A Station Story" earlier this month, recreating iconic holiday movie scenes.

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Benton (IL) Council Welcomes Back Fire Station’s Dalmatian

Knox the Dalmatian is returning to the Benton Fire Department after the city council voted in approval the vote Monday, Dec. 23.

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MA Firefighter First in State to Complete Academy in PFAS-Free Gear

A Chelmsford firefighter made history as the first in the state to complete academy training while using PFAS-free structural turnout gear.

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‘Faith in the Firefighters’ – Clear Pond (SC) Fire Department Recognized for Saving Two Lives

Bamberg County Council has recognized the efforts of the Clear Pond Fire Department in saving two lives following a vehicle accident on Nov. 7.

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Shelby (WI) Firefighter Retires After 4 Decades of Service

Bob Wagner has been a fixture at the Shelby Fire Department for 40 years.

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How a Baby Born 18 weeks Early on Highway 99 Was Saved by Sacramento (CA) Firefighters

Saving the baby was made possible by the speed of the paramedics and firefighters who responded to Quijano’s call.

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Sandy Springs (GA) Firefighters and Santa Spread Holiday Cheer at Children’s Hospital

The Sandy Springs Fire Department brought holiday cheer to patients at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Scottish Rite with a surprise visit featuring Santa Claus.

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For 12 Years, Syracuse (NY) Firefighter Is Key Part of Christmas Bureau’s Mission to Provide Gifts to Thousands

Syracuse firefighter David Corbett Jr. was at The Oncenter on Tuesday morning, setting up gifts for families ahead of the Christmas Bureau giveaway, a tradition he has upheld for…

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