Madison Elementary Kindergarteners Learn About Firetrucks
Firefighters visited Madison Elementary School kindergarteners as part of the “cruise-in” event series on Thursday, Oct. 3.
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Local First Responders Teach Teambuilding At Camp Hero
Camp Hero’s ‘firefighter day’ returned for the sixth year in a row as an opportunity for elementary school children to learn about teamwork, safety and first responders skills on Wednesday, July 31.
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Turkey Creek Fire Department Depends On Full And Volunteer Firefighters
SYRACUSE—For years it was the Syracuse Fire Department, operating with two separate budgets; one from the town and one with the township. Even the tax rate for those they served were different. There were three full-time firefighters and more than 25 volunteers responding to calls. In 2009, the department became Turkey Creek Fire Department, operating under one budget and governed by a fire territory board comprising of representatives from the town and township.
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Firefighters Barbecue Fundraiser July 2
SYRACUSE — The annual Turkey Creek firefighters barbecue usually consists of a four-hour flurry of dishing out pork chops, chicken halves and corn on the cob to a hungry — and supportive — Syracuse area community. But the preparation for the fundraiser, which begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, … Read More
True Grit: Firefighters Challenge
NORTH WEBSTER — Firefighters from several area departments will exhibit their strength, agility and stamina during the Firefighters Challenge event Thursday, June 23, at the Mermaid Festival in North Webster. The individual competitors will commence vying for cash prizes at 7:30 p.m. “rain or shine,” according to Kevin … Read More
Firefighters Dive Into Icy Water To Save Dog
CLINTON, UTAH — Firefighters in Utah got a special thank you from a dog they rescued after it fell through the ice on a frozen pond.
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Winona Lake Firemen Fight For Good Cause
WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake Fire Department boasts more than just heroes against fires. Firefighters with the volunteer department are also fighting to support those with muscular dystrophy through support of the Fort Wayne Muscular Dystrophy Association. For over 30 years, firefighters with the Winona Lake Volunteer … Read More
Plymouth Community Holds Firefighter Memorial
On July 31, 1982 the Plymouth community lost five firefighters due to a tragic accident on SR 17. Most of us can remember exactly what we were doing on that day and the days to follow. Unfortunately, many new members to the community and most of those younger … Read More