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The Connecticut Premium Pay Program was created to provide up to $1,000 in bonuses to private sector employees who worked during the COVID-19 pandemic
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A Rialto captain, an FF-medic and an engineer are contesting disciplinary actions taken against them
The Madison Fire Department said it is adapting to a “changing economic and technological landscape since the COVID-19 pandemic”
Mark A. Blake was a Westport EMS supervisor and served with his son and his brother at the Weston Volunteer Fire Department
Stillwater firefighter Randy Blake retired at 44 and underwent a double lung transplant following a battle for his life
Capt. James “Jim” Ellis was a “‘firefighter’s firefighter,’ a devoted family man, and the consummate professional,” said Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Chief Darryl Jones
Approximately 22% of members requested exemptions, the highest proportion among the city’s largest departments; 4% currently on leave
With the data and information available to us today, we have an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge the factors that interfere with our physical and behavioral health
The “Food for Frontline Workers” program made it possible to deliver more than 150,000 meals to frontline workers, including FDNY EMS members
The decision bars St. Paul from enforcing the rule until it is approved as part of a negotiated agreement
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The “Unmasking Our Heroes” exhibit and video share the stress and community support FDNY EMS personnel experienced in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic
