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The initiative calls for the suspension of non-emergency activities to focus solely on safety and health training and discussion
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Christopher D’Amico admitted altering a document to show residence in Plainfield, but the alteration showed his correct address
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Seven areas of preparation for transitioning to a paid, cross-trained fire and EMS system
Two chiefs share nine tips they wish they knew before taking the top spot
Assistant Chief Debbie Carpenter shares tools and strategies for firefighters and fire leaders when making and maintaining ethical standards
Inside why one firefighter chose to be a volunteer firefighter, how it connects to his time in the military, and the weight of the work on his psyche
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