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Memorials And Sunday Services Held In Honor Of Boston Marathon Bombing Victims

Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department To Collect Donations For Boston Victims

The Worcester Volunteer Fire Department has announced that it will be accepting donation for Boston bombing victims during their 13th annual 5k run.

2013/04/21

Camden County 911 System Receives Major Upgrade

You might not hear the difference on the phone, but 9-1-1 in Camden County has gotten a major upgrade.

2013/03/24

First Responders Still Haunted By Death Of Toddler With Drain Cleaner

The victim’s family testified on the impact of the loss at the hands of the 36-year-old neighbor and family friend, but the judge also heard from first responders who are still affected.

2013/01/12

New Law Includes Legislation Sparked By Bucks County First Responder

President Obama has signed into law a defense spending bill that includes legislation that was sparked by the untimely death of a first responder in Bucks County.

2013/01/05

Museum Of Art Offers Free Admission To First Responders

In honor of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s newest exhibit, they’re offering free admission to first responders and their families for the next week.

2012/09/22

‘Chemical Suicides’ Also a Hazmat Danger For Responders

Delaware County authorities recently dealt with one such case in which the suicide victim even set up warning signs around a tent where he inhaled the hydrogen sulfide gas he had released inside of it.

2012/07/18

Philadelphia Firefighters Get Advice In Avoiding An Occupational Hazard: Suicide

Members of the Philadelphia Fire Department are getting an opportunity this week to attend a seminar about avoiding the danger of suicide among first responders.

2011/12/13