The Village of Deposit Fire Department will receive a $84,788 federal grant to purchase 17 self-contained breathing apparatus units, Rep. Maurice Hinchey, D-Hurley, announced.
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Deposit fire department to get grant
Washington, DC – Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY) today announced an $84,788 federal grant for the Village of Deposit Fire Department. The funds will help the department purchase 17 self-contained breathing apparatus units. The grant is provided through the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program (AFG) and is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency …
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Hinchey Announces Federal Grant for Village of Deposit Fire Department
Facing a huge repair bill, the Kirkwood Fire Department has decided instead to replace its aerial platform truck. The vehicle struck a downed power line, frying its entire computer system along with a network of internal wiring, and melting some cross members in the telescoping support apparatus for the truck’s aerial platform.
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Fire Department To Replace Damaged Truck
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