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Looks good - fills a need for smaller departments with smaller budgets.
Ronald McLallen, Chief,
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I am very interested in this type of magazine. Most magazines are geared toward the professional and paid fire departments. The small VFD's need a magazine that is geared toward their interest and issues.
Andrew Fraize, Chief,
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You are doing a great for our profession. Keep up the good work.
John Maynard, Firefighter,
Grifton, NC |
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After reading your publication I was amazed at the way the magazine was set up, it really was a pleasure and I read it from cover to cover.
Ted Jones, Chief,
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I personally like it. I think it is a good magazine. Keep it up. Thank you. Also, it is great for the Volunteer Fire Service.
Roland J. Ovellette, Fire Chief,
Passadumkeag, ME |
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Very well down and glad to see a publication centered around the Volunteer Sector. Most are for career people. Thanks for the opportunity for a free subscription.
Gwendolyn Evans,
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Taking Advantage of Federal Tax Breaks for Volunteer Firefighters
~ Courtesy of www.NVFC.org
In December of 2007, Congress passed legislation exempting all property tax benefits and up to $360 per year of other types of compensation that volunteer emergency responders receive as a reward fo ... |
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NVFC Releases New Resources for the Fire Service
~ Courtesy of www.NVFC.org
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released several new resources to help fire and emergency service departments meet the challenges of a broad range of situations, including the tragedy ... |
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Rights and rules when buying used fire apparatus
~ By Edward S. Robson
Purchasing used fire apparatus can mean getting low-mileage, high-quality equipment at excellent prices. Currently, there is a surplus of fire apparatus making the market even more attractive. B ... |
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New Technology May Help Reduce Cooking Fires
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A new cooking technology has been introduced that may help reduce fires caused by unattended cooking.
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Congressman King Reintroduces Volunteer Emergency Services Recruitment and Retention Act
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Congressmen Peter King (R-NY), along with nine original co-sponsors, reintroduced the Volunteer Emergency Services Recruitment and Retention Act (HR 376), a bill that would clarify the treatmen ... |
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Mauser Group
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11 Requirements to Become a Firefighter
~ Sarah Calams, FireRescue1 Associate Editor
Becoming a firefighter is no easy task. It requires hard work, long hours of training, dedication and a sincere desire to help others.
The firefighting career field is very competitive, too ... |
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A Factsheet on Home Fire Prevention
~ U.S. Fire Administration
More than 4,000 Americans die each year in fires and 20,000 are injured. An overwhelming number of fires occur in the home. There are time-tested ways to prevent and survive a fire. It's not a ques ... |
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The Relationship Between Addiction and Emergency Responders
~ Jena Hilliard, AddictionCenter.com
Emergency responders are first on the scene of some of the most dangerous and demanding situations, providing immediate care, support, and medical assistance to survivors in the aftermath of a crim ... |
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Substance Abuse Among Firefighters
~ www.TheRecoveryVillage.com
Firefighters spend their days braving burning buildings, responding to emergencies and saving lives. But between long shifts and traumatic calls, countless firefighters develop conditions like post ... |
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7 Tips On How Firefighters Can Deal With PTSD
~ Stanley Popovich
Do you know a firefighter who struggles with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and don't know how to help them?
If so, here are 7 helpful tips to help the person cope in these kinds of ... |
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How to Prepare Your Bedroom for a Fire Emergency
~ www.Tuck.com
According to Ready.gov, a fire can go from a hazard to life-threatening in a matter of minutes. If a fire starts while you're asleep, you need to get out fast. A full quarter of home fire deaths ... |
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Make Me A Firefighter
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FIND A LOCAL OPPORTUNITY
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Share the Load Program
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SHARE THE LOAD PROGRAM
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Right to Volunteer
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RIGHT TO VOLUNTEER
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First Responder Resilience
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Charlotte Wire & Cable
630 Pitts School Rd NW
Concord, NC 28027
p (704) 792-1403
www.charlottewire.com
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Henson's Mulch & More
105 Ridge Rd.
Tryon, NC 28782
p (828) 859-9091
hensons@hensonsinc.net
www.hensonsinc.net
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Heritage Funeral & Cremation Services
3700 Forest Lawn Drive
Matthews, NC 28104
p (704) 846-3771
www.heritagecares.com
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Walton Technologies LLC
PO Box 59
Monmouth, ME 04259
p (207) 933-6999
waltech@fairpoint.net
www.waltonwatertech.com
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Venom Ink
751 Main St
Sanford, ME 04073
p (207) 206-1828
venomink.com
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Mel's Raspberry Patch
372 Alfred Road
Sanford , ME 04073
p (207) 490-5998
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057520356692
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Domino's
586 Lisbon Street
Libson, ME 04252
p (207) 407-8900
www.facebook.com/DominosPizzaLisbonME586LisbonSt/
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Salemburg Grill
100 S Main St
Salemburg, NC 28385
p (910) 525-3292
www.facebook.com/Salemburg-Restaurant-Grill-344335105603147
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R & S Stump Grinding
2094 White Oak River Rd
Maysville, NC 28555
p (910) 382-6824
randsstumpgrinding.com
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Gorham Flag Center
376 Main Street
Gorham, ME 04038
p 207-839-4675
flaginfo@gorhamflag.com
www.gorhamflag.com
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