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A New Furry Friend Joins the Greensboro Fire Department

November 12, 2025

The Greensboro Fire Department recently welcomed a new member to their team, but this one is not a human. It's a puppy! This little furball is not just a pet. It has a big job to do. The puppy will grow up to be a firehouse dog. This is a big deal. It's not every day that a fire department gets a ne

technology

Drones Take Flight in Kelowna's Firefighting Future.

May 30, 2025

Kelowna is taking a big step forward in fighting wildfires. The city's fire department recently got a hands-on look at some cutting-edge drone technology. This isn't just about playing with cool gadgets; it's about saving lives and homes. The tech comes from a local company called FireSwarm Solutio

crime

Fast-Track Fire Scam: A Chief's Shady Dealings Unveiled

January 30, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, ex-FDNY chief Anthony Saccavino has admitted to being involved in a bribery scam. This isn't just a minor incident, but part of a larger scheme where top officials created a quicker "VIP lane" for fire inspections. Saccavino and his accomplice, Brian Cordasco, teamed

politics

Budget Cuts Before Fires: LA's Fire Department Faces Reduced Funds

January 10, 2025

Just seven months before the destructive Palisades Fire swept through Los Angeles, the city slashed more than $17. 5 million from its fire department budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The total budget for the fire department was set at $819. 64 million, down from the previous year's $837. 2 mill