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Peoria Firefighters Train for High-Rise Challenges

The shout was for more hose as Capt. Mike Wittenmeier pushed down the smoke-filled hallway. It was hot and humid, with only a few feet of visibility. Smoke filled the hallway, and Wittenmeier wasn’t pleased with the slow progress. “Come …

Maine Fire Service Institute to Get Almost $435,000 Federal Grant

The federal government is giving nearly $435,000 to the Maine Fire Service Institute to purchase a live-fire training trailer. The institute is based out of Southern Maine Community College and will receive $434,783 through the federal Assistant to Firefighters Grant …