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In a new Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps video, Emmy winner Joe Pantoliano recalls being hit by a car, praising the crew’s rapid response and care
In addition to longer transports, rural EMS sees a 40% rate of severe emergencies, according to an analysis of 69 million calls by the American College of Surgeons
A 6-year study by the American College of Surgeons found nearly 42% of fatally injured drivers in Montgomery County had blood levels far exceeding state impairment limits, suggesting recent cannabis use before crashes

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Officials are working to determine the cause and impact of the incident on systems
West County Paramedic Association added its first new rig in over a decade, boosting morale
The Lower Merion Police Department also removed application fees and added a $5,000 hiring bonus
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez said Mayor Karen Bass’ ousting of Fire Chief Kristin Crowley is a move to deflect criticism of Bass’ handling of wildfires
The NLERS Online Learning Platform offers self-paced training and live discussions to help law enforcement prevent officer-involved collisions and struck-by incidents
States like Georgia and Florida are increasing spending on security and staffing, while California and Pennsylvania look to cut costs
Tucson voters will decide in March if a half-cent rise for 10 years will provide more firefighters and police officers
Grant awardees are reportedly unable to conduct drawdowns from already approved grant fund accounts
“CONGESTION PRICING IS DEAD. Manhattan, and all of New York, is SAVED.” Trump wrote on Truth Social
Town of Ulster officials are allowing a property tax reduction to first responders who live in a district other than the one they serve