Embarking on a career as a firefighter opens doors to a realm of opportunities and rewards that stretch far beyond the conventional. Although the firefighting profession is commonly associated with ...

The path to becoming a firefighter involves a rigorous selection process designed to identify candidates with the right combination of cognitive abilities, physical capabilities, and character ...

A chance encounter at a local bar with some firefighters inspired Corey Condren to quit pursuing a graduate degree in photojournalism and instead take a leap of faith onto a lucrative career path that ...

When Anita Arnum was hired in 1987 as a firefighter in Boxborough, she became just the second woman in the department. She recalled having to deal with some hazing, and that it felt like she had to ...

THE AGREEMENT. FIREFIGHTERS IN LAKE COUNTY COULD GET BIGGER PAYCHECKS IF THE COUNTY COMMISSION RATIFIES CHANGES TO THEIR CONTRACT. THE COUNTY’S PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR AND THE UNION PRESIDENT TOLD WESH ...

Three members of the Marion Fire Department (from left) — Firefighter Zach Brunscheen, Lt. Jeff Madland and Lt. Zach Bruce — recently were designated as credential fire officers by the Center for ...

Fire officials across the state are raising concerns about fewer applicants and volunteers joining the ranks of fire departments amid long-term financial concerns and health risks of the profession.