Two horses died when a barn and stable caught fire in Monroe Thursday morning. Renters who live on the property in the 13400 block of Chain Lake Road noticed smoke around 1:30 a.m. and called 911. Firefighters arrived to find the building on fire and began fighting the flames. But eventually, the roof collapsed and the building was destroyed.
- PUB DATE: 2/28/2019 8:44:56 AM - SOURCE: KOMO-TV ABC 4 and Radio 1000

VIDEO: The town of Clover discussed a back-up fire protection plan Monday night for families just in case firefighters make good on a threat to walk out. Firefighters said they are angry that the town’s longtime volunteer chief was not chosen to be the first paid fire chief. The Clover town council called a special meeting Monday evening to discuss the concerns about the threats firefighters made to quit.
- PUB DATE: 2/28/2019 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WSOCTV.com

Firefighters in Pawtucket gathered outside of a private fundraiser for Mayor Donald Grebien Tuesday evening, demanding better working conditions and a contract. President of the Rhode Island State Association of Firefighters (RISAFF) Joseph Andriole said the Pawtucket Fire Department has been working without a contract since 2016.
- PUB DATE: 2/28/2019 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WPRI-TV