Firefighters are responsible for aiding the public in times of need. But even the most skilled ones have to start somewhere. Over the weekend the Pullman Fire Department held its graduation for their latest recruit class. Eight members of the academy were pinned making them eligible to become full time firefighters.
- PUB DATE: 5/24/2016 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: klew-tv

Firefighters are responsible for aiding the public in times of need. But even the most skilled ones have to start somewhere. Over the weekend the Pullman Fire Department held its graduation for their latest recruit class. Eight members of the academy were pinned making them eligible to become full time firefighters.
- PUB DATE: 5/24/2016 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: klew-tv

The first paid Kent Fire Department chief has died, the Kent Regional Fire Authority announced Monday. Tom Foster, 85, held badge No. KF0001, and was chief from 1965 to 1981. Before his hiring, the post was a volunteer position. He started as a volunteer firefighter in 1950 in the Panther Lake area and in 1952 was hired by the Seattle Fire Department, where he worked until leaving for Kent.
- PUB DATE: 5/23/2016 10:39:13 PM - SOURCE: Vancouver Columbian

The first paid Kent Fire Department chief has died, the Kent Regional Fire Authority announced Monday. Tom Foster, 85, held badge No. KF0001, and was chief from 1965 to 1981. Before his hiring, the post was a volunteer position. He started as a volunteer firefighter in 1950 in the Panther Lake area and in 1952 was hired by the Seattle Fire Department, where he worked until leaving for Kent.
- PUB DATE: 5/23/2016 10:39:13 PM - SOURCE: Vancouver Columbian

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