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The Apple Springs Volunteer Fire Department received a $200,000 grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service that was used to purchase a large brush truck with an 800-gallon water capacity. The truck has a 10-gallon foam tank, as well as a remote control for the front bumper monitor, scene lighting and seating for five firefighters. The truck was put to work right away and has been used in several calls already, according to a press release.

abc11.com

Wake County leaders and EMS officials cut the ribbon on the county's newest EMS station on Wendell Boulevard on Wednesday.

Hometownsource

It's a moment of celebration, both for town pride and town safety-Hamburg can celebrate its first new fire engine in a quarter-century. "Our 1993, it was always our plan to replace that after 25 years," Hamburg Fire Chief Justin Buckentin said, reflecting on the now weathered Mack model that sits in the station.

Newjerseyhills

Santa will visit homes on a Stirling fire engine this Saturday, delivering presents to children in addition to unforgettable memories for the whole family. A $40-per-household donation is required, and a parent must drop off a wrapped gift or gifts at the Stirling Firehouse between 5 and 8 p.m.