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Years of Service: Oakdale Honors Firefighters

The firefighters were recognized during a May 17 awards ceremony.

Several members of the Oakdale Fire Department were acknowledged for years of service to the department during an annual awards event held on May 17.

5 years: Captain Joe Carpentier, Firefighter Robert Fauske, Firefighter Tim Wessels

10 years: Firefighter Erik Hansen

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15 years: Firefighter Mark Sottile, Firefighter Ken Mauston

20 years: Deputy Chief Kevin Wold

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In addition, two retiring members were honored for years of service.

Firefighter Ken Mauston served at total of 35 years in fire service as a member of the East County Line and Oakdale departments; Captain Terry Ritchie served the community for over 19 years.

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