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Bristol Police Rescue Woman From Burning Vehicle: PD
Cops had to break through the windshield to reach the woman after an accident, police said.

Cops had to break through the windshield to reach the woman after an accident, police said.

Family, friends and supporters were in attendance at a ceremony in Town Hall.
BPD officers participated in ShopRite’s “Help Bag Hunger Campaign,” rolling up their sleeves and getting to work in the checkout line.
A 12-year-old girl who previously attended the camp took swift, life-saving action during a fast-moving house fire in Bloomfield.
An FBI agent’s touching relationship with his K-9 partner has entered its sunset phase. Here’s what to know about “Iris the Cyber Dog.”
The Belleville Police Department gave a round of applause for a local officer who recently went “above and beyond” the call of duty.
The team earned more than 20 awards at a recent competition. The nonprofit provides activities and mentorship for youth aged 6–18.
Three officers and three residents were taken to hospitals for medical treatment, according to police.
“If you get them early, you can show them that there’s more to the police than just getting called when something bad happens.”
The person died only hours after someone was saved from an overturned car hanging over the edge.
The emergency management team met with students at a local high school.
Richard and Petra Delier work for American Medical Response, a private EMS service. They met while working as EMTs and then fell in love.
The Belleville Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall for 10 new officers and a newly promoted veteran of the force.
“Their dedication to removing impaired drivers from the road helps keep our community safe.”
The former captain was named the Chief of Police in San Bruno.
Firefighters responded to a fire in two houses but one was so damaged it is now uninhabitable.
Firefighters responded quickly to the fire, which was first reported at 1:52 p.m.
Police are asking the community to report any fireworks during peak times on July 4 and July 5.
A brush fire ignited Monday afternoon with a quick rate of spread.
The Orange County Fire Authority celebrated Father's Day by paying tribute to three sets of father's and sons in the department.
The Manhattan chapter of a rapidly growing nonprofit that supports kids and families amid critical illness is touching hearts.
Barnstable Police Sgt. Corey Frederickson is the recipient of the 2025 Cape & Islands Big Brother of the Year Award.
While abroad with the USO in Romania, a local firefighter is having a major impact. It comes as no surprise to his peers on the Cape.
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local EMTs, firefighters and police officers who are making a difference in their communities.
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local EMTs, firefighters and police officers who are making a difference in their communities.
A firefighter in Storrs is dedicated to campus safety locally and to thwarting wild fires nationwide.
Volunteer firefighters who joined during high school are now graduating seniors, and their commitment to community service continues.
Capt. Patrick Walsh got to experience something less than 1 percent of officers get to experience:
Officer Erik Tarnow was slashed in the face so badly while responding to a call that his mouth and teeth were exposed.
Karen Aleshire has been serving as a school resource officer since 2009.
There's at least one officer who has an ongoing legacy and he's currently in Stafford.
Veteran Connecticut State Police Sgt. Brian Mohl was killed on Sept. 2, 2021 when his patrol car was swept into the raging Pomperaug River.
This new tool will help first responders save lives during the busy summer season down the shore.
The four officers completed a more than 5 mile course of trail running, water crossings and intense strength challenges.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars honored the trio in May.
The fire department recently held its annual awards night and bestowed honors such as service awards, firefighter of the year, and more.
The fire company’s longest-serving chief, and youngest life member, was recently honored at the company’s 74th Annual Awards Banquet.
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local first responders who are making a difference or have made a difference in their communities.
The vehicle crashed on Kings Highway, according to police.
Rueger's work has directly led to the seizure of substantial quantities of illegal narcotics and U.S. currency, Minooka Police highlighted.