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Yes, Career guys wear Tan gear , Volunteers wear Black.

''Hey MO'' Donald P.

REST IN PEACE SGT. RICE

I did not know Rich but from what I hear he was quite a guy, and from the posts on this card I can see the true person he was. The selfless act to stop on the TSP in a snow storm to help another humanbeing when some would just keep going or stay in there vehicle for personel safety. That is a true testament to who Rich was. When I heard the name it didn't ring any bells, but then seeing his picture I realized I knew who he was. We crossed pathes at the Poughkeepsie Hospitals a few times. Rest in peace Rich.

Arlington Fire District Dutchess County, 4,889 for 2008. Not sure of the breakdown of fire and ems. 106 runs already for 2009 to date.

My daughter was born 12/29/08 at 15:45 hrs. 9lbs 1 oz, 20.5 inches long. I have picks but the size is to large. I am trying to figure out how to get them smaller to post.

Who is working today Police, Fire ,Ems? Where are you and what shift? I am working at AFD STATION 3, 24 HRS. Merry Christmas to all and those of us away from our families. Think of our troops during the Holidays.

And I quote: ''This is the biggest day in emergency control history'' John Dunderdale

On the Engine during the day, 17:00 07:00 I am on the wistle box, nothing personal but I hope I don't have to go to any hospitals today.

A question for Seth or any of the moderators... Are you going to be putting holiday skins up on the site like last year? Christmas, St.Patricks day, New years?

I am up for anywhere in the Poughkeepsie / Millbrook area.

Great idea,but now get the members to wear it.

Not on the Fire equipment yet but they are on the Ambulances BEHIND THE SEATS take a look.

Thanks.

Still doing truck work even in the BIG CITY!!!!

P.V. Fire LT. James P Cahill after the cut.

Looks like North Clinton street.

Pics of Lagrange fire on 1st respondernews.com.

Now after reading the article my question is why they (the probies) would even be under consideration for employment? I am all for second chances. But some of these crimes are serious. Not even to mention the prision sentence. Makes you think why they even ask if you have any traffic tickets or if you have been convicted of a felony on the application.... It clearly does not matter.

Rootbeer for Mike! LOL

Mike, I hear you man. I wonder the same things sometimes. But it not for the rank and file to figure out. I've been is this service of ours for almost 22 years. I have seen some pretty interesting things that just make you say hmmm. I am sure agreements hold some political issues sometimes. Should it be that way....No. Someone stated before that sometimes the county will not strip a certan area, and I agree with that. Or the closest Department can not provide the same type of service so the next closest is sent to the alarm... Hope that helps a little. No hard feelings bro stop by the F.D. sometime.

I understand, but your department does not provide ALS service. Correct me if I am wrong NDP is only during the week. Even if lagrange did not get out we would still have transported if it was BLS. And yes there is no bill.

Mike, Not to carry this on any further but since you were called to the fire, after not being called to the ems call, does that change your opinion about Combination Departments only calling Combination Departments, or ''Paid'' as you put it? I honestly don't think it matters if it the City of Poughkeepsie calls for us, or Beekman or for that matter Roumbout or Fishkill , and yes even to Union Vale...... If YOU needed our equipment or manpower (Arlington) we would go. That is what mutual aid is for ....to help. Don

Sorry letter to the editor. I miss typed.