PTSD Awareness Day, observed on June 27, was established in 2010 by the U.S. Senate to honor Staff Sergeant Joe Biel. Biel, a member of the North Dakota National Guard, died by suicide in 2007 after facing post-traumatic stress disorder following his service in Iraq. His birthday was chosen as the date for this observance.

In 2014, the U.S. Senate expanded the recognition by officially designating ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Skippack Fire Company provided a ladder arch on Sunday to honor the public service and dedication of Past Perkiomen Chief William Patterson. Deepest condolences are extended to his family and friends in Perkiomen Township.
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At 4:30 am, Skippack Fire Company was dispatched as the Rapid Intervention Team to a barn fire at County Line Nursery. Ladder 86 was also dispatched to assist with fire suppression efforts.

Soon after arrival, the crew from Squad 86 was assigned to extinguish small structure fires and spot fires in the area. After supporting cleanup operations, all crews were released at approximately 6:00 am.

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Worcester Volunteer Fire Department 83 and Worcester Township invited local firefighters to participate in a training exercise using an acquired structure. During the exercise, crews practiced truck company operations such as deploying ladders, performing victim searches, and managing a simulated Mayday scenario. Buildings like these offer valuable opportunities for firefighters to train in realistic ... (Full Story & Photos)