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Pennsylvania takes steps to ease volunteer firefighter crisis

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023
Lauren Jessop

Pennsylvania has a higher percentage of volunteer firefighters than nearly any other state. Switching to full-time professionals is not feasible in most places.
By Lauren Jessop

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Ben Mannes: Fire Commissioner shifts accountability for deadly Fairmount blaze

February 1, 2022February 9, 2022
A. Benjamin Mannes

Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel blames a lack of affordable housing for a fire that killed twelve. Further investigation shows that policy failures and PHA shortcomings contributed.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

News

Skyrocketing expenses for Hero Thrill Show questioned by some first responders

December 14, 2021June 28, 2023
Todd Shepherd
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As attendance has slumped for the charity show that funds scholarships for the children of deceased first responders, the nonprofit pays hundreds of thousands in unexplained legal fees and rent.
By Todd Shepherd

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