The Florence Fire Department is home to a new Safe Haven Baby Box. Located at 8101 Dream St. in Florence, the new location will offer a “secure option for parents in crisis and help ensure every infant has a chance for a safe and loving future,” per a press release from Safe Haven. The box […]
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A dozen firefighters, paramedics join Florence Fire/EMS Department
Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon swore in 12 new members of the Florence Fire Department at the city council meeting on June 8. Ten people hold the position of firefighter/EMT. One is a paramedic, and the other is a firefighter/paramedic. During the meeting, Fire/EMS Chief Rodney Wren shared a little about each new firefighter. Joe Melville, […]
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Florence Fire Department implements program to reduce avoidable 911 calls
The Florence Fire Department will clock more than 11,000 fire and EMS runs by the end of the year. While most of those 911 calls are for urgent incidents, many are also avoidable. Roughly 20% of patients riding in the back of an ambulance have chronic illnesses, including obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, heart failure […]
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Florence establishes veterans commission: ‘He felt there was more we could do’
The Florence City Council has established an advisory panel to provide input regarding veterans programs and related activities. Council member David Osborne initiated the Florence Veterans Commission concept, officials said during Tuesday’s special council meeting session. “Mr. Osborne served in the Army, very proud of his service and his community,” Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon said […]
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Florence police, fire departments welcome new personnel
The Florence Police Department is joining Florence/EMS in welcoming new personnel to respective folds. Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon administered oaths to three Florence police recruits and four Florence/EMS members during Tuesday’s Florence City Council meeting. “I’d like to welcome our four newest members to the Florence Fire/EMS,” Florence Fire Chief Rodney Wren said. Aubuchon expressed […]
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Florence breaks ground on new fire station
Considering what it will offer, Florence Fire Chief Rodney Wren said he believes the city of Florence’s forthcoming fire station is a jewel in the making. “I see this fire station as tremendous increase in the services that we can provide to our residents and the future shining star of Dream Street,” Wren said. Wren […]
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Florence fire station groundbreaking ceremony slated for next week
The City of Florence will conduct a groundbreaking ceremony for its new fire station on Aug. 30. “The groundbreaking of this new fire station is a testament to our city’s dedication to the safety and well-being of our residents,” Florence Mayor Julie Metzger Aubuchon said in a media release. “It is an investment that will […]
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Florence Fire/EMSÂ team member garners training honorÂ
Florence Fire/EMS Department Firefighter/Paramedic Joe Marlow is being lauded for his work with students training to enter the paramedic field. Marlow received the Gateway Community and Technical College Paramedic Education Program and St. Elizabeth Healthcare Field Preceptor of the Year award during the Florence City Council’s recent session. The award is in recognition of aiding students […]
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Florence hosts National Night Out celebration
When Florence resident Jewell Highsmith learned the City of Florence would be hosting its annual National Night Out event on Aug. 1, she said she circled the date on her calendar. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live, the […]
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Florence Fire/EMS receives pediatric emergency care honorÂ
Florence Fire/EMS is garnering praise for its commitment to improving pediatric emergency care. During Tuesday’s Florence City Council meeting, Kentucky Emergency Medical Services for Children Project Director Morgan Scaggs commended the department’s men and women and presented a plaque recognizing the achievement. The acknowledgment is fitting, Florence resident Aaron Newman said. “I’m filled with pride […]