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  • London Fire Department Hires Two Firefighters

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    LONDON KY—The London Fire Department (LFD) has hired two new Firefighters, Jordan Helton and Brandon Buckner.  Since Helton was 15-years-old, he’s been focused on firefighting. He began as a junior firefighter at the Harlan City Fire Department, participated in London’s Junior Firefighter Camp as a teen, and has been a member of the Harlan City…

  • London Fire Department Receives two Walmart Giving grants

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    LONDON KY–The London Fire Department has received two Walmart Giving grants, totaling $4,000. The funds awarded will be utilized to improve Departmental data collection for the mapping of hydrant locations, incident pre-planning, run reports, and fire prevention education.  Walmart Supercenter Store #1113 awarded $1,500, while Walmart D.C. #6097 awarded the Department $2,500. Three Microsoft Surface…

  • London Fire Department’s 2021 Awards

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    On Saturday, Dec. 18th the London Fire Department hosted an Awards Dinner at the London Community Center. Mayor Troy Rudder along with London Fire Chief Carl Hacker presented awards and recognition for the following: Lt. Ricky George – 5 years of service Firefighter Lawrence Goss – 10 years of service Firefighter Wes Walker – 15…

  • London Fire Hosts A Very Merry Firefighter Christmas

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    On Saturday, Dec. 18th London Firefighters handed out toys and coats to approximately 33 children at the London Fire Department’s annual “Very Merry Firefighter Christmas”. The event is in partnership with the Laurel County Schools and East Bernstadt Independent Family Resource Youth Service Centers (FRYSC). Student names were provided by the FRYSCs based upon need.…

  • London Firemen’s Club Receives CVNB Donation for Children in Need

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    On Tuesday, Oct. 19th Cumberland Valley National Bank donated $500 to the London Firemen’s Club for their annual toy and coat drive that helps provide for children in need in Laurel County. The London Firemen’s Club is accepting donations for their annual drive through www.londonkyfire.com/donate. The non-profit coordinates with the Family Resource Youth Service Centers…

  • London Fire Department Hires Five Full-Time Firefighters with a Focus of Better Service and Looking Towards the Future

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    LONDON KY—The London Fire Department (LFD) has hired five full-time Firefighters, equipping each 24-hour shift with four on-duty at any given time. The new full-time hires include David King, Jacob Floyd, Jason Robinson, Kyle Fowler, and Makenzie Jackson. “Having four on-shift means better fire protection for the City of London, allowing the first truck to…

  • London Fire Department Announces Toy & Coat Drive

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    The London Fire Department is asking citizens and local businesses to drop-off new or gently used toys and warm winter coats at the Department located at 911 Fire Rescue Drive Monday-Friday between the hours of 9am-5pm. A box is located in front of the Fire Dept. on Dixie Street where citizens may quickly pull into…

  • London Fire Department warns of fall fire hazard season

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    LONDON KY— The London Fire Department is reminding citizens of Kentucky’s fall fire hazard season, which begins Thursday, Oct. 1st through December 15th. The state’s outdoor burning law restrictions helps prevent wildfires. Kentucky Revised Statute 149.400 prohibits burning between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. if the fire is within 150 feet of…

  • London Fire Department Hires New Firefighter

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    LONDON KY—The London Fire Department has announced Bryan Johnson as their newest Firefighter. The Department currently employs 18 and has 37 volunteer members.   “I am proud to say that Bryan Johnson is our newest paid firefighter. Along with his energetic willingness to do all that is required to get the job done, he brings a wealth…