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​Orland Fire District elects first-ever woman Board President

Posted on May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on ​Orland Fire District elects first-ever woman Board President
​Orland Fire District elects first-ever woman Board President

​Orland Fire District elects first-ever woman Board President Orland Fire Protection District Trustee Beth Damas Kaspar, who recently won re-election to a six-year term as Trustee, was elected on Tuesday (May 5, 2025) to serve as the Fire District’s first-ever woman Board President. Damas Kaspar was sworn into her second term along with newly elected…

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Fiscal Voices candidates to take Oath of Office for Trustee for Orland Fire District Monday

Posted on May 3, 2025May 3, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fiscal Voices candidates to take Oath of Office for Trustee for Orland Fire District Monday
Fiscal Voices candidates to take Oath of Office for Trustee for Orland Fire District Monday

Fiscal Voices candidates to take Oath of Office for Trustee for Orland Fire District Monday The Fiscal Voices for Fire Safety candidates will be sworn in to their seats as Trustees of the Orland Fire Protection District at a special meeting of the Fire District on Monday, May 5, 2025, beginning at 5 PM. Taking…

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Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher

Posted on April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher
Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher

Orland Fire Board salutes outgoing members Brudnak and Schirmacher Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) honored the service of two outgoing Board Trustees on Tuesday, (April 22, 2025) President John Brudnak and Treasurer Jayne Schirmacher. The OFPD will administer the Oath of Office at ceremonies to be held in early May to an incumbent…

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New state funded EMS Comms system will reduce response time and save lives

Posted on February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New state funded EMS Comms system will reduce response time and save lives
New state funded EMS Comms system will reduce response time and save lives

New state funded EMS Comms system will reduce response time and save lives The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) on Wednesday (Jan. 31, 2024) announced that a new CAD-to-CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) technology that will significantly reduce time it takes for firefighters and paramedics in 40 south suburban communities to respond to emergencies. OFPD Fire…

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Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks
Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks

Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks The Orland Fire Protection District hosted its 22nd annual commemoration to honor and remember the victims of the terrorist attacks that took place on Sept. 11, 2001 during a ceremony at the Fire District  ​The Orland Fire Protection District held a memorial…

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Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor

Posted on September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor
Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor

Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) Wednesday was awarded “International Accredited Agency” status, the highest possible rating for effectiveness as a firefighting agency, presented by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. (CPSE). The “Accredited Agency” status…

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Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety

Posted on August 20, 2023August 20, 2023 By Press ReleaseChicago 5 Comments on Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety
Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety

Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety The Orland Fire Protection District announced Sunday they have received 6 Stryker Xpedition Powered Stair Chairs to more easily and safely rescue victims in emergencies, Fire Chief Michael Schofield said. Schofield said the new power chair technology, the first in the country, will also…

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Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials

Posted on May 27, 2023May 28, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials
Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials

Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials FULL VIDEO BELOW Orland Park — The Orland Fire Protection District hosted a media availability on Thursday May 25, 2023 to review their many achievements as one of the region’s and State of Illinois’ best Fire Districts. Board President John Brudnak welcomed media…

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Orland Fire Protection District swears in two new trustees, elects officers

Posted on May 25, 2023May 26, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District swears in two new trustees, elects officers
Orland Fire Protection District swears in two new trustees, elects officers

Orland Fire Protection District swears in two new trustees, elects officers Orland Fire District — The Orland Fire Protection District swore in two new trustees on Tuesday (May 23) who were elected in the April 4, 2023 elections to six year terms, Tina Zekich and Angela Greenfield. OFPD Fire Chief Michael Schofield also reported during…

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Fire District fills Trustee vacancy with experienced Fire Commissioner

Posted on April 30, 2023April 30, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fire District fills Trustee vacancy with experienced Fire Commissioner
Fire District fills Trustee vacancy with experienced Fire Commissioner

Fire District fills Trustee vacancy with experienced Fire Commissioner Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) board unanimously votes to name Dr. Beth Damas Kaspar Fire Commissioner to fill vacancy as Fire District Trustee following the resignation of longtime Orland Fire Protection District Trustee James Hickey. Board President John Brudnak showcases the district’s many achievements that have…

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Orland Fire District salutes outgoing board trustees

Posted on April 27, 2023April 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District salutes outgoing board trustees
Orland Fire District salutes outgoing board trustees

Orland Fire District salutes outgoing board trustees Board of Trustees honors the late Attorney James J. Roche naming the board room in his honor The Orland Fire Protection District on Tuesday April 25, 2023 saluted trustees Chris Evoy, former board chairman, and Craig Schmidt, whose terms expire in May. The board approved resolutions commending them…

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“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24

Posted on September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24
“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24

“Plan Your Escape” is the theme for the Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House Sept. 24 The Orland Fire District urges the “Plan Your Escape” message for our annual Open House which will be held onSept. 24th. The Orland Fire Protection District will host its open house on Saturday, Sept. 24 in anticipation with…

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