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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
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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
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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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Orland Fire District hosts monthly barbecues for the public June 7

Posted on May 16, 2023May 16, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District hosts monthly barbecues for the public June 7
Orland Fire District hosts monthly barbecues for the public June 7

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Orland Fire District hosts monthly barbecues for the public June 7 The Orland Fire Protection District and its firefighters are hosting monthly barbecues that are open to the public to express their gratitude to the public for their continued support. Attending the Barbecues include the Fire District leadership, battalion chiefs, local firefighters, cadets and members…

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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
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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
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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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Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions

Posted on April 7, 2023April 11, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions
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Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions The Orland Fire Protection District administered the Oaths of Office in the promotion of two firefighters on Thursday April 6, 2023 at the OFPD administrative building. Fire Commission member Beth Damas Kaspar administered The Engineer Oath of Office to Firefighters Justin Dublin and Zach Zweizig. Araceli Dublin,…

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House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries

Posted on March 30, 2023March 30, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries
House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries

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House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a house fire on the 11500 block of 116th Court in unincorporated Cook County on at approximately 2 pm on Thursday March 30th. The fire was quickly extinguished by first arriving crews.  The cause of the fire is…

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Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished
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Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished Lightning starts fire in Orland home attic; SUV flips over on 151st Harlem; chimney fire in Orland Home A lightning strike caused a fire in the attic of an Orland Park home on Sunday at around 5 PM. at 132nd Block…

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Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent

Posted on March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent
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Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent Fire Chief Schofield emphasizes during lifesaving ceremony that citizens “have a better chance of surviving a heart attack if that heart attack happens in Orland” OFPD, Orland Park — Citizens who experience a heart attack have a significantly increased chance to survive a heart attack…

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First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats

Posted on January 31, 2023February 6, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats
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First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats Orland Park — Veteran and experienced first responders Matthew G. Rafferty and William Bonnar Jr., officially announced their candidacies for the April 4 election for two seats on the Board of Trustees of the Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD). The two candidates filed petitions in December…

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Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter

Posted on November 15, 2022November 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter
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Orland Fire District meeting helps Seniors cope with winter Orland Park — The Orland Fire Protection District will host a “Coffee & Conversation” meeting this week to help seniors adjust to the winter months and in December discuss their insurance needs. The program, “Seasonal Survival Guide for the Seniors” will be led by retired Lieutenant…

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Orland Park Home fire, Avenida Del Este Monday evening, Nov. 7, 2022

Posted on November 8, 2022November 8, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Park Home fire, Avenida Del Este Monday evening, Nov. 7, 2022
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Orland Park Home fire, Avenida Del Este Monday evening, Nov. 7, 2022 Fire believed to have begun in shed spread quickly to the adjacent home in Orland Park on Monday evening, Nov. 7, 2022. Neighbor alerts homeowner as the fire spread. No injuries reported. The Orland Fire District responded at 10:41 PM to a 911…

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