Montville, CT|News|
Montville School Resource Officer Focuses On Helping People; Building Relationships
Karen Aleshire has been serving as a school resource officer since 2009.
Michelle Tuccitto Sullo, Patch Staff
First Responders
Firefighters, police officers, EMTs and other first responders leave a lasting impact on their communities, shaping lives long after their service ends.
Stafford-Willington, CT|News|
Officer Middleton: An Onging Legacy In Stafford
There's at least one officer who has an ongoing legacy and he's currently in Stafford.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Woodbury-Middlebury, CT|News|
Nearly 4 Years Later, Memories Endure Of State Police Sergeant From Woodbury Killed By Floodwaters
Veteran Connecticut State Police Sgt. Brian Mohl was killed on Sept. 2, 2021 when his patrol car was swept into the raging Pomperaug River.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Drones Offer A Lifeline To Ocean City Swimmers With New Technology
This new tool will help first responders save lives during the busy summer season down the shore.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Officers Take 1st In 'Grueling' Endurance Competition
The four officers completed a more than 5 mile course of trail running, water crossings and intense strength challenges.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|News|
Three Norwich First Responders Garner National Recognition
The Veterans of Foreign Wars honored the trio in May.
Michelle Tuccitto Sullo, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|News|
East Haddam Fire Department Bestows Honors At Awards Night
The fire department recently held its annual awards night and bestowed honors such as service awards, firefighter of the year, and more.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|News|
Ledyard Fire Chief Makes History With Life Membership Award
The fire company’s longest-serving chief, and youngest life member, was recently honored at the company’s 74th Annual Awards Banquet.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|News|
New Milford Police Department Participates In Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local first responders who are making a difference or have made a difference in their communities.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|News|
Video Captures Dramatic Rescue Of Woman From Burning Vehicle In Chester: PD
The vehicle crashed on Kings Highway, according to police.
Michelle Tuccitto Sullo, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Rueger, Minooka's Police Dog, Can Now Enjoy His Retirement Years
Rueger's work has directly led to the seizure of substantial quantities of illegal narcotics and U.S. currency, Minooka Police highlighted.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|News|
Clinton Police Therapy Dog Making An Impact In Town, Fundraiser Launched To Support Work
Clinton Police have launched a fundraiser with a local nonprofit to support one of its K-9s.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe Detective Honored For Advocacy Work With Domestic Violence Survivors
"Our job isn’t just about making arrests… It’s about understanding what victims are going through and making sure they’re supported…"
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Community Hero Spotlight: LPFD's 2025 Firefighter Of The Year
Captain Jared Jamison, a Livermore native who's been with LPFD since 2008, says he loves providing a high level of service to his community.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|News|
Firefighter Who Rescued Dog From Burning Fairhaven House Is 'An Angel'
A firefighter saved a dog from a burning home in Anne Arundel County. "Anyone that took the oath would've done the same exact thing as me."
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Remembering Life Of Longtime Fire Department Photographer
A cherished member of the Tolland Fire Department was lost 24 year ago.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
East Hampton-Portland, CT|News|
East Hampton FD Honors Its Top Firefighters
The East Hampton Volunteer Fire Department recently gave out several awards at its annual member appreciation dinner.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark, East Orange Cops Nominated For Valor Award
Several East Orange and Newark police officers were nominated for the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police “Valor Awards.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
All Evacuation Orders Lifted In Henderson Fire
The blaze scorched 256 acres, Cal Fire said.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
'My Day Starts And Ends With Roxy' Says Fredericksburg K9 Officer
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to honor local EMTs, firefighters and police officers as First Responders who are making a difference.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo Residents Can See What It’s Like To Be A Police Officer
This is the fifth session of the city’s community police academy.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Officers Honored For Recovery Of Abducted Special Needs Child
Manassas officers are receiving a Medal of Merit for their role in finding a special needs child and stolen car.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
3 New Members Sworn In At Botsford Fire Department In Newtown
A trio of new members, including a fallen chief's brother, join Botsford Fire in Newtown.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|News|
East Lyme Police Officer Receives Promotion
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local EMTs, firefighters and police officers who are making a difference in their communities.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|News|
School Resource Officer Leaves A Local Legacy In Waterford
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local EMTs, firefighters and police officers who are making a difference in their communities.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
41 Traffic Tickets Given Out In One Day To Drivers In Woodside
The operation coincided with Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Cop Honored For Saving Man's Life After Arm Severely Cut By Lawnmower
Detective Nicholas Ortiz was honored by Congressman Tom Kean as District 7's Law Enforcement Hometown Hero of the week.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South Kingstown Police Lt. Craig Young Retires, See The Legacy He Left
"His contributions have shaped this department for the better, and he leaves behind a legacy we are proud of," Police Chief Moynihan said.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Weary Mamma Bear Lets Wildlife Officials Free Tangled Cub
When a bear cub got itself tangled in a soccer net, wildlife officials and biologists braved mamma bear's wrath to free her cub.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Old Mystic Firefighters Push For Tax Abatement For First Responders
The department is asking residents to support tax abatement for first responders at town meeting next month.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
MD Firefighter On Life Support To Save 70 Lives As Organ Donor
Lt. Mark Dranbauer was battling a blaze when he suffered a medical emergency he won't recover from, the Baltimore City Fire Department said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
3 RivCo Nurses Celebrated For Lifesaving Work And Selfless Service
Each nurse brings a distinct calling, from addiction counseling to honoring organ donors.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Cheerleaders Give Donation To Lacey Fire Departments After Wildfire
The Jones Road Wildfire came dangerously close to Pride Elite Cheer in Forked River. Now, the cheerleaders are giving back.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Valor In Livingston: Firefighters Save Man's Life, Earn Awards
These Livingston first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Valor In Newark: Firefighters, Police Officers Earn Awards
These Newark first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Valor In Montclair: Firefighters, Police Officers Earn Awards
These Montclair first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Valor In Millburn: Police Officers Save Woman's Life, Earn Awards
These Millburn first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Southwest Station Passages: Young Explorer Praise, Retirement Wishes
In May, a young Explorer earns a scholarship at Southwest Sheriff's Station, and the department bids farewell to a support staff member.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma PD Honors Officer For Life-Saving Effort, Community Impact
Officer Jayce Hanson was named Employee of the Quarter after helping save a man’s life, recovering stolen merchandise and much more.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
San Francisco Police Chief Steps Down
"Bill Scott has been an accomplished reformer and extraordinary leader."
