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$25K grant to cover thermal imaging cameras for Natick firefighters

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Natick firefighters has upgraded its thermal imaging cameras thanks to a $25,000 grant through the state’s Department of Fire Services.

Such equipment enables firefighters to see areas of heat that they couldn’t perceive with the naked eye, and detect people and animals in smoky or burning environments.

“We have had them for many years. They are getting beyond their life expectancy and simply need replacing,” Chief Michael Lentini says. “The technology does get better every model year. So we have that advantage with this grant  opportunity.”

More than 300 fire departments across the state received a total of $5 million in grants, with a maximum amount per community based on population.

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Fire extinguished at Natick High, investigation is on

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The Natick Police Department shared the following message from Natick Public Schools Supt. Dr. Anna Nolin & the school system issued Friday after school let out:

Natick community members ,

We’re writing today to make you aware of an incident that occurred after high school dismissal today.
At 2:50 pm today, a fire was discovered in the boys’ locker room at Natick High School. We immediately pulled the fire alarm, extinguished the fire and safely evacuated the building. The Natick Fire Department and the Natick Police Department responded immediately and professionally. We appreciate the hard work of our first responders, today and every day. The building has been reopened for student and staff use.
The fire occurred after high school dismissal/during preschool pickup. At the time there were approximately 50 high school students and staff members in the building. We are investigating this event for what it is – a fire that was deliberately set by a member of our student body putting everyone at risk. The police are conducting a complete investigation for possible criminal charges.
We are furious and very disappointed. We are a strong and vibrant community that looks out for one another. After two very long years of isolation, we are determined to reclaim our culture of togetherness, safety and respect. Acts like this will not be tolerated. We will hold the students who set this fire fully accountable.
If you know anything about this event, please report it through our anonymous tip line at: https://www.natickps.org/contact_us/speakupnatick. The schools will follow up on any and all reports.
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Those who saved runner in Natick during Boston Marathon to be honored

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Update: Here’s a video of the ceremony.

The Boston Athletic Association on Wednesday, Nov. 10 plans to recognize those who saved a runner’s life during the 125th Boston Marathon, according to the Natick Police Department.

The ceremony is being held at 1pm in front of the Natick Fire Station at 22 East Central St. in Natick and will recognize the runners and professional first responders who provided life-saving care to Meghan Roth, a runner who suffered cardiac arrest near mile eight, just before the Natick line.

Honorary medals will be handed out.
Those being honored:
• Capt. Eric Williamson, Natick Fire Department
• LT. Matt Mullen, NFD
• FF/Paramedic Kyle Sammon, NFD
• FF Jeff Libby, NFD
• FF Dan Gould, NFD
• Ofc. Scott Wade, NPD
• Framingham EMS/Brewster
• A1(P44) – Scott Marcosa & Mark Jacobs
• FS3 – Ken Reynolds
• Dr. Dan Muehschlegel/Runner
• Tom Grilk, President & CEO of the B.A.A.
• Chris Troyanos, Medical Coordinator for the Boston Marathon

Natick Select Board seeks resident to join Fire Chief Screening Committee

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The Natick Select Board is requesting applications for the Natick Fire Chief Screening Committee, and will choose 1 Natick resident to join the group.

Natick Fire Chief Michael Lentini, who was appointed to the position in 2018, plans to retire in May after more than 30 years with the department.

The Screening Committee, in addition to including a resident appointed by the Select Board, will include reps from various town bodies, including the fire department, School Committee, Personnel Board, and the Town Administrator and Police Chief will be members as well.

Screening Committee tasks include reviewing applications for the position of Fire Chief, planning for and conducting interviews, and participating in the process of determining a list of finalists. Meetings will likely be at night.

Interested individuals should submit an application no later than Oct. 6.

The Select Board will be interviewing candidates at their meeting on Oct. 13, 2021.

For more information or questions please contact the Select Board’s office at -508-647-6410 or selectboard@natickma.org.

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Natick Fire offering free CPR classes

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CPR classes are provided by the Natick Fire Department.  The location of the classes has yet to be determined and will be emailed about a week ahead of the scheduled class time.

Please email Firefighter Alan Gentile at agentile@natickma.org with the date of the class you would like to attend.

  • August 18             CPR/AED       3:30 – 6:00 pm
  • September 14       First Aid         3:30 – 6:00 pm
  • September 29       CPR/AED      6:30 – 9:00 pm

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