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Firefighters Get AC Thanks to Community | Providence News
When Pawtucket firefighters at Station Three faced a broken dorm AC in the midst of brutal summer heat, they turned to Facebook—and got an overwhelming community response. Local businesses, former chiefs, and even neighboring fire departments like Central Falls donated units or installation help, turning a crisis into a heartwarming show of solidarity. While the city initially denied their request—claiming other departments already had AC—they later offered a used unit that didn’t fit. The firefighters’ public appeal exposed communication gaps between the union and city officials, but the…
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