St. Joseph Parish Hall was filled on the night of Saturday, Nov. 1 as the Whitecourt Fire Department held its annual awards night. Article content

Firefighters were honoured for the service, following what Mayor Ray Hilts called a “remarkable” year that saw local members deployed to wildfires near Swan Hills and Red Earth Creek. Article content

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“This department has been the backbone of safety in and around our community,” Hilts said in his remarks at the ceremony.

“What truly stands out is the dedication of these men and women. They balance full-time jobs and family life and still answer the call at all times of the day and night.”

Meanwhile, Reeve Dave Kusch brought greetings from Woodlands County.

“These men and women are everyday heroes w

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