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Cassidy said his interest in becoming a first-responder was “sparked” after several friends joined local firehouses. (Shutterstock)
WELLESLEY, MA — A MassBay paramedicine student is the newest recruit to the Wellesley Fire Department.
James Cassidy of Holliston joined MassBay's Paramedicine program in January 2020. He is one of seven new firefighters recently hired by the Wellesley Fire Department.
Cassidy started his higher education at MassBay to follow in his brother's footsteps and discover his passion. Cassidy told MassBay that his interest in becoming a first-responder was "sparked" after several friends joined local firehouses. "I knew that training as an EMT and paramedic would provide me with a great foundational skill set.