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Dickinson Fire in need of more volunteer firefighters
Dickinson Fire Chief Jeremy Presnell provided a monthly report of the calls for service for May, and also touches on some of the challenges fire personnel faced such as call volume, response time and how volunteer numbers are decreasing within the department. 5:06 pm, Jun. 3, 2021 ×
The Dickinson Fire Department is currently looking for more volunteers to add to its team. (Jackie Jahfetson/The Dickinson Press)
Firefighters serve a physically, mentally and emotionally challenging role in the community, owed in part to the time consuming commitment required to be a part of a team effort aimed at saving lives. Since the birth of the fire service, societies have held firefighters in high esteem and as such flocks of young men and women have clamored to their ranks. However, across the nation volunteerism in the fire service is diminishing and Dickinson is no exception.
Behavioral health calls remain consistent for Dickinson Police
Dickinson Police Chief Dustin Dassinger updated the Dickinson City Commission on the department’s reports from February, pointing out the various calls for service officers responded to. Behavioral health calls continue for DPD officers, straining departmental time and service. Written By: Jackie Jahfetson | ×
Dickinson Police Chief Dustin Dassinger, pictured in front of a blue flag banner at the City of Dickinson Public Safety Center, notes that behavioral health calls in the City of Dickinson have been consistent throughout the coronavirus pandemic and moving into 2021. Dassinger delivered a run-down report of the various calls of service the Dickinson Police Department responded to in February during the Dickinson City Commission meeting Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at City Hall. (Dickinson Press File Photo)
Dickinson Police deals with 'depleted bench'; increased volume of behavioral health, drug/alcohol calls thedickinsonpress.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thedickinsonpress.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
City passes tobacco ordinance amendment
The Dickinson City Commission discussed an ordinance pertaining to the sale of tobacco products, and the offenses that would be implemented if an employee sold to a minor. Written By: Jackie Jahfetson | ×
An individual holding a cigarette is pictured. The Dickinson City Commission passed a tobacco ordinance amendment Tuesday evening, which highlights offenses if an employee sells tobacco products to a minor. (Dickinson Press File Photo)
Selling tobacco to a minor leaves an employee and tobacco retail employer at fault, but should the offense be greater at the hand of the employee or the employer who received certified server training?