Takoma Park 'Legend', Retired Fire Chief, Passes Away After 60 Years Of Service
The Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department has announced the passing of a devoted and beloved former Chief, who served with the department for over 60 years, officials say.
Officials announced that retired Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe passed away, on Monday, Sept. 12, according to the Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department.
With the heaviest of hearts, and the deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe (ret.) pic.twitter.com/kBXc6QLiBo — Takoma Park VFD (@tpvfd) September 11, 2022
"Chief Jarboe served Takoma Park for over 60 years, from frontline firefighter to C…
Two Buildings Destroyed During Early Morning Blaze In Area
Two buildings were destroyed during an early morning fire in the area.
The fire started around 3:29 a.m., Monday, March 2, in Dutchess County at 318 Mill St. and 316 Mill St., in the City of Poughkeepsie, said Fire Chief Mark Johnson.
First arriving crews found two floors on fire in the multi-story building with the flames moving upward, the chief said.
After about 30 minutes firefighters moved outside to battle the blaze due to safety reasons, Johnson said.
The fire spread to engulf the empty residence at 316 Mill St., the chief said.
One resident, of 318 Mill St., the building that is …
