Two members of the Farmington Fire Department, shaken by the September tragedy, will represent their fellow firefighters on New Year’s Day at the Roses Tournament parade in Pasadena, California.
ABM affiliate WMTW reports that Farmington firefighter Steve Bunker will ride in an Odd Fellows-sponsored fire truck-shaped float with the theme “First responders bring hope” Farmington fellow firefighter , Patty Cormier, will be in the stands as a special guest.
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Farmington has recovered from the Sept. 16 propane blast that killed Captain Michael Bell and injured several people.
A member of the South Portland’s Unity Lodge # 3 of the Odd Fellows decided to honor the Farmington Fire Department. The Maine Odd Fellows and the Rebekah organization are funding the trip for the Cormier and the Bunker.