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WJAR: Sen. Whitehouse and Rep. Amo to present Smithfield firefighters with grant money

September 9, 2024

(WJAR) — Rhode Island leaders are set to present federal grant money to Smithfield firefighters.

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Gabe Amo will present $477,677 in federal grants to the Smithfield Fire Department.

The money comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant program.

It is meant to update the communication system and provide additional training.

The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m.