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Five New Firefighters to Help Save Lives in Fargo

They said training from experienced firefighters helped them get through

November 3, 2017

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FARGO, ND — The Fargo Fire Department adds five new firefighters to their ranks. The recruits were hired on September 11th and spent eight weeks going through intensive training. They were required to study structural firefighting, fire prevention and to specialize in search and rescue. One new firefighter said although the training was difficult at times, leaning on experienced firefighters…

Officials Say Coyote Spotted in South Fargo Likely Harmless

Leier says they usually don't pose a threat to people or pets

October 30, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A coyote has been spotted in a south Fargo neighborhood. But Game and Fish Biologist Doug Leier says people shouldn’t be overly concerned. The coyote has been spotted in the Woodhaven development west of I-29 and south of 40th Avenue South. Leier says coyote-sightings in the city are not all that uncommon. He says typically, they…

Former Fargo Police Officer Appealing Termination

Commissioners on Monday approved the notice of appeal filed by Dave Boelke's attorney

October 10, 2017

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — A fired Fargo police officer is appealing his termination to the city commission. Commissioners on Monday approved the notice of appeal filed by Dave Boelke’s attorney. Chief Dave Todd fired the 15-year police department veteran in August. Todd said Boelke made “intentional and willful decisions” not to respond to calls, not to collect evidence and showed…

Moorhead Police Department Adds Three New Officers to the Streets

Family members then pinned each officer's badge onto their uniform

September 29, 2017

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Three new candidates have earned a spot with Moorhead’s men and women in blue. After a speech from Chief David Ebinger, Mayor Del Rae Williams swore Anastacia Hermes, Nathan Taylor and Paul Skoglund into the Moorhead Police Department. Family members then pinned each officer’s badge onto their uniform. Hermes said she wanted to become a police officer…

West Fargo Police Asking for Help After Vandalism of Officer’s Vehicle

The vehicle was parked in the 800 block of 3rd Street East

September 21, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WEST FARGO, ND — A West Fargo officer’s personal vehicle was shot up late Tuesday night. The vehicle was parked in the 800 block of 3rd Street East. Police were called Wednesday and they determined that a gun was fired at the vehicle at least four times causing damage to the rear and front windshield. It was unoccupied at…

Reward for Information on Missing Alexandria Teen Increased

Block has been missing for 25 days

September 1, 2017

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ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — Authorities say the reward for a missing Alexandria teen was raised thanks to an anonymous donor. The reward for 15-year-old Jasmine Block’s safe return is now $7,000 after someone added $5,000. Block has been missing for 25 days. Investigators are still searching property and talking with people in the area to find leads. Anyone with information is…

Thank You, Community! Dilworth Police Sending Second Trailer of Donated Supplies to Houston

People who want to donate more items to the station still have time

August 31, 2017

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DILWORTH, Minn. — When police in Dilworth began accepting donations for Hurricane Harvey victims, they expected to fill only one trailer. Officers said they got so many donations, the department is now sending down two trailers full of supplies. In less than two days, thousands of donated items from across the metro began to fill their trailers. They’ve been getting…

Fired Fargo Police Officer is Appealing his Termination

The fired officer was accused of several wrongdoings after an internal affairs investigation

August 10, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A fired Fargo police officer is appealing his termination. David Boelke was fired earlier this week after Chief David Todd said he intentionally did not respond to calls. Boelke’s attorney called the accusations “trumped up” and “disparaging.” Chief Todd also said Boelke willfully did not collect evidence, was disrespectful to his peers and lacked patience with the…

Fire in West Fargo Residential Garage Damages Vehicles

The fire department was able to keep the fire from spreading to other parts of the home

August 7, 2017

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WEST FARGO, ND — West Fargo Fire crews responded to a garage fire early this morning. They were called to 212 5th Street East at 6:20 a.m. where they found a garage engulfed in flames. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the garage and put the fire out quickly. However, two vehicles inside of the garage were damaged,…

Longest Serving Fargo Firefighter Returns to Firehouse

LeDoux served as chief at the department for six of his 47 years

August 3, 2017

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FARGO, ND — A long time Fargo firefighter steps back onto the job to see what’s changed since he’s been gone. Eighteen years after retiring from the Fargo Fire Department, Duke LeDoux is finally making his return. LeDoux worked at the department for 47 years, making him the longest serving fireman in Fargo’s fire house history. He had read about…