#Westport Connecticut–Chief Andrew Kingsbury was the guest speaker last week for the Connecticut Fire Academy’s Recruit Class 58’s graduation ceremony held at Central Connecticut State University. Three Westport Firefighter’s graduated as members of Recruit Class 58. The new recruits completed an intense 14 week live in academy that focuses on developing the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for a new firefighter to preform entry-level tasks under direct supervision. Graduating today with Class 58 are Firefighters Elizabeth Ferguson, Joshua Gamble and Christopher Balich.
By Stephen Krauchick
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