Rescue squad honored in Waddington

The Waddington Rescue Squad held a banquet at the Waddington American Legion Post 420 on April 13 and honored several members. From left are Chief Jennifer Collins, Christine Bruso (President's Award recipient), Courtney Skinner (Chief's Award recipient), Benjamin Cochrane (Rookie of the Year recipient and Youngest EMT), and Julie McBath, president. Shaun and Susan Prentice, owners of St. Lawrence Recreation, also made a $1,500 donation to the rescue squad.

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