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News & Updates
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New SCBAs Will Help Locate Firefighters in Trouble on the Fire Ground
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Discarded Fireplace Ashes Caused West Side Garage Fire
postedCity of Madison fire investigators believe a fire that caused $150,000 in damage to a west side home Sunday night was caused by fireplace ashes discarded into a garbage container in the home's attached garage.
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Enis Ragland to Receive 2012 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Award
postedMayor Paul Soglin announced today that Enis Ragland has been selected as the recipient of the sixth annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.
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Bedbug Update
postedThe numbers of reported bedbug problems has steadily increased throughout the United States over the past decade.
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PLAN AHEAD FOR WINTER WEATHER
postedNow that winter weather seems to be arriving, prepare ahead to prevent winter damage. Unprotected water pipes and meters are vulnerable to freezing.
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Community Immunity: A Campaign to Keep the Community Healthy
postedOver the next couple of months you may see some familiar faces on the sides of Madison Metro buses or on posters throughout the community.
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Closure 300 Block Princeton Avenue, starting 12/5/12
postedJ.H. Findorff & Son will be removing a construction ramp in the 300 block of Princeton Avenue at 1815 University Avenue.
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Turn Your Holidays Green
postedThe holiday shopping season is in full swing. Why not keep the health of the planet in mind while you look for the perfect gifts this year.
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Paint Fumes Sicken 7; Office Building Evacuated
postedThe City of Madison Fire Department's Hazardous Materials team was called to a west side office building this afternoon after occupants reported trouble breathing and hives.
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Yard Waste Sites Will Close at 4:30 p.m. This Sunday
postedThe City of Madison yard waste drop off sites will close for the season at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday December 2nd. The Site at 402 South Point RD will be closed permanently.
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Closure 300 Block Princeton Avenue
postedJ.H. Findorff & Son will be setting up a crane in the 300 block of Princeton Ave to assist with construction.
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MGE Foundation Funds CO Alarm Giveaway for Meals on Wheels Clients
postedWith furnaces and fireplaces heating up for the season, it's important to check carbon monoxide alarms regularly - once a month - to ensure that they are operable.
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Ald. Rhodes-Conway Will Not Seek Reelection
postedMadison, WI - Satya Rhodes-Conway, District 12 alder, announced today that she will not seek reelection in April. Rhodes-Conway was elected in 2007 after defeating four opponents in a hotly contested race.
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Madison Parks awarded $18,000 grant from Madison Community Foundation for Oak Savanna Restoration
postedMadison Parks was awarded an $18,000 grant from the Madison Community Foundation this fall.
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Ald. Brian Solomon Not Seeking Re-Election in 2013
postedServing as 10th District Alder over the past six years has been an incredible privilege.