Connecticut News: Local Heroes Rescue Man From Fire and Receive Recognition

On Thanksgiving Day 2024, we reflect on some heartwarming stories of gratitude. Staff members at a pizzeria and burger restaurant were honored for saving a man’s life during a brush fire, while a police officer, firefighters, and medical crew worked together to assist a man who fell while pumping gas. Former resident Ed Petner, now a paraplegic, is swimming to raise charity funds, and lifeguards’ bravery saved three lives. A doctor, forced to retire at 70, now thrives as an artist. Local swimmer Ali Truwit achieved silver medals and American records at the Paralympic Games. Daniel Kearney, filming in town, works alongside childhood idols. Baseball players find success wearing a journeyman player’s jersey. A collaboration between grocers and a pantry aids the needy. Facility dog Harrison was promoted after a successful year. Local resident John Spellman won gold in freestyle wrestling at the 1924 Olympics. Historic instruments played by Jews during the Holocaust were restored. Crews rescued a small dog from a marsh at the State Park. The Patch community platform connects communities in Connecticut. Thank you for reading.

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