Valley fire departments get grants from BWC

The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation awarded $693,000 in grants to 64 Ohio fire departments in October and November for a program designed to protect firefighters from carcinogens and other health hazards.

Three local departments were among the selected fire departments.

Struthers Fire Department received $5,222 to purchase 34 hoods and 34 gloves. Champion Township Fire Department received $14,730 to purchase a diesel-exhaust system. The Kinsman Fire Department received $7,656 to purchase 44 gloves and 44 hoods.