Scott Raygor News Today

The city of Fairbanks has selected its new fire chief. Check out photos from the Caswell Fire Department based in Willow. Plus, Rosie Brennan will be bringing some hardware home

Retiring Chief Scott Raygor spent 28 years at the department

Going into 2024, the new chief proposed a community paramedic program, a city-funded position that would include behavioral health training.

After 28 years on the fire line, Fairbanks Fire Chief Scott Raygor will be retiring from the department at the end of November.

The Fairbanks Fire Department has been looking for ways to improve response times and be able to serve specific segments within the community.

The Fairbanks City Council adopted a resolution that effectively waives fire inspect fees in specific cases at Monday’s regular meeting.

A proposed ordinance to set parameters for private ambulance companies who would operate in the City of Fairbanks continues to receive some pushback as one of its sponsors has concerns.

A Fairbanks City Council discussion about a grant application to fund an emergency services coordinator evolved into a larger discussion Tuesday morning about emergency preparedness.

The Fairbanks City Council has a full agenda tonight, including three public hearings during its regular meeting and a work session to discuss a potential ballot proposition.

The Fairbanks City Council will decide on Monday whether to add an additional battalion chief to the Fairbanks Fire Department as a way to reduce departmental overtime.