Eugene
Eugene Police officer receives life-saving award from Eugene Springfield Fire
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Springfield Fire Department presented Officer Wolgamott of the Eugene Police Department with the ESF Life Saving Award last week for his role in saving a patient who collapsed at the airport.
Deputy Chief Lay and Officer Wolgamott, who were former high school football teammates, made the award presentation a memorable occasion.
According to fire officials, Officer Wolgamott worked closely with airport staff to perform effective CPR until emergency responders arrived to take over.
The award recognizes exceptional efforts by first responders to preserve life and highlights the collaboration between local law enforcement and fire personnel in emergency situations.
-
Oregon4 days agoGovernor Kotek vetoes House Bill 4177, citing concerns the legislation could unintentionally weaken transparency while attempting to clarify Oregon’s public meetings law
-
Oregon1 week agoGovernor Tina Kotek signs eight bills to limit impacts of federal immigration enforcement and ensure immigration status can no longer be used as evidence in civil court cases
-
Oregon1 week agoGovernor Tina Kotek considers veto of public meetings bill, raised concerns that certain provisions may undermine transparency in how public business is conducted
-
Eugene4 days agoEugene Springfield Fire responds to gas leak after construction work strikes line, reminds residents to call 811 before digging
-
Eugene4 days agoEugene police identify and charge suspects in bias assault after update on April 15 attack
-
Crime & Safety1 week ago43-year-old man arrested following investigation into multiple deli robberies
-
Eugene4 days agoEugene police report burglary ring targeting homes after break-in in Churchill neighborhood, urge residents to secure valuables and improve security measures
-
Oregon4 days agoGovernor Kotek responds to court decision on Oregon health care law, says state will keep fighting to limit impacts on residents and protect access to reproductive health care
