New rescue boat celebrated at Elizabeth meeting
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March 1, 2023

New rescue boat celebrated at Elizabeth meeting

By Mon Valley Independent

By Max Robinette

mrobinette@yourmvi.com

Elizabeth Borough leaders held a short meeting Tuesday, hurrying to welcome the long-awaited arrival of the fire department’s new boat. Councilman and fire Chief Chad Rager announced the boat’s arrival during the meeting, and council members quickly motioned to approve all new business in one vote and adjourned the meeting. Members rushed to Market Street, where crews had blocked off the road in front of the fire hall. Within minutes, an Elizabeth fire department truck approached, hauling a 26-foot long, 300-horsepower boat covered in blue protective wrap.

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