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Astoria honors firefighter Wade Matthews on retirement; crew awarded Lifesaver coins after rescue
Astoria City Council · December 15, 2025
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The council recognized Lieutenant Wade Matthews for 25 years of service; Chief Crutchfield presented a Lifesaver award to firefighters after a November cardiac arrest response that saved a resident's life.
The Astoria City Council recognized Lieutenant Wade Matthews on Dec. 15 as he prepares to retire after 25 years with the Astoria Fire Department.
Fire Chief Dan Crutchfield described Matthews’ career, noting promotions to engineer and lieutenant and Matthews’ role coordinating Office of State Fire Marshal Hazmat Team 11. Chief Crutchfield and…
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