Local Hero Receives Fire Service Citizen Award

On April 28, Jorge Ragghianti received the 2023 Ohio Fire Service Citizen Award from the State Fire Council at a ceremony in Columbus. Mr. Ragghianti was nominated for this award by the Lakewood Fire Department for his heroism in the lifesaving rescue of two children trapped in a burning vehicle in Lakewood. Pictured are Lakewood Fire Marshal Ryan Fairbanks, Fire Chief Tim Dunphy, Jorge Ragghianti, and Mayor George. Congratulations Mr. Ragghianti! You are a true hero!