Youth Firefighting training

MARENISCO – The Marenisco Volunteer Fire Department is looking to grow its ranks and is aiming at getting young people interested in firefighting by sponsoring a Junior Cadet program.  The department is holding a series of firefighting training demonstrations for its cadets, ages 14 to 18. The next session is set for Aug. 5 at 5 p.m., and will feature a demonstration of firefighting techniques as well as a question and answer session.  Cadets meet once a week for about 2 to 4 hours to train to become firefighters.  Cadets who complete the program are able to take a test and receive firefighter certification at age 16 and once they turn 18 are able to become a firefighter.  The program is open to all teens in Gogebic County.  For more information call 906-364-4114.