SOMERS POINT -- It was a chance to keep cool on a hot day, as members of the community came together to support their fire department at a local yogurt place.

Dozens of people came to the Yogo Factory in Somers Point for a big fundraiser to support the Somers Point Volunteer Fire Department. Officials say they had a great turnout, and the kids especially loved the event.

"It’s great, the kids love to come out to these events, get to see the dogs, get to see fire trucks and see a little bit of what's out there,” said Mark McElwee, K-9 Handler, Somers Point Police Dept.

Fun and entertainment were also on hand, as the police department's K–9 unit also provided a demonstration.

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ATLANTIC CITY -- On Sunday morning, an Atlantic City fire truck went missing at the Tropicana.

The on duty crew parked the fire truck on Brighton Avenue before entering the casino to assist people trapped in an elevator on the 31st floor.

Lt. Dan Ritzel tells NBC40 that as the crew spent an hour helping the patrons in the elevator, the fire truck was stolen.

Officers arrived on site to assist with the search for the truck. Shortly after, the fire engine was found near the North Tower valet.

Although authorities located the vehicle, officials do not know who moved the fire engine and they are still investigating.

Posted: Friday, August 17, 2012 10:28 am | Updated: 12:24 am, Sat Aug 18, 2012.

By SARAH WATSON, Staff WriterpressofAtlanticCity.com

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Posted: Wednesday, August 15, 2012 12:10 am | Updated: 12:04 am, Wed Aug 15, 2012.

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This article is written on behalf of the officers and members of the Independent Volunteer Fire Company who had the honor to call Tom a brother and a friend.

HAMMONTON, New Jersey – Veteran Fire Fighter Thomas C. Elvins III, of Hammonton; a 66 year Hammonton Volunteer, passed away Friday July 27th 2012, from injuries suffered in a motor vehicle accident earlier this month in Egg Harbor Township.

This seasoned firefighter was known around the firehouse by a number of names, including....Continue Reading