Crime & Safety

Give a Boot—Help Stop Muscular Dystrophy

Firefighters raising money along Ridge Avenue.

While driving down Ridge Avenue in Roxborough Friday, you might notice some raised boots.

were looking for motorist and pedestrains' help Friday in the city's ongoing support of muscular dystrophy research.

Workers in the Philadelphia Fire Department and Local #22 of the International Association of Firefighters are working to raise money in the Muscular Dystrophy “Fill the Boot” Campaign.

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All money raised goes to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Donors receive a "I Helped Fire Fighters Help MDA" sticker.

Companies are rotating pledge shifts, so while you may miss firefighters next to the police station, you could see them further or .

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Visit the fire department's website for more information.


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