BORODINO NAMES MILLER FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR.(Neighbors West)

From: The Post-Standard (Syracuse, NY) | Date: June 17, 2004 | Copyright information

Byline: Dick Clarke

Dave Miller recently was honored as Firefighter of The Year by the Borodino Fire Department. He just finished a term as chief and was elected first assistant chief. He talked with staff writer Dick Clarke.

Name: Dave Miller

Home: Howe Road, Spafford

How I describe my neighborhood: Farming community. I've lived there 35 years and I'm originally from North Tonawanda.

Occupation: Service technician at Back...

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