Latham Fire Department receives over $426K grant

Latham Fire Department criticized for not using grant to ensure 24/7 coverage

The Latham Fire Department is facing criticism from the Colonie Professional Firefighters Association for its handling of a FEMA SAFER grant intended to enhance

Latham Fire Department receives over $426K grant

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Latham Fire Department has received a more than $426,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The money will reportedly go toward staffing and firefighter safety improvements. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The funds -- which totaled $426,838.56 -- were allocated through the Staffing for Adequate …