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Monday, March 19, 2012

Alameda Firefighters shave for St. Baldrick's Foundation

Over the weekend, 21 Alameda Firefighters, including the Fire Chief, had their heads shaved at Children's Hospital in Oakland on behalf of the St. Baldrick's Foundation, a charitable foundation that funds childhood cancer research.
Alameda Firefighters team raised nearly $3,000, with the event itself raising over $160,000. Thanks to all who donated to St. Baldrick's and supported teams!

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