Kensington Volunteer Fire Department celebrates its 100th anniversary

Members of the Kensington, Maryland, community gathered outside its town hall Saturday to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department.

The open house featured food trucks, face painting, a moon bounce, a fire truck pull and kids got to be a firefighter for a day.

“It’s a chance for kids to dress up like a firefighter and experience what it’s like,” said Sajad Ali, Kensington’s deputy fire chief. “Day to day activities.”

Along with honoring the fire department, Lynn Tantardini, president of the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, said they’re thanking the community.

“We’re here to bring our house to theirs,” Tantardini said.

Appreciation came up a lot at the open house, from both me

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