BERLIN — The Berlin Fire Department has received national recognition for its rescue of a deer from the Androscoggin River last week.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals President Ingrid Newkirk notified Firefighters Union Local 1088 that it is receiving a “Compassionate Fire Department Award” for rescuing the deer.

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