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The Haverhill Fire Department is holding a “Run for Tommy,” a 5-kilometer race to help pay for a fellow firefighter’s expenses while being treated for a serious medical condition.
Three weeks after getting married, Haverhill firefighter Tommy Quinlan was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Despite Quinlan being at the department for only a few years, organizers said, “he’s part of our Haverhill Fire family, and we want to do everything we can to support him, his wife Tasha and their son Callum through treatment and the road ahead.”
To support the Quinlan family, Haverhill firefighters are holding a 5-kilometer race Saturday, Nov. 14, beginning at 9 a.m., at Northern Essex Community College, 100 Elliot St., Haverhill.
All proceeds will go to the family. Members said this will show the family “how many people are behind them.” Any donations after helping Quinlan will remain in a dedicated account to help other Haverhill firefighters or their families should they need similar support in the future.
Organizers added, “Run it, walk it, donate or just help us spread the word. We’d love to see our members, families, fellow first responders, friends and the Haverhill community come together for a great cause.”
Registration is $35 per person. Those interested are asked to sign up on the RaceRoster website at raceroster.com.