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The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company met its fundraising goal to purchase a new side-by-side, a vital tool in its pony rescue and management operations. (Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Co.)

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va.- The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company met its fundraising goal to purchase a new side-by-side, a vital tool in its pony rescue and management operations.

The campaign raised $24,819, surpassing its original $24,150 goal.

The fire company relies on its current Polaris for rescue and roundup efforts on Assateague Island, as well as search and rescue missions, beach rescues, and high-water emergencies.

“This vehicle has allowed us to save so many ponies and make our operations far more efficient,” the department shared. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of everyone who donated.”

The fire company plans to share updates and photos once the new side-by-side is in use.

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Kristina DeRobertis joined CoastTV as an anchor and video journalist in August 2024. She has been with Draper Media since 2022 and previously worked as a reporter for WBOC out of the station's Dover Bureau. Kristina holds a degree in journalism and media studies with a minor in digital communications from Rutgers University. 

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