34 year veteran Tim Smith, Newark Fire Departments primary Fire Investigator, graduated the Central Ohio Technical College Police Academy Training today. Investigator/Officer Smith not only graduated, he received the Most Dedicated award as well as the Officer Thomas W. Cottrell, Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service. The later of the awards was voted on by his peers to receive the accolade. Congratulations to Tim on his hard work and dedication.