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SPRINGFIELD, PA — Fire departments across Pennsylvania are facing rising costs and long delays for new fire trucks, raising concerns about public safety and equipment reliability.
Fire Truck Costs Surge, Delays Raise Safety Concerns Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Volunteer firefighters are the foundation of Pennsylvania’s emergency response system. With over 90% of the state’s more than 2,000 fire companies depending entirely on volunteers, these individuals …
Your Community Needs You: Step Up as a Volunteer Firefighter and Be a Local Hero Today Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) announced the recent distribution of more than $37.5 million in grant funding to over 2,500 fire departments and …
ICYMI: Pennsylvania Delivers $37.5M in Lifesaving Funding to Support Firefighters and First Responders Read More
ROYERSFORD, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) has announced that 33 fire and EMS providers in Senate District 44 will receive a total of $625,489 in state funding through …
Sen. Katie Muth Secures Over $625K for Local Fire and EMS Services! Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The City of Coatesville announces the appointment of Peter Huf as the City’s new Fire Chief. After a detailed vetting process conducted by an advisory group comprising …
Peter Huf Named City of Coatesville Fire Chief Read More
OLD FORGE, PA — At a recent hearing in Old Forge, Pennsylvania, local volunteer firefighting companies laid bare the financial and logistical challenges threatening their ability to serve their communities. …
Crisis in Old Forge: Volunteer Firefighters Battle Mounting Challenges Read More