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HARRISBURG, PA — State auditors have released a new round of compliance reports examining how volunteer firefighters’ relief associations in Chester County managed public funds, identifying a mix of corrective …
Auditor General Flags Compliance Issues in Chester County Firefighters Relief Audits 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
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
JAMISON, PA — On Friday, Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor announced the disbursement of more than $68 million in state aid to volunteer firefighter relief associations (VFRAs) across the …
Fueling Bravery: Pennsylvania’s $68M Boost to Volunteer Firefighters Enhances Community Safety Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has found a unique way to thank its volunteer first responders and administrative members for their service – by offering them a real estate …
Chester County Tax Rebate Program: A Win for Volunteer First Responders Read More