The Gloucester County Fire Chiefs Association will be hosting a leadership seminar on October 3rd with John Salka from FDNY. In the morning he will present "Your not in the front seat to beep the horn" and in the afternoon he will present "5-Alarm leadership". The cost is FREE … [Read more...]

William E. Holmstrom Sr. Woodbury Heights, NJ William E. Holmstrom, Sr. "Pops", age 71 died on August 13, 2015. Born in Philadelphia, he was raised and lived in Woodbury Heights most of his life. Bill graduated from Woodbury High School in 1962 and received his Bachelor's Degree … [Read more...]

This past week, the Glassboro Fire Dept. lost one of its own. Glen "Mickey" Brown was a member of our department for over 40 years, serving as Chief from 1990 to 1993. Mickey was a staple around the firehouse, often found enjoying a cup of coffee with other members. He will … [Read more...]

The Officers and Members of the Westville Fire Department regrettfully announce the passing of Department President Angelo Natoli. Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts. Additional information will be announced as it becomes available. Obituary for President Angelo … [Read more...]

Joseph C. Petsch Sr. Franklin Twp., NJ Joseph C. Petsch, Sr., of Star Cross / Franklin Twp., on Friday, November 14, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Philadelphia, Pa, Joe was a life lifelong resident of Star Cross / Franklin Twp. He was a veteran of the … [Read more...]

The Annual Gloucester County Fire Chiefs & Fire Officers Awards Banquet will be Thursday,  January 8th, 2015 at Masso’s Crystal Manor Ballroom, 210 South Delsea Drive, Glassboro, NJ 08028, Cocktails will begin at 1800hrs. Tickets available by contacting the County Fire … [Read more...]

Peg Chila She had a boat when she was a little girl called the "can do." It became Peg's motto. Whenever there was a problem you could count on Peg being around. Seems she was unable to cook single portions: when people were laid up she'd coordinate the effort to bring meals to … [Read more...]

William L. Ross, Sr. Volunteering was just part of his nature. Whether he was serving as umpire for Little League (much to the dismay of Bill Jr.) or was fighting fires as a member Woolwich Fire Co. Bill always put service to his community first. He was a life member of the fire … [Read more...]

The Washington Township Fire Department and the Grenloch Fire Company recently placed in service two new units. Engine 10-11, is a 2014 Spartan / Crimson pumper, equipped with a 2000 GPM pump, 500 GAL tank, and 100 GAL foam tank. Ladder 10-16 is a 2013 Spartan / Smeal tower, … [Read more...]

The National Park Fire Co. (Gloucester County NJ) Sta. 8-1 recently placed in service this 2014 E-One Typhoon. The new engine is equipped with a 2000GPM pump and 780 GAL. tank. The truck was built on a custom stainless steel chassis at the E-One facility in Ocala FL. The new … [Read more...]

The Forest Grove Fire Company Station 43-5, recently received this 2014 Polaris Ranger 6X6 emergency response vehicle. The new apparatus is equipped with a Kimtek slide-in firefighting unit, with a 90 GPM Pump and 70 GAL water tank. The vehicle is also equipped with 50' of 1" … [Read more...]

On Saturday May 4th, 2014 members gathered at the Christ Church in Woodbury, for the Gloucester County Fire Chiefs Association, annual Feast of Saint Florian, Many companies from across Gloucester County, brought the fire apparatus to be blessed by The Reverend Father Brian … [Read more...]

Come out to the Harrisonville Fire Company, 30 Main Street, Harrisonville, NJ 09039 on Saturday June 7th, 2014, from 0800hrs to 1400hrs, for their Community Yard Sale. Spaces are still available, see the attached flyer for more information. … [Read more...]