Volunteer Voices: Matt Kendall
In October 2023, Matt Kendall joined Collegeville Fire Company, and by June 2024, he successfully completed his Firefighter I course at Montgomery County Fire Academy. He learned about volunteer opportunities when he moved to the area, across the street from the fire station. “After a few weeks of hearing the house siren and the sound of fire trucks leaving, I …
Montgomery County fire companies’ fight to gain volunteers is ongoing battle
Montgomery County fire companies’ fight to gain volunteers is ongoing battle
Montgomery County fire companies’ fight to gain volunteers is ongoing battle
Via TheReporter While wildfires sweeping across southern California have drawn national headlines this winter, fire companies closer to home are facing some of the same challenges as their west coast counterparts. Local firefighters are looking for help from their communities so they can continue to do what they do best. “Volunteering is of course down. We’re at an all-time low …
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week at Your Local Fire Company’s Free, All-Ages Event
Centre Square Fire Company and 25+ Participating Fire & Rescue Companies When: Friday, October 4 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Location: Wentz Run Park, 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell. Details: Learn various ways of preventing kitchen fires, how to use a fire extinguisher and fire safety tips. Watch live demonstrations including vehicle rescue and water rescue. Enjoy refreshments and …
Start the new school year as a junior firefighter at your local North Penn area fire company
Students hoping to find a new passion this school year just might draw some inspiration from Audrey Kerney. At just 14 years old, Kerney gained the skills and knowledge of fire safety at Upper Gwynedd Township Fire Department as a junior firefighter. The Montgomery County Fire Chiefs Association is happy to spotlight Kerney’s journey in hopes of getting teenagers to …
Volunteer Voices: Rachel Weiner
Rachel Weiner, Captain of Fire Department of Montgomery Township, started volunteering in March 2014 as a junior firefighter. “Since the day I joined, I’ve learned and trained hard. I went through fire school to obtain Firefighter I and from there, I never stopped learning,” said Rachel. On top of her Firefighter I certificate, Rachel has her Firefighter II, and has …