“I think this is probably one of the best places to call home.” Those are the words of Hampden Township Volunteer Fire Company President Mike Taylor. He’s called Hampden’s fire …
New Kingstown firefighter finds sense of purpose in volunteering
Joining New Kingstown Fire Company as a 14-year-old junior firefighter was an easy decision for Bailey Horning. Bailey’s grandfather was a New Kingstown firefighter as is his father, who serves …
Hampden chief encourages others to give volunteer firefighting a shot
“It was my home from the very beginning.” While Dexter Owen officially became a volunteer junior firefighter in 2004, he says he’s been involved in volunteer fire service since 1990 …
Third-generation volunteer firefighter follows in footsteps of both sides of the family
As a kid, Dakota Harrison knew he’d likely follow in his family’s footsteps and join the fire service. And those footsteps weren’t just planted on one side of the family. …
Happy Father’s Day to Steve Overmiller of Lower Allen Fire Company
Happy Father’s Day to Steve Overmiller of Lower Allen Fire Company No. 1 @lowerallenfire ! Steve volunteers with his daughter, Sydney. Be sure to wish Steve a Happy Father’s’ Day! …
Happy Father’s Day to Nolan’s Dad!
Even though Keith Littlewood has been in fire service for 40 years, many at Northeast Fire & Rescue know him best (or only) as “Nolan’s Dad.” His son, Nolan, ended …
South Hanover family finds love for volunteer firefighting
Andrew Dresher was taking photographs of rising waters during a 2011 flood as a freelance photographer, when the South Hanover Fire Company 47 fire chief approached him and asked him …
South Hanover Fire Company 47 daughter volunteers with her ‘hero’ father
“My dad is my hero and my role model.” These are the words of Laurel Musser, who along with her dad, Jason Musser, volunteers with Union Deposit Volunteer/South Hanover Fire …
Retired Silver Spring Community Fire Co. fire chief reflects on volunteering with son
Ben McDonald has known the Silver Spring Community Fire Co for as long as he can remember. His dad, Doug, has been with the department for more than 40 years, …