P fckxhtmljob1The GRFDnbsphas commenced its annual fund drive.nbsp As an all volunteer organization the support of the community that the GRFD serves and protects is essential.nbsp A link to the donation letter recently sent to all residents of Glen Rock can be found atnbspA … [Read more...]

pThe GRFD responded to an odor of gas located in the premises of 522 South Broad Street.nbsp Upon arrival Chief Jennings requested an expedited response from PSEampG due to the strong odor coming from the building.nbsp Upon further investigation it appeared a small fire had … [Read more...]

pThe GRFD assisted in the rescue of a black bear stuck in a tree. nbspLadder 832s Lt. Gallagher tower ladder was placed into operation at the scene to assist a representative from the NJ Fish and Wildlife Department in tranquilizing the bear. nbspThe bear was dubbed Holly by the … [Read more...]

The Glen Rock Fire Department held its annual dinner at which the line and company officers were sworn into office. nbspLine Officers for 2013 are Chief -- Thomas Jennings Assistant Chief -- Mike Maurice Captain -- Mike Sgarella Lieutenants -- Mike Jennings Joe Felt Mike Aguilar … [Read more...]

pThe GRFD provided standby coverage to the Hawthorne FD during a working structure fire at La Cantina Restaurant on Goffle Road. nbspEngine 833 Lt. Aguilar responded to Hawthorne Fire Headquarters on Goffle Road and maintained coverage for approximately two hours. nbspIn addition … [Read more...]

pThenbspGRFD wanted to let all Glen Rock residents know that due to his busy work schedule Santa has decided to take his ride around town on the Fire Truck early this year. This will give him more time on Christmas Eve to load up the sleigh. Santa has asked that everyone be on … [Read more...]

The GRFD hosted a Central Bergen Mutual Aid Drill. nbspThe drill was conducted at Glen Rock Borough Hall and simulated a fire in the attic. nbspEngine 831 advanced 2 hand lines to the second floor and Ladder 832 conducted horizontal ventilation. nbspFair Lawn Company 4 acted as … [Read more...]

The GRFD hosted the 2012 Northwest Bergen Mutual Aid Association Memorial Service. The event took place at the Bergen County Fire Academy in Mahwah. nbspThe memorial service honored all NWBMA firefighters that passed away during 2012. nbspSpecial thanks to the GRFD Color Guard … [Read more...]

pnbspEngine 831 was decked out in holiday splendor to help welcome in the Xmas season. nbspThe GRFD along with over 100 other organizations participated in the annual Wallington Holiday Parade. nbspParticipating apparatus are decorated in all shapes and forms as part of the … [Read more...]

P fckxhtmljob1The GRFD has been extremely busy as a result of Hurricane Sandy and the recent Noreaster that brought additional winds and snow to the tri-state area.nbsp The Department responded to scores of calls for downed trees and power lines as well as numerous fire alarms … [Read more...]

pThe Glen Rock Fire Department mourns the loss FF Richard quotAggiequot Agnello Sr.nbsp FF Agnello was a member of the GRFDnbspfor almost sixty years and was just a few weeks shy of his 90th birthday when he passed away on October 28 2012.nbsp FF Agnello served asnbspCompany … [Read more...]

pThe GRFDnbspresponded to the report of a smoke condition at the Chase Bank branch on Rock Rd.nbsp Upon receiving reports of heavy smoke Engine 831 Lt. Gallagher laidnbspits 4quot supply line from thenbsphydrant at the corner ofnbspMain Street and Rock Rd.nbspnbspLt. Gallagher … [Read more...]

The GRFD lent a hand to the Hamilton School 5k run. nbspWhile no members were brave enough to participate in the run the GRFD provided Engine 833 to support the days activities. nbspSpecial thanks to FFs Pimlott and K. Sellitti for showing the kids around the apparatus and … [Read more...]

pThe GRFD hosted a pancake breakfast for the residents of Glen Rock. nbspThe breakfast was held in conjunction with start of National Fire Prevention Week. nbspThe skilled fire department chefs served plain pancakes blueberry pancakes and sausages. nbspThe GRFD extends its thanks … [Read more...]

pThe GRFD responded to a small basement fire on Ashton Pl. nbspUpon arrival Asst. Chief Maurice reported a smoke condition in the basement. nbspEngine 831 Lt. Gallagher advanced a hand line into the basement and extinguished the fire which was located in the furnace room. … [Read more...]