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Monday, October 25th, 2021
On Monday, October 25th, members from Local 1803 visited the offices of Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks. Local 1803 raised money this year through the sale of Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirts....
Friday, October 22nd, 2021
Please consider purchasing 2021 Reading Fire Department Toy Drive apparel to help us get toys for local kids in need this Christmas. We appreciate you helping us in this great cause! Link posted below...
Friday, October 1st, 2021
Hired on February 1st of 1995, Judd Weber began his firefighting career on the C-Platoon where he was assigned as a jumper after graduating the fire academy. Firefighter Weber remained a jumper on C-s...
Friday, July 23rd, 2021
Congratulations to the 2021 recruit class on their graduation of the fire academy. The recruit class has finished 6 months of strenuous training led by Lieutenant Batz and now will be assigned to stre...
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Friday, July 27th, 2018
The 2018 recruit class graduated on Friday evening July 27th after a formal program was held at the DoubleTree Hotel. The new recruits have been assigned to platoons as follows:A PlatoonWilliam Corvese Thomas McClaffertyPaul Brutto B PlatoonCody Schaeffer Wade VanBuskirkKurtis Knauss D PlatoonPaul D...
Tuesday, July 24th, 2018
The 2018 United Way Person of the year award is awarded to 1st Deputy Chief Kemery. Chief Kemery has been a leadership giver for many years of the City of Reading’s United Way Campaign. During the most recent campaign, Chief Kemery’s donation accounted for over 25% of the City of Reading...
Wednesday, July 18th, 2018
The following assignment is per Personnel Directive 2018-30Robert Schmale, Ladder 1 Tillerman "A" platoon - Ladder 1 Tillerman "C" platooneffective July 27th
Wednesday, July 18th, 2018
On Wednesday, July 18th a special group of cyclists arrived at the Southwest Station on Lancaster Avenue for a special tour and fire truck ride. The riders are part of the Jett Ride which promotes awareness for Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy.
Saturday, July 14th, 2018
We regret to announce the passing of Retired Firefighter Robert R. Ringler Sr. FF Ringler retired from service on March 16th, 1988. Ringler spent the majority of his 35 years working Ladder 1. Bobby also served as the very first president of Reading Firefighters Local 1803 in 1968.
Tuesday, July 10th, 2018
Congratulations to Firefighter's William Lomnychuk & Andrew Rebuck on winning 1st Flight at the Berks County Partners Golf Tournament held at Moselum Springs Golf Club.
Sunday, June 24th, 2018
June 25, 2018 will mark the first anniversary of the passing of Matthew Schneck. Matthew came to Reading after retiring from Allentown FD. He was a veteran of the Navy and brought with him a wealth of knowledge in fire suppression, hazmat, bomb squad, and water rescue from his many years of service ...
Wednesday, June 20th, 2018
Reading Firefighters have been receiving training in water rescue techniques from Harrisburg Firefighters Lt. Corey Stone & Capt. Mike Feldman. After spending some time in the classroom all platoons will enter a pool to learn rescue and self-survival techniques.
Tuesday, June 19th, 2018
The 2018 firefighter recruit school is nearing the end of the formal academy time. Early next month the recruits will be released to companies for driver training and district familiarization. PHOTOS
Sunday, June 17th, 2018
Congratulations to Blaine Aydelott on his position with the Philadelphia Fire Department. He will complete an 8-week academy and graduate on August 9th. Blaine was hired in March of 2017.
Wednesday, June 13th, 2018
On Wednesday, June 13th firefighters traveled to the Variety Club Camp in Worcester to participate in the 2018 Greater Lehigh Valley MDA Summer Camp. The summer camp allows for children of all ages to come together for the week and enjoy life without the stresses of everyday living.
Monday, June 4th, 2018
On Monday, June 4th firefighters from many departments gathered in Northhampton to honor Reading Firefighter Erik Hirner. Hirner was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident while commuting to work on May 27th.
Sunday, May 27th, 2018
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Firefighter Erik Hirner (Badge 303). Hirner was gravely injured on Friday, May 25th in an accident on Maidencreek Road. Hirner frequently traveled the road to come to work to avoid the heavy traffic on Route 222.
Friday, May 25th, 2018
On Friday May 25th, Firefighter Erik Hirner was on his way to work reporting for night-shift duty with the C platoon. During the commute, he was involved in a vehicle accident on Maidencreek Road in Maindencreek Township.
Tuesday, May 22nd, 2018
In a move to improve government infrastructure, the city is moving forward on a large project to construct 2 firehouses and consolidate several older houses. The ambitious project will have both projects under construction at the same time in the hopes to lower construction costs.
Monday, May 14th, 2018
On Monday, May 14th newly promoted officers were "sworn-in" during the monthly city council meeting. Those promoted over the past few weeks included:1st Deputy Chief James Stoudt Jr. - C platoon 2nd Deputy Chief Michael Glore - C platoonLieutenant Fire Training Stuart BansnerLieutenant Fir...
Friday, May 11th, 2018
The Reading Firefighters held their Spring Boot Drive on Friday, May 11th. Donations were collected at the door of the Wawa from 6:00-9:00w while greeting folks purchasing their morning coffee. Firefighters then took to the streets at 11:00 to begin taking donations from motorists.
Friday, April 27th, 2018
Congratulations to Glenn Raundensky on graduating from the Harrisburg Area Community College training academy. FF Raudensky will move into a specialized program given to Harrisburg Fire Recruits.
Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
The following assignment is per Personnel Directive 2018-23Andrew LaFaver, Jumper "A" platoon - Engine 1 Driver "A" platooneffective April 27th
Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
Congratulations to Paramedic Christopher Bixler on his promotion to Fire Prevention Lieutenant Chris was hired by the department on April 11th of 2010 and assigned to Medic 2 on the "D" platoon.
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