On Saturday, this field served as a parking area for the raffle. Today, the farmer tilled the land and prepared it for planting. As of this update, planting is underway.
The farming community in our area has a longstanding connection with the fire station. This collaboration illustrates how the partnership works in practice. We value the strong working relationships that were established many years ... (Full Story & Photos)

Squad and Tanker 33 responded to assist Monroe Fire with a reported house fire on Monday morning. Upon arrival, Engine 225 observed smoke coming from the rear of the residence and deployed a hose line. Firefighters from Engine 336 and Squad 33 worked together to operate the hose on an exterior fire against the home. The crew from Engine 241 conducted a search inside the residence, while Ladder 36 ... (Full Story & Photos)

The official winners list from the 2026 Super Raffle is now available. The New Kingstown Fire Company and Shermans Dale Community Fire extend their appreciation to everyone who attended and supported the 19th Super Raffle event.
All members were actively engaged throughout the day, and event organizers hope attendees enjoyed their experience. Additional updates, including event statistics, will be ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Mifflintown Hose Company and Grantville Fire Company provided standby crews to cover the Engine and Squad during the Super Raffle. The crews responded to these incidents:

09:42 - Land Rescue

10:14 - Fire Alarm

14:15 - Fire Alarm

17:48 - Medical Assist

19:04 - Medical Assist

20:44 - Fire Alarm

The crew from Monroe Fire Company assisted with UTV access, and both Silver Spring ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members from both companies have dedicated long hours in preparation for the upcoming raffle, and there are several important updates. Many of these updates address questions received recently.

The main meal at the pavilion will include BBQ chicken leg quarters, pulled pork, baked beans, and applesauce. Meal tickets will be provided at registration.

Hamburgers and hot dogs have been moved to a new ... (Full Story & Photos)

The three most recent calls occurred on Interstate 81. On Thursday evening at 4:18 p.m., Companies 33, 41, and 45 were dispatched to the area of mile marker 50.3 southbound for a vehicle accident. Squad, Engine, Traffic, and Chief 33 responded to the scene. Upon arrival, crews found a three-vehicle accident blocking the left lane. Chief 7 then reduced the response to Company 33 and EMS72.

At 3:15 ... (Full Story & Photos)

To improve transparency regarding layout changes for the 2026 Super Raffle, a detailed map has been developed to show precisely where attendees can find everything on the event grounds. The area designated as "Tent City" has been expanded to double its previous size by including access to the adjacent township park in addition to the fire company grounds.

The hamburger and hot dog area has been separated ... (Full Story & Photos)

The main entrance to the fire station will be closed to all traffic except members and vendors during the Super Raffle event.

If you are entering the grounds from Carlisle Pike and heading south on Locust Point Road, continue past the fire station to just before the railroad tracks, then turn right. Fire police will be present to direct you into the field. Please follow their instructions for parking ... (Full Story & Photos)

Cardboard trash boxes are an important part of our annual operations. Each year, Carlisle Container donates boxes for our use. This year, we are utilizing leftover boxes from previous years to conserve resources and promote reuse. While preparing the boxes, the crew created an impressive cardboard box display.

Maintaining our property during the raffle is a top priority. We partner with Boy Scout ... (Full Story & Photos)

Chief Brown has completed the March Township Fire and EMS Report. Efforts are ongoing to improve the accuracy of reporting in order to reflect true responder numbers and response times. This information will be shared with township supervisors and staff.

The department is also reviewing response area boundaries within the township and exploring ways to optimize the use of automatic and mutual aid ... (Full Story & Photos)

Squad 33, staffed with four members, was transferred to Grantville at 1:12 a.m. while crews responded to an overnight barn fire. No additional calls were answered during this time. Squad 33 returned shortly after 3:30 a.m.... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday afternoon, Township fire companies and water rescue teams from Monroe and Carlisle Fire Rescue responded to a call near the Conodoguinet Creek by Greenbriar Drive in Silver Spring Township. Because access to the scene was steep, emergency crews were redirected to the Hidden Creek Park area off Millfording Road for a safer approach. Crew members carried out a shore-based rescue, successfully ... (Full Story & Photos)

While today's weather is NOT what we would like to see for next Saturday, we are pushing on. Most all of the tents were setup this week with a few tweaks remaining. We are adding for seating under tents, rearranging the layout, adding more area for "tent city", and separating the main meal area from the burgers and hot dogs. We believe your experience will be much improved over 2025. And YES, we still ... (Full Story & Photos)