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 1307 Centre Street  Ashland, PA

Phone: 570.875.1241

 

Welcome to Hookies.org, the official website of the Washington Fire Company, located in Ashland, Pennsylvania.  For over 100 yrs., the Washington Fire Company has been dedicated to serving the residents of Ashland Borough and the surrounding communities.  While at our site you will find plenty of information regarding our fire company such as news, fire apparatus pictures, fire company history and our membership. The site will be constantly evolving, stop back frequently.



News

 

DELIVERED!!!

8/15/06 - The new engine was delivered today. Everything looks good. There are a few minor issues that need attention.  As soon as time permits Driver and Pump training will be conducted and the unit will be in service. Many thanks to our "2" salesmen Gene Middlecamp and John Rossetti and also Campbell Supply for their suppport. Pictures coming soon.

COMPLETE!!!

5/5/2006 - The new Engine 38-15 is complete and should be ready for shipment by the end of next week, after a few minor changes. The final inspection was a success.  The members would like to thank the employees of American LaFrance for their grand hospitality during our visit.

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Members and John Stevenson, President of American Lafrance


1976 HAHN FOR SALE

 Our 1976 Hahn is now for sale.  Email... hookies38@hotmail.com for additional info.


FIRE Act  2004

31, December 2004 - Today we recieved notification that our 2004 grant application has been approved by the Department of Homeland Security for $225,000 toward the purchase of a new fire engine.  This new engine will replace Engine 38-15, which has served us well since 1976.


The New Rescue 38-50

Congratulations to the Washington Fire Co. Community Ambulance Assoc. for the purchase of this new heavy rescue from Marion Body Works. 


We have recently received a $10,000 grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for equipment. 


New Uniforms

A vote of the membership passed a new standard for company uniforms. The new uniforms will consist of Dark Blue shirts and pants. We are currently working on a new patch design. More details as they become available.  Hopefully we can implement this prior to the 2005 parade season.

 




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