On Saturday, two probationary firefighters completed an agility test to determine their fitness and motor skill levels. This test is administered to any new firefighters who did not receive their initial training at a local fire academy sponsored by GFD.…
A weather event last night resulted in power outages and tree damage in the northwest parts of Laketown Township. Our fire department crews were out most of the night on reports of wires down and trees across roadways. Areas to…
Cub Scout Troop #3033 from Hamilton dropped in to the fire station on Thursday. They needed some elevation for a final test a project they have been working on. Will an egg survive a fall from a high place and…
Today, Chief Doug DenBleyker received a check from Marathon Petroleum Corporation. The $2,000 will be applied to equipment purchasing for the new truck set to arrive this year. Above, the chief receives a check from Tom Hobson from Marathon. The…
In late 2024, the Graafschap Fire Department wrote for an Auto Club Group Foundation (AAA) grant which would 100% fund the purchase of a new rescue tool. This tool would replace a 40-year old unit and will be carried on…
Did you hear the emergency weather sirens on Sunday ? Neither did we! That’s because the North-West corner of Allegan County is lacking the outdoor warning infrastructure to be included in the alerts. Allegan County Emergency Management announced late last…
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Do you want to make a difference in our community? Make an appointment today for March 27. It takes a village to accomplish complex tasks, but your individual effort can do great things for an individual. Kinzie Frey is a…
On Monday, Graafschap Fire Department and AMR Ambulance trained with each other on some new equipment. Also, some more complex scenarios brought both agencies together resulting in enhanced patient care. Above, Paramedic Supervisor Heather Martin shows members how to set…
General discussions between Graafschap Fire Board representatives from Fillmore and Laketown Townships took place on Thursday, March 6th. Talks were in-depth and meaningful regarding the aging fire apparatus and what the replacements should look like. Members also discussed future staffing…