BRVFC was dispatched to assist Lower Providence at a brush fire in the area of Valley Lane and Nester Drive. ATV68-1 and Engine 68-1 responded and assisted with fire attack and water supply. Units returned to station at approximately 8:45pm. Additional personnel remained at station with Squad 68-1 during the incident to provide coverage for the township. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Black Rock Volunteer Fire Company's thoughts and prayers are with Vice President Judd Strauss and his family as they mourn the loss of Barbara J. Strauss, their beloved mother and grandmother.

Barbara Joyce (Rusin) Strauss passed away on Saturday March 8, 2025, in Milford, Delaware. She was 79 years old. Barbara was the widow of John B. Strauss, whom she married on August 5, 1972. They shared 44 ... (Full Story & Photos)

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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the tragic passing of Upper Providence Township (UPT) Director of Public Works, Thomas Broadbelt. Tom had served faithfully as Director of Public Works since 1999. Just a few weeks ago, Tom celebrated 30 years of esteemed service to UPT where he started in 1994. He was also a member of the Township’s ... (Full Story & Photos)

We would like to send out a huge thank you to Corropolese for sending us some delicious tomatoe pie. Thank you it will not go to waste. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Phoenixville Police Department shared the sad news of Officer Arthur “Art” Scena IV's passing on Oct. 28. Art had been a dedicated member of the Police force since 2019 and served in law enforcement for 14 years. He tragically lost his life in a crash while returning home from a fellow officer's funeral.

The officers and members of the Black Rock Volunteer Fire Company wish to express our deepest ... (Full Story & Photos)

Last night just before 11:00 BRVFC & UPT Fire & Emergency Service were dispatch to assist Valley Forge Fire Co. with a dwelling fire. Crews arrived on scene with fire from the roof. Crews assisted with fire suppression and overhaul. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Keep homes safe from fire by-

1. Installing smoke alarms in every room and hallway
2. Testing alarms monthly
3. Listen for the chirp. That means it's time to replace the batteries
4. Changing out alarms that are over 10 years old... (Full Story & Photos)

We would like to send a special thank you to Olive Garden in Collegeville for donating dinner to the members who spent Sunday night cleaning up our apparatus for Firefighter Brian Wampole’s funeral.... (Full Story & Photos)