Fire Prevention Week will take place from October 4th to October 10th, 2026. This year, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is focusing on safe charging practices in our daily routines. As society relies more on lithium-ion batteries, understanding how to charge devices safely is increasingly important.

The NFPA encourages everyone to learn about safe charging and to implement these practices ... (Full Story)

As temperatures begin to drop and we head into the fall season, the Chester Volunteer Fire Company would like to remind residents about several simple steps to help keep homes, families, and the community safe.

Have your heating equipment checked. Before relying on your furnace, boiler, or other heating equipment, ensure it has been properly inspected, maintained, and is ready for the season.

Keep ... (Full Story)

Like any high-performing organization, the only way to stay good is to train—and train often!

Your CVFC recently conducted roof-venting training as part of our commitment to staying sharp, prepared, and on top of our game.

Could you be part of it? The simple answer is YES!!!

Come down and see us:

Wednesdays: 7:00–9:00 PM
Sundays: 9:00–11:00 AM

There’s a job to be done, and you can do it! Come ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Chester Volunteer Fire Company has proudly protected the homes, families, businesses, and lives of Chester Borough and Chester Township for generations—all at a fraction of what most communities pay for fire protection. Thanks to the dedication of our volunteer firefighters and the continued partnership and support of both Town Councils, Chester receives exceptional fire protection services while ... (Full Story)

The first engine owned by CVFC was built by the charter members by hand and featured a chemical tank. This tank used a combination of baking soda and a strong acid to create pressure, which moved water from the tank through a hose. Lloyd Tredway’s chemical tank was mounted onto William Axford’s Pierce Arrow chassis in Morris Chamberlain’s garage, resulting in the first operational apparatus. The exact ... (Full Story & Photos)