Please join us in congratulating Matt Heim, Ashlynn Klavins, and Rose Tisera on graduating from the Gloucester County Fire Academy as members of Class 25‑77. This milestone represents more than just a certificate, it reflects their commitment, grit, and the countless sacrifices made along the way.
Over the past several months, they completed over 350 hours of intensive training, mastering the fundamentals of firefighting, safety, teamwork, and service. Their dedication has already set a strong foundation for what will become a lifelong journey in the fire service.
Please take a moment to review the public notice shared below. On Saturday, February 21, 2026, voters in Fire Districts 2 and 4 will be choosing fire commissioners and voting on the 2026 fire department budgets, including referendum questions that directly impact firefighter staffing and community safety.
Earlier this morning, we teamed up with Lambs Terrace Fire Company to conduct Ice Rescue training at the pond off Hider Lane. As the cold weather approaches each year, we review the equipment and techniques that we would use in the event of an emergency. However it's not every year that the weather allows us to get hands on training, so when we are provided with the opportunity to do so, we jump at it. Firefighters were able to work on single and two person rescues utilizing varying methods and equipment.
We would like to remind everyone that no ice should be considered safe, and advise you to not venture out on to it. We've been fortunate here in GT this season, however there have already been several incidents with victims falling through in surrounding towns and counties.
::THIS IS JUST A DRILL::
Multiple companies are currently conducting Ice Rescue training at the pond off Hiders Lane. There is no cause for alarm.