Vandergrift #1 VFD

10/07/2026

We are taking orders for the pie sale for the next month. Please contact any member to order.

Delivery: Weds November 25th

🥧 No freezing or thawing needed this year!🥧

10/03/2026

We are very pleased to announce:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 1, 2026
Norfolk Southern grants $5000 to George G McMurtry Fire Dept. Vandergrift #1 in support of safety initiatives.
George G McMurtry Fire Dept #1 is proud to announce it has received a $5000 grant from Norfolk Southern through its Safety First Grant Program. The funding will support the purchase of a new multi-channel mobile radio for the newly acquired Pierce Fire Engine to better serve our community and help to improve communications with Westmoreland and Armstrong counties dispatch centers and other fire units on the scene of emergencies.
This grant is part of Norfolk Southern’s commitment to strengthening the communities it serves across its 22-state network. Launched in 2023, Norfolk Southern’s open-application grant programs are designed to support organizations working to further the areas of safety, sustainability, workforce development, and community resilience.
The officers and members of the department are appreciative of Norfolk Southern’s support of our mission to serve the residents of our community and also several miles of Norfolk’s rail line through our boroughs. We are grateful to Norfolk Southern for recognizing our work and supporting communities like ours across the country, says Chief Randy Dunmire.
“The Safety First Grant Program advances community safety by supporting first responders, emergency preparedness initiatives, and safety education,” said Kristin Wong, Director of the Norfolk Southern Foundation & Community Impact. “It honors those who protect our neighborhoods every day and aims to foster a culture of safety throughout Norfolk Southern’s network.”
The Norfolk Southern grant application process for 2026 was open through Aug. 3. For more information is found on the company’s website.
Media Contact:
George G. McMurtry Fire Dept. Vandergrift No. 1
Email Address: [email protected]
Norfolk Southern

09/19/2026

Pump training and deck gun.
Our new to us engine is almost ready to be put in service! 🚒

09/15/2026

Our Black Friday ticket is hot off the press 🎫

Let any member know if you’d like to grab some… only $2 a ticket

09/12/2026

Come Visit Spaniels B**r Distributor and
Truk - IN B.B.Q TODAY, Saturday, September 12, 2026.
We will be at 77 Washington Ave. Vandergrift, beside ATI @ the brick parking lot for Oktoberfest!

Free give aways compliments of Spaniels (no purchase necessary)
Raffles, Golf Bag, Ice fishing tent, Hunting blind and more!

Proceeds benefit George G McMurty Vandergrift #1 Volunteer Fire Dept
Help us meet our goal for our new (to us) Peirce engine!

09/11/2026

Come Visit Spaniels B**r Distributor and
Truk - IN B.B.Q tomorrow, Saturday, September 12, 2026.
We will be at 77 Washington Ave. Vandergrift, beside ATI @ the brick parking lot for Oktoberfest!

Free give aways compliments of Spaniels (no purchase necessary)
Raffles, Golf Bag, Ice fishing tent, Hunting blind and more!

Proceeds benefit George G McMurty Vandergrift #1 Volunteer Fire Dept
Help us meet our goal for our new (to us) Peirce engine!

09/10/2026

08/12/2026

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06/30/2026

🚒🚒🚒 TONIGHT 🚒🚒🚒

🚨Testing… we repeat this is only a test, this is only a test🚨

There will be a multi agency drill held at 169 Lincoln Ave., McMurtry Towers involving 5 departments as a training session on Tuesday June 30th at 6pm.

There will be an increased first responder presence and emergency vehicles in the area.

Please do not be alarmed as this is planned event and not an actually emergency.

There will be one lane of traffic closed. Please use caution in the area of the high rise.

Thank you! ❤️🚒

06/28/2026

🚨Testing… we repeat this is only a test, this is only a test🚨

There will be a multi agency drill held at 169 Lincoln Ave., McMurtry Towers involving 5 departments as a training session on Tuesday June 30th at 6pm.

There will be an increased first responder presence and emergency vehicles in the area.

Please do not be alarmed as this is planned event and not an actually emergency.

There will be one lane of traffic closed. Please use caution in the area of the high rise.

Thank you! ❤️🚒