Place
Collegeville-Trappe Water Works Park
West First Ave
Trappe, PA US 19426
Description
The Hero Run 5K is a chipped timed race on the streets of Collegeville Borough.

Runner safety and enjoyment are our top concerns.

Collegeville Fire Company is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and your generous donations are tax-deductible.

DATE | START TIMES
Sunday, October 4, 2026 - 8:30am Registration ... (Full Story & Photos)

The West Shore Bureau of Fire would like to thank everyone that came out to our Open House yesterday.

It was our pleasure to open the doors and invite the community in to see what we are all about.

We hope everyone learned a little bit about the Fire Service, possibly how you could participate, the tools we use and the great partnerships we have with some other amazing organizations; such as ... (Full Story & Photos)

The author’s grandfather, originally from Mount Vernon, was both an oysterman and a hard-hat diver. I heard stories of him and other divers harvesting oysters by hand in the frigid waters of the Chesapeake Bay during the 1930s.

Harvesting wild oysters by diving is one of the most grueling, selective, and ecologically friendly fishing traditions in the Chesapeake Bay. While the vast majority of modern ... (Full Story & Photos)

Safe Charging Habits Checklist (2026)

General Charging Safety
• Use manufacturer‑approved chargers — avoid cheap off‑brand adapters.
• Inspect cords and chargers for fraying, bent prongs, scorch marks, or loose connections.
• Charge on hard, flat surfaces — never on beds, couches, blankets, or under pillows.
• Keep chargers away from combustibles like paper, clothing, curtains, or furniture.
• Unplug ... (Full Story & Photos)

Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS is prepared to recognize National Fire Prevention Week, October 4–10, 2026, by encouraging residents, families, and businesses to take simple steps to prevent fires and protect themselves and their loved ones.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.” The campaign highlights the importance of safely using, ... (Full Story & Photos)

A native of Rockville Centre, NY, Don has been a member of Croton EMS for six years. He is also a longtime member of the Croton-on-Hudson Fire Department, where he has served since 2009 and is currently a Lieutenant with the Chemical Engine Company. When he is not answering calls, Don is an accomplished Broadway lighting designer and a Professor of Design at the Yale School of Drama. He has won two ... (Full Story & Photos)

The members of the Granville Fire Company would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our Cash Bingo events held on Sunday, September 27, and Sunday, October 4 at the Granville Fire Company Event Center.

The crowds at both events were amazing, and we could not be more thankful for the continued support we receive from our community. Every person who attends one of our fundraisers ... (Full Story & Photos)