August 30, 2024 members begin the process of laying out the 911 memorial by placing nearly 3000 flags, one for each person killed in the September 11 2001 attack’s
CGFD Prepares 911 Memorial
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CGFD, Happy 4th !
On July 1st 2023 Cedar Grove Firefighters standby at the townships annual fireworks display.
CGFD assists with the Townships 33rd Clean Sweep Event
On June 1st 2024 Cedar Grove Firefighters along with other township volunteers assisted at the Clean Sweep Event. The attendees picked up trash around the township.
CGFD Hosts Jr. Firefighter Day
The township held its annual Jr. Firefighter Day. Kids had lots of fun playing in the water spraying hoses and practicing rescuing victims. There was also a dunk tank.
CGFD Receives Donation
Cedar Grove Fire Department received a donation of a battery powered saw from Rob Thomas of Rhino Den.
CGFD Has New Top Chief
On January 8th, 2024, Chris Donlon, who has served four years as a Deputy Chief, was sworn in as the department’s top chief.
CGFD Santa Run
On December 17, 2023, Cedar Grove firefighters assist Santa
CGFD Attends Newark Fire Dept. Funerals
Cedar Grove Firefighters along with hundreds of people turned out for the funerals of Newark Firefighters Wayne “Bear” Brooks Jr. and Augusto “Augie” Acabou. The two firefighters were killed after they were trapped in a July 5th fire aboard the Grand Costa D’Avorio, a cargo ship carrying vehicles that was docked in Port Newark. Our hope and prayers are with the families of the firefighters and the members of the Newark Fire Dept.
