Deputy Chief Jim Callahan was initially diagnosed with a rare form of kidney cancer in March of 2015. After having his right kidney removed, Jim quickly healed and returned to serving the community. Routine scans seemed to show that he was cancer-free until November 2018. It was then discovered that the cancer had returned and had metastasized to the lymph nodes in the area where the kidney used ... (Full Story & Photos)

At approximately 1920 hours, crews responded to a vehicle accident at the intersection of Black Rock Rd and Collegeville Rd. Units from Black Rock Fire Co, Collegeville Fire Co, and Trappe EMS worked to secure the vehicles and remove the victims from the vehicles. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just after 9 this morning the BRVFC with the Collegeville Fire Co. was dispatched to a vehicle accident EB on Route 422 east of Troutman Road. Deputy 99 arrived and held the response to the Tac and Fire Police. There were no injuries and the Fire Police remained on location to assist with Traffic. Accident was being investigated by the PA State Police... (Full Story & Photos)

Wednesday evening November 28th. Firefighters Baillie McGrory and Chris Steiger graduated after obtaining their Firefighter I Certification. Congratulations Baillie and Chris on your accomplishment. Great Job !... (Full Story & Photos)

Black Rock VFC is now part of Amazon Smile. When you shop through Amazon, you can designate a charitable organization to which Amazon will make a donation with every purchase you make. It's no cost to you whatsoever, and it's easy to sign up!

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You will be asked to choose an organization for Amazon to support - search for Black Rock ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Sunday, October 28th, Upper Providence Township held its first Trunk or Treat. Despite it having to be rescheduled from Saturday, there was a great turnout of kids! Black Rock VFC's TAC 99 unit was in attendance, with Fire Captain McGrory and President LoCasale handing out candy to the trick-or-treaters. The TAC was even decked out for Halloween!... (Full Story & Photos)

October is Fire Prevention Month, and along with it have come several events in which the fire company participated. Our biggest event was the Oaks Public Safety Community Event on October 20th. Thank you to the many police, fire, and community organizations that participated. A special thanks to Lowe's for hosting the event. This past week, we've been busy with Halloween parades in Royersford ... (Full Story & Photos)

Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to Fire Police Captain Bill Steiger, Fire Police Lieutenant Chris Steiger, and Jeff Pursell by the Borough of West Chester. The three Black Rock VFC members provided assistance at the Barclay Friends Senior Living fire in West Chester last year.... (Full Story & Photos)