05/13/2026
Proud Station moment this week!
On Monday evening during our monthly meeting, we were pleased to welcome Catawissa VFW post 8306 as they stopped by to present two of our members with Awards.
The first, to Chase Compton, Junior FF and also EMT with our sister organization, Roaring Creek Valley QRS, was presented with EMT of the Year for this VFW Post as well as VFW District 14.
The 2nd, to our Assistant Fire Chief, John (One Boot) Purnell. John was selected as the Firefighter of the Year for this VFW Post, VFW District 14, and the STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA! He will be recognized at the Department of Pennsylvania VFW Summer Convention in Mars, PA in June!
Congratulations to Chase and Boot for your well deserved Awards for your hard work, dedication, and sacrifice for our organizations and the Roaring Creek Valley!
Special thank you to Catawissa VFW Post 8306 for considering these men for these awards, and your continued support each year!