Aston-Beechwood Fire Company Harvest Breakfast Saturday, August 30, 2008 - On Sunday October 26, 2008 the Aston- Beechwood Volunteer Fire Company will be hosting a Harvest Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in our banquet hall. Attendees 7 and older are $5.00, and those 6 and under are $2.00. Come on down for this awesome breakfast that will include pancakes, eggs, potatoes, baked goods and many other delicious items to choose from.

1st Due Natural Gas Leak Friday, September 19, 2008 - Shortly after 3:00 pm companies 72 and 63 were dispatched to the 1500 block of Caroline Drive for a Natural Gas Leak. Engine 72 arrived on location under the command of Safety Officer John Moletteri to find a contractor reporting a strong odor of natural gas, believed to be coming from the areas around the home's gas meter. SO Moletteri requested PECO gas be dispatched to the scene. Once It was determined that the incident was isolated to the individual residence, crews forced entry into the home to ensure there was no buildup of gas inside or other conditions that could pose a hazard. Interior crews found negative readings on the interior of the building and upon arrival of PECO the scene was secured and the companies were released within about an hour. 72-10 had Caroline Drive Command, 72-9 and 9A had Operations. Units on scene: Engine 72, Rescue 72, 63-2.

Public Service and Drill Tuesday, September 9, 2008 - Recently, Chief Lloyd was contacted by the Crozerville United Methodist Church on Mount Road to assist them with a project that Chief Eusden had been helping them with prior to his passing. The church had been doing some renovations to their bell and needed assistance with lowering the rope so that it could be used again. After surveying the area Chief Lloyd developed a few plans to lower the rope through the building and into the church, and asked all members to come out and assist. Because one of the plans required lowering the rope from the steeple, Truck 69 from Lima was also requested to assist if needed. Tonight, the members under the direction of Chief Lloyd went to the church and used the Chief's plan and were able to successfully guide the rope into the church on the 1st try. After we finished at the church. the everyone returned to station 72 where crews from 72 and 69 had a drill on aerial operations, pump operations and pulling and operating a variety of handlines. Everyone was given the opportunity to climb truck 69 and operate its controls from the bucket. After the drill everyone enjoyed refreshments and eat others company. Thanks to Chief Billy Cairns and everyone at Lima for coming out and assisting us and Green Ridge for covering for us.

Public Service Drill-- ALL Members Please attend Monday, September 8, 2008 - All members need to attend the public service drill scheduled for Tuesday September 9th. We will be assisting a local church with a repair. We will be utilizing skills we don't get a lot of time using. Truck 69 will also be attending and the crews will be able to see some truck operations. Please be here at 1830 if possible. Fire police-- We will need you also for a road closure for this drill. A lot of fun is planned for the drill. See you all there!!!

Members Retreat Thursday, September 4, 2008 - From Thursday to Monday, members Mike Keiser, Sarah Keiser, Nick Spayd, Kit Spayd, John Moletteri, Kate Dragone and Jim "The General" Tsao spent the weekend in Cape May, New Jersey. Despite the threat of Tropical Storm Hannah dumping over 6" of rain on the area, this group of members were still able to take part in a variety of activities including relaxing on the beach, shopping on the famous Washington Street Mall, boat rides and delicious home cooked dinners. One of the highlights of the weekend was the annual sunset toast led by the parents of Kit Spayd, Aston-Beechwood neighbors Jim and Carol Graham. Despite being postponed from Saturday to Sunday it was a wonderful time for all. Despite so many members being away, Chief Lloyd prepared for the worst from Hannah and had crews on stand-by in the station, ready to respond to any emergencies that might have arisen from the storm. Luckily Hannah brought the area little more than some rain and wind.

Rescue Assists on House Fire in Upper Chichester Tuesday, September 2, 2008 - Just after 9:00 pm, while the members were attending our company meeting, Rescue 72 was dispatched to assist the Upper Chichester F.D. on the 400 block of Monticello Ave. on a working dwelling fire. 40-1 and 40-9 arrived to find heavy fire showing on the second floor of side 1. Rescue 72 responded under the command of Assistant Chief Mike Keiser and upon arriving, crews from 72 reported to manpower and were immediately sent inside to assist with overhaul. Medic 72-7 was also requested and stood by the EMS staging area.. Rescue 72 returned within approximately 1 hour. Units on scene were Rescue 72, Medic 72-7, Companies 40, 55,61, 68, 39, Rit 45, RIT 63, Canteen 47, 40-7,68-7, and 100-C. 40-9 had Monticello Command, 55-9 had Sector- C and 55-12 had Manpower.

Comfort Foods from Aston-Beechwood Saturday, August 30, 2008 - Have a great family recipe you want to share with others? What a better place to have it published than in the Aston- Beechwood Fire Company cookbook: Comfort Foods from Aston- Beechwood. Our book will be a collection of recipes from our members, their families and friends and even you, other members of our extended community. To submit your recipe just follow the directions below. Visit typensave.com enter your name in the contributor box, our group login is: astonbeechwood and the password is  6bu3n. All recipes must be submitted by September 26, 2008. Interested in ordering our cookbook? More information will be coming in the next few weeks. Delivery is expected in November 2008. If you have any questions please send them via email to jsmoletteri@comcast.net

Support The Delaware Counrty Fallen Firefighters and EMS Memorial Saturday, August 30, 2008 - Come Out and Support the Delaware County Fallen Firefighters & EMS Memorials Fund Raiser on Sunday, September 7th from 2pm-6pm. This huge event is taking place at the Springfield Country Club. The Band Blackthorn will be on hand providing great music. There will be plenty of food, drinks, and door prizes on hand as well. Brick Forms and T-Shirts will also be sold during the event. Tickets for this event are $25.00 each or $45.00 a couple. You can contact Rich Heffernan by email at Heff37@icdc.com. ALSO-IMPORTANT- Anyone giving over $2500.00 will have their name, business name, whatever, inscribed on the back of the granite block under the bell in the middle of the memorial.......and other advertising as well..... Visit: www.DELCOLODD.com for more information

Engine Assist to Bethel Thursday, August 28, 2008 - Just after 8am, The Engine 72 was requested to assist Bethel Township on Garnet Mine Rd for the Building Fire. 66-9B(J.Heacock) arrived on scene with Smoke Showing. 40-1 arrived just behind 66-9B and took the driveway.  It was determined that there was an active fire in the basement area. The crew from 40-1 ran an 1 3/4 line to the rear of the house, forced entry was made to the basement door, and the crew advanced the hose line into the basement and were able to quickly knock the bulk of the fire and  reported that ventilation was needed due to the smoke condition in the residence. Crews from 66 & 55 started ventilation along the remained of 40-1's crew. A PPV fan was set up in the front door to clear out the heavy smoke condition throughout the house. Crews from Engine 72 stood by in manpower and assisted with restoring the apparatus on scene. Good Job to all units who operated on scene. Units on Location: Engine 72, 40-1, 66-3, 55-3 Medic 66-7, and 66-9B.

Good Luck Leah! Thursday, August 21, 2008 - The Officers and Members of Aston-Beechwood wish to send our best wishes to FF Leah Jennings. Leah graduated from Sun Valley HS in June and is now off to Penn State University Berks Campus to study Criminal Justice. Good Luck Leah and don't forget to turn your pager on when you come home.

Pool Rescue Drill Tuesday, August 19, 2008 - Tuesday August 19, 2-008: Tonight for drill, the members of Company 72 along with Company 63 traveled to the home of Safety Officer John Moletteri for a drill on water rescue. The Drill, taught by Sarah Keiser, wife of Assistant Chief Mike Keiser covered how to properly care for a patient who suffered a spinal injury while in a pool. After demonstrating the scenario, those in attendance were able to break off into teams and practice it for themselves. Even with summer rapidly winding down, the officers thought that a drill such as this would give the members a chance to try skills that they do not have to use frequently, but are important to keep up on with the large number of pools found at residences through out Aston Township.  After drill, those in attendance were able to use the pool  and backyard volleyball quart for their leisure while enjoying refreshments. Special thanks to the Moletteri Family for their hospitality, Sarah Keiser for teaching the class, the 72 ladies for organizing the refreshments, and 72-9 for providing the ice cream.       Sarah Keiser instructs those in attendance

Lincoln to the help again Sunday, August 17, 2008 - The officers of ABFC would like to thank Lincoln Fire Company for covering our station while we hosted the BBQ on Sunday. They were unable to bring a truck this time so we gave them a driver and they staffed our trucks.   They handled an EMS assist in the woods off of Hoag Lane.  Thanks again Lincoln.

Appreciation BBQ for Helpers in our time of need. Sunday, August 17, 2008 - On May 20, 2008 Chief Rocky Eusden passed away suddenly. On Sunday morning May 25, the membership was asked to come to the firehouse for breakfast and to clean the station in preparation for the funeral. At 930am President Woodruff summoned the membership to the apron. At that time Green Ridge Fire Company Asst Chief Kenny Dawson Arrived with most of Green Ridge, Lima, Middletown, Tinicum, Chester Township Brookhaven, Lenni Heights and Chester Heights Fire Departments. To our memberships emotional surprise these stations had been organized by Kenny Dawson to help us prepare for the funeral. Station 69 had provided breakfast for our members.  By The time breakfast was over these crews had our station spotless and our trucks were ready for the Funeral. Bethel Fire Company came and took Engine 72 to their station to prepare it for carrying our chief. They removed the hose from the hose bed and made the truck spotless. The Members of our station wanted to she our appreciation to these men and woman for all the help they had given us. We employed H & S Caterers for a BBQ to honor them. After a small emotional speech from the President and Chief John Lloyd, Plaques were given to the companies.  Again thank you all for your help and support during this trying time. It was awesome. - The Membership  - The Membership

Tac 72 Awarded in Hacks Point Saturday, August 9, 2008 - Aston-Beechwood Fire Company traveled to Hacks Point, Maryland for there 26th Annual Firefighters Parade. After a fun-filled day of parades, games and food, the fire company was awarded a trophy for TAC-72.           We await the trophy!

1st Annual Family Movie Night Success Friday, August 1, 2008 - Tonight more than 50 area residents came to Station 72 for our special showing of Firehouse Dog. Those in attendance were treated a variety of food, including popcorn from our own popcorn machine and we even had our own firehouse dog for the children to play with courtesy of Kenny Dawson and Kim Ferrara. Thanks to Lima for covering for the night so that our members were able to focus on the event. Pictures will be posted soon.