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VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES
Bauerstown VFD www. bauerstownvfd. com
Bauerstown VFD would like to thank everyone for their support in 2024. We look forward to 2025 with new SureTips and fundraisers. Be sure to visit us on Facebook or scan this QR Code to see what our current raffles are! A special thank you to everyone who participated in our Polaris RzR SureTip last year. Stay tuned for another major raffle this spring!
We have a social hall available for rental use! If you’ re looking to volunteer, either as a firefighter or a social member, we are always looking for new members! Visit www. bauerstownvfd. com for more information.
Cherry City VFD www. cherrycityvfc. org
• We still have the cheapest entry fee locally to play our weekly Bingo held on Thursdays beginning at 7:15 PM. We have a minimum $ 1,000 must-go Jackpot, and our new“ Progressive All-Nighter” game that will pay up to a maximum of $ 2,000, that grows each week, included in your entry fees.
• Stop over and speak with one of our members or call our station to purchase tickets for our 4th Annual Night at the Races, for the upcoming April 5th event. The cost is $ 35 in advance, $ 45 at the door.
• It’ s never too late to send in a donation, no matter if its big or small, all is appreciated.
• See our new 2024 Seagrave Pumper / Rescue truck! This took us a few years of careful planning / research and will compliment are current Ladder truck, Rescue truck, and swift-water rescue boats.
• We are always looking for new members to join our team. We have many classes of membership to fit your schedule. We love giving back to our community, and we think you will too!
• Please keep your local fire hydrant clear of snow, weeds, and any other debris that could impede us from using it.
• Visit us at cherrycityvfc. org, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
Elfinwild VFD www. elfinwildfire. com
Elfinwild volunteers train hundreds of hours per year to be prepared to protect the community in fire, rescue, and QRS services. Elfinwild VFC is not tax funded. We thank ALL of you for your continued monetary support. If you have not returned your tax-deductible donation, it’ s not too late!
Lots of community events coming up that we will be supporting including: The Annual Mother’ s Day Market on Friday, May 9th, Minutes Matter( community education on stroke, cardiac arrest and stop the bleed) in early spring, the Summer 911 Camp and the celebration of Shaler’ s 125th Anniversary events. Stay tuned to social media and our marquee for events and times!
Lastly, if you are looking for an indoor venue with lots of parking for your special event, please consider our Banquet Hall! Few dates remain! To inquire about our venue, please email us at socialhall @ elfinwildfire. org or call 412-486-2843 and leave a message. Stay safe!
Shaler Villa VFC www. shalervillavfc. com
Shaler Villa would like to thank you for your continued support. Donation letters were mailed out to our district earlier this year. Donations can be made by using the QR code on the letter or by mailing a check with the stub that was included. Our hall is available for rentals. Contact Michele at( 412) 580-5443.
Upcoming events:
• Cash Bash – May 3rd
• 2025 Ram 1500 Laramie Pick-up Truck – Drawing on September 1st Based on the PA Lottery
• Sportsman’ s Bash – September 27th
• Lucky 17 and Other Raffles
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Visit our website and Facebook page.
We are always looking for new members. There are several classes of membership, so there is a place for everyone. Applications are available online or stop by Thursday evenings.
Sharps Hill VFD www. sharpshillvfd. org
Sharps Hill annual fund drive is currently ongoing. We appreciate your past support and hope we can count on your ongoing support. Members of all skills are needed! Any help you can offer to your local fire department is appreciated. Many opportunities for fire fighters and support members. Stop by the station or reach out to us on Facebook, X or www. sharpshillvfd. org.
Undercliff VFC www. undercliffvfc. org
On behalf of the members of Undercliff Volunteer Fire Company, we would like to extend a sincere thank you for all your support! 2024 was another busy year here at Undercliff VFC with the arrival of our new Seagrave engine and much needed building renovations! In 2024, our members responded to 550 emergency calls for service and participated in over 2,100 hours of emergency services training. None of this would be possible without your continued support and generosity. All money raised goes right back into the community to help support our mission of providing our residents, visitors, and businesses with first class fire and rescue services. Below are some current fundraisers happening at Undercliff VFC. Thank you once again for your support, we could not do it without you!
2025 Car Raffle:
• 2025 GMC Acadia AT4
• Drawing on Labor Day! Monday, September 1, 2025( Based on Evening PA Lottery“ Pick 4”)
• $ 15 per ticket with two chances per ticket
• Tickets available in person at the station or online at undercliffvfc. org
2025 Virtual March Money Madness:
• A virtual cash bash streamed live on Facebook- Saturday, March 29, 2025
• Tickets are $ 25 with two numbers per ticket and can be purchased online at undercliffvfc. org
• Chance at over $ 7,700 worth of prizes plus virtual 50-50s! Weekly Friday Night Bingo:
• Join us every Friday night for a fun night of BINGO! General admission is just $ 16! Doors open at 5:30 PM and Games Start at 7:00 PM.
Weekly Online Raffles: Be sure to follow us on Facebook(@ UndercliffVFC) to participate in our online raffles each week.
MESSAGE FROM REPRESENTATIVE LINDSAY POWELL
Happy Spring, everyone! My office will host a Veteran Service Officer( VSO) from the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U. S.( VFW) during the second week of each month to ensure you receive the assistance you deserve! Our dates for the spring are as follows: February 18 and 19 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm March 17, 18, and 19 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm April 21, 22, and 23 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm If you are a veteran or know a veteran who would like help accessing their benefits, please call my office at( 412) 781-2750 to schedule an appointment.
My district office is located at 5154 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201. We are open and ready to serve you, Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm and by appointment in the evenings on Wednesdays. We also have office hours at our Shaler office at the Shaler Municipal Building located at 300 Wetzel Rd., 2nd floor, Glenshaw, PA 15116. We will be there every Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm, or any weekday by appointment.
Any state related issue, or assistance that you may need, please give my office a call; even if we cannot directly help, we will do our best to put you in contact with someone who can.
Call: 412-781-2750 or Email: RepPowell @ pahouse. net or stop by our office during the hours listed above.