At just 26 years old, Abhimanyu Roperia has already worn two uniforms in service of others: one as a U.S. Army soldier and another as a volunteer firefighter with Rocky Hill Fire Department. He joined the department in 2019, served in the Army beginning in … Read More
Annual Halloween Open House Returns to Rocky Hill Fire Department
Sirens, flashing lights and the excitement of Halloween come together at the Rocky Hill Fire Department’s annual Halloween Open House, set for Friday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 154 Washington Street, Rocky Hill. Families are invited to explore the firehouse, climb aboard … Read More
Kick Off the School Year by Joining Rocky Hill’s Junior Firefighter Program
Article via The Montgomery News This school year, high school students can choose an extracurricular activity that goes beyond the ordinary. They can train to fight fires, respond to emergencies and serve their community through the Rocky Hill Fire Department’s Junior Firefighter Program. Seventeen-year-old Jasur … Read More
Four Rocky Hill Firefighters Graduate Somerset County Fire Academy
Article via The Montgomery News After crawling through smoke-filled buildings, battling live flames and logging hours of training, Edward Banfe, Cristian Ruedas, Jason Wang and Gary Zuckerman earned their Firefighter I certification, graduating from the Somerset County Fire Academy on July 11. They are now … Read More
From Newcomers to Lifesavers: Rocky Hill Fire Department Welcomes Three New Recruits
What does a pharmaceutical marketing specialist, full-time student and cancer researcher have in common? They are all new volunteers on their way to becoming certified members of Rocky Hill Fire Department. After joining the department in 2024, these recruits began their Fire Academy training in … Read More
Rocky Hill Fire Department to Host Fire Prevention Open Houses During October
A safe and spooky celebration is in store for residents, thanks to the Rocky Hill Fire Department. On Thursday, October 31, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Department will be hosting its annual Fire Prevention Halloween Open House, giving residents the opportunity to check … Read More
Kick Off the New School Year as a Junior Firefighter at Rocky Hill Fire Department
(pictured above: from left to right, Junior firefighters Zander Silverman-Dultz, Aidan Rico and firefighter Luis Orantes, who joined as a junior. High school students can make this school year the most memorable yet by following in the footsteps of 15-year-old Aidan Rico. By joining the … Read More
Father’s Day: Continuing a Generational Legacy of Volunteering at Rocky Hill Fire Department
Toby Whitlock joined the Rocky Hill Fire Department 64 years ago, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. His son, Ray, essentially grew up at the firehouse, and to no one’s surprise, he joined in on the family tradition and became a junior … Read More
Airline Pilot and Dad Weaves Firefighting into his Life as a Rocky Hill Volunteer
If you have ever thought your schedule did not allow time for firefighting, Steve Resch’s story might just change your mind. In addition to serving as a volunteer firefighter with Rocky Hill for the past nine years, Resch is a pilot for JetBlue, a husband … Read More
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