HAWTHORNE, NJ - Last month, TAPinto Hawthorne interviewed Becca Morton, the first woman to become a lieutenant in the fire department.  Yesterday, TAPinto had the opportunity to sit down with some members of Hawthorne’s Rescue Company 5 for an in-depth conversation about those … [Read more...]

On Saturday morning, 02/17. the Hawthorne Fire Department, Police, EMS and Passaic County HazMat responded to multiple 911 reports of a irritating chemical odor inside of an apartment building located at 55 Westervelt Avenue. The odor was traced to a contractor’s use of a … [Read more...]

On Saturday, February 10th, members from the Hawthorne Fire Department performed a prefire planning walk through at the new Hawthorne Square, a 142-unit apartment complex on Central and Fifth avenues. The walk-through allows everyone from the first-due engine company to the … [Read more...]

The weekend of February 3rd & 4th, 10 members from the Hawthorne Fire Department received  two days of classroom and hands on practical training on the Firefighter Bailout System, provided by AAA Emergency Supply Co, Inc. The Bailout systems provided a quick, efficient, and … [Read more...]

Hawthorne FD responded to a 911 telephone call report of a working fire inside of the United Methodist Church, 452 Lafayette Avenue, Hawthorne on Sunday morning, 01/28. Radio reports from PD units arriving at the scene reported that the church altar had caught fire, but was … [Read more...]

The evening of January 12th, the department gathered to celebrate the many achievements of our members. The night was full of smiles and tears as the department installed new officers and awarded multiple service awards. Including Ralph Malandrino for 50 years service and Ken … [Read more...]

[January 4, 2018 Hawthorne Press Linda Missonellie / Publisher/Editor] The start of the new year was a historic one for the Hawthorne Fire Department. January 1 marked the first time a female firefighter has achieved a leadership position among the all-volunteer … [Read more...]

With wind chills and temperatures in the negatives, it has been a busy start to the New Year for the volunteer firefighters in the Borough. Firefighters have responded to over 15 calls for service since the new year began as well as standing by for 5 hours to assist anyway … [Read more...]

On Friday, December 15th at 6:15pm, the Hawthorne FD units responded to rollover crash on the lawn of 56 Forest Avenue, Hawthorne. The male driver of a 1994 Jeep Cherokee was uninjured in the crash. A hydraulic lift tow truck righted the vehicle before its removal from the … [Read more...]

On December 23rd from 4pm - 6pm, the Hawthorne Fire Department will be traveling through the Borough of Hawthorne in their annual Santa-RUN. Apparatuses will travel to the following schools; Jefferson Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, Lincoln Middle School and Washington … [Read more...]

On December 5th, three new firefighters were sworn in before a crowd of relatives, friends and fellow firefighters. Chief Speranza welcomed Firefighter Anthony Mazzaca, he will be stationed at Company 1, Richard Genberg who will be stationed at Company 2 and Brandon Freir who … [Read more...]

Although Christmas tree fires are not common, when they do occur, they are more likely to be serious. Carefully decorating your home can help make your holidays safer. Picking the tree Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched. Placing the … [Read more...]

On November 20th, the Passaic County Community College celebrated their 25th Commencement Exercises at PCTI with the 2017 Fire Academy Graduation Class. The class of 72 graduates from 16 towns throughout the county of Passaic received their Firefighter certifications. Within this … [Read more...]

We honor our fallen brothers and sisters for many reasons. We carve their names on walls of stone to immortalize their sacrifice. We gather their families together to assure them that the brotherhood will always be there. We learn from their sacrifice to make our craft safer. … [Read more...]

For most, the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. So keeping fire safety top of mind in the kitchen during this joyous but hectic time is … [Read more...]