NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa.  (RVO) – The New Bethlehem Fire Company welcomed the new New Bethlehem Chief of Police at their regular monthly meeting this past Tuesday November 13th. New Bethlehem Mayor Tim Murray and Borough Councilman Gordon Barrows introduced Chief Robert Malnofsky (Chief Bob) to the Fire Company members.

New Bethlehem Fire Company welcomes New Bethlehem Police Chief Malnofsky (Chief Bob) *Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals

New Bethlehem Fire Company welcomes New Bethlehem Police Chief Malnofsky (Chief Bob) *Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals

Chief Malnofsky spoke about his vision to see the Police Department and all the local Fire Companies collaboratively use shared resources as well as work together to improve communications and keep our communities safe. Chief Malnosfsky also spoke about his plans to develop a K9 unit for both the Police and Fire Departments to use. The dog could be cross-trained to be an asset for both Police and Fire Company duties.

Congratulations to Rich Shillings of Rich & Sons for being inducted as an official member of the New Bethlehem Fire Company *Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals

Police Chief Malnosfsky told the Fire Company how he served as a volunteer fireman as well as an EMT for many years throughout his career, but eventually pursued his dreams of law enforcement. These past experiences allowed Chief Malnosfsky to relate to the fire company members right away as they shared the commonality of volunteer fire efforts. From traffic control to structure fires, Chief Malnosfsky also mentioned that in his previous communities, Police and Fire Company members cross-trained with one another to help each better during emergencies.

Congratulations to Rich Shillings of Rich & Sons for being inducted as an official member of the New Bethlehem Fire Company *Photo courtesy of TechReady Professionals

New Bethlehem Fire Company Chief Barry Fox, President Wayne Livingston, Secretary Kerry Gould and Treasurer Edward Goth along with all of the other fire company members in attendance welcomed Police Chief Malnofsky to the New Bethlehem area and Redbank Valley community.

Also, congratulations to Rich Shillings of Rich & Sons for being inducted as an official member of the New Bethlehem Fire Company.

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ABOUT:
The New Bethlehem Fire Company #1 covers the area of New Bethlehem Borough, Porter Township and parts of Redbank Township in Clarion County and South Bethlehem Borough in Armstrong County. It covers approximately 56.49 miles and is still a completely volunteer department.

MEETINGS:
New Bethlehem Fire Company meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7pm at the New Bethlehem Fire Hall.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES:
To learn more about New Bethlehem Fire Company’s Events & Activities, please visit: NewBethlehemFire.com/calendar Or visit their Facebook page please visit: Facebook.com/NewBethlehemFire

BECOME A MEMBER:
The NB Fire Company offers several tiers of membership including Junior Members for youth under 18, Active Members for those who wish to play a ‘major’ role in Fire Company operations (including active Firefighter) as well as Social Members who volunteer with dinners, fundraisers and Fire Company community events/activities. To become a member, please visit: NewBethlehemFire.com/membership

CONTACT:
If you’re interested in volunteering or getting involved, please contact the New Bethlehem Fire Company at 814.275.3000 or [email protected]. You may also ‘like/follow’ the New Bethlehem Fire Company on Facebook for the latest news/announcements: Facebook.com/NewBethlehemFire

For more info, please visit the New Bethlehem Fire Company website: NewBethlehemFire.com