Few may know that George has been a dedicated member of the Parkesburg fire service since 1973. George is a a life member and remains are “First Acting” at Keystone Valley Fire Department.
George serves as our “First Acting,” representing the most experienced member who continues to assist and guide our younger team members each day.
Keystone Valley Regional Fire District (KVRFD) and Keystone Valley Fire Department (KVFD) are expanding our service delivery model for 2026 to better meet the growing needs of the communities we serve.
Since regionalization, KVFD has maintained 24/7 career Emergency Medical Services staffing. In 2020, KVFD expanded EMS operations by staffing a second ambulance at times to help manage increased call ... (Full Story & Photos)
On January 7, 2026, at 9:24 a.m., Keystone Valley Fire Department EMS was dispatched to the 7000 block of North Moscow Road in West Sadsbury Township for a report of a pedestrian struck.
Ambulance 8-1 and Ambulance 8-2 responded within one minute of dispatch. Chester County 911 Center advised responding units that the West Sadsbury Township Police Department was already on scene with a pedestrian ... (Full Story & Photos)
Keystone Valley Fire Department assisted the Parkesburg Action Committee with the annual duck drop to bring in the 2026 new year. Ladder 8 was utilized to lower the duck around midnight as spectators helped ring in the 2026 new year.
The Officers and Members of Keystone Valley Fire Department would like to thank the Parkesburg Action Committee for the invitation to help ring in the 2026 new year. ... (Full Story & Photos)
Happy New Year from the Keystone Valley Fire Department! 🎆
Please be safe and have a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.
We extend our sincere thanks to all of our sponsors, contributors, and supporters for another successful year. Your continued support makes everything we do possible.
Thank you as well to our dedicated staff and volunteers who give their time and commitment day in and day ... (Full Story & Photos)
FF Holmes, FF Evans, Deputy Chief Gathercole, Fire Chief Marks and FF Clements
Keystone Valley Fire Department would like to recognize all of its personnel for an outstanding and professional job throughout 2025.
Words cannot express our gratitude and appreciation for our Career Staff, who serve as the front line of KVFD every day and represent the organization with professionalism on every incident to which they respond.
Keystone Valley Fire Department personnel Volunteer & Career gathered at Victory of Parkesburg to attend the 2025 Holiday Gathering.
Board of Director Chairman Robert "Bob" Guiney delivered a welcoming to all personnel and attendees. Deputy Chief Gathercole provided some words of appreciation and thanks to all members along with their families and guests.
The KVFD recognizes Alyssa DeMarco for earning her Master’s degree in Nursing Education.
Over the past two years, Alyssa has worked diligently to reach this accomplishment. Despite facing several challenges, she stayed focused and determined, ultimately achieving a 4.0 GPA.
Her dedication and hard work are a source of pride for the KVFD, and the department is proud to have her as part of the team.... (Full Story & Photos)
"Working Regionally to Survive Locally"
The Keystone Valley Fire Department was formed in March 2013 with the consolidation of the Parkesburg, Pomeroy and Atglen Fire Companies. Station # 8 provides Fire/Rescue & EMS Services to Parkesburg Borough, West Sadsbury Township, Sadsbury Township and Highland Township.
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