Township of Clinton Division of Fire, 68 Beaver Avenue, Annandale, NJ (2026)

09/05/2026

ANNANDALE HOSE COMPANY FIREHOUSE FACT OF THE MONTH: ACCOUNTABILITY TAGS

Ever notice firefighter name tags on the ground near a doorway or just inside a building? Leave them right where they are, they’re supposed to be there.

Each Annandale Hose Company firefighter carries two accountability tags. One goes to Incident Command to track crews on scene. The other is dropped at the entrance we use before entering a building.

That little tag tells us who is inside and where they went in. If a firefighter becomes lost, trapped, or calls a Mayday, it can give rescuers critical information about where to start looking.

Pretty simple technology for a pretty important job.

So if you see firefighter tags near an entrance while we’re operating, please don’t pick them up or move them. If something seems wrong, let an emergency responder know.

If you happen to find one after we’re gone or somewhere with no emergency activity nearby, please contact Annandale Hose Company so we can get it back to its owner regardless of station.

Small tag. Big job.

09/04/2026

Thank You, Hunterdon County, for Supporting Local Fire & EMS!

Annandale Hose Company would like to sincerely thank the Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners for its continued commitment to our first responders and the residents we serve.

Hunterdon County recently awarded $500,000 in grants to 36 local fire and EMS organizations, providing greatly needed support for equipment, protective gear, rescue tools, and other operational needs.

We are especially grateful for the $15,000 awarded to the Township of Clinton Division of Fire/Annandale Hose Company for extrication equipment. This funding directly supports our ability to maintain the tools and resources needed to serve our community safely and effectively.

Thank you to Hunterdon County for continuing to invest in the organizations that protect our communities.

Originating Source: WRNJ Radio News, September 2, 2026

08/31/2026

70 Fire Calls and Counting. 31 Days. 100% Volunteer!

As summer winds down and families settle back into their normal routines, August 2026 will be a month the Annandale Hose Company won’t soon forget.

As of August 31, our 100% volunteer members have answered nearly 70 calls for service, and counting. From alarm activations and structure fires to motor vehicle crashes, helicopter landings, and everything in between, our volunteers have repeatedly stepped away from work, family, meals, and sleep to answer the call when our community needs help most.

Through multiple calls a day and an exceptionally busy month, our members continued to do what they do best: show up, work together, and serve our community.

But no fire company does it alone. A sincere THANK YOU to our neighboring fire departments, EMS providers, local law enforcement, Hunterdon County Communications/Dispatchers, Clinton Township DPW, utility crews, and all of our regional partners who have stood beside us. This milestone belongs to the entire emergency services community that works together every day to protect our residents.

And somewhere between all those calls, our members and families still found time to come together for a company pool party/picnic, complete with great food, a vintage Good Humor ice cream truck, and even hot-air-balloon rides thanks to some great friends of the Fire Company.

Nearly 70 calls. 100% volunteer. One incredible month of teamwork.

Thank you for a great summer, Clinton Township. Stay safe, and remember the men and women throughout our region who continue to answer the call.

August 2026 — almost one for the books!

08/25/2026

Remembering Together

For twenty-five years, Americans have remembered September 11 in different ways. Some remember exactly where they were that morning. Others know the day through the stories shared by family members, first responders, teachers, and veterans. Every generation’s connection is different, and the importance of remembering stays the same.

This year’s ceremony follows the order our community has kept for years.

President Marc Strauss will welcome the community and give the opening remarks. The Immaculate Conception School Children’s Choir will sing the National Anthem, and Company Chaplain Firefighter Charles Riddle will offer the invocation and the benediction. Guest speaker John Mulligan, a retired FBI Special Agent and firefighter, a United States Marine Corps veteran, and a thirty-seven year veteran of law enforcement, will share his remarks. The names of our honored friends, neighbors, and loved ones lost that day will be read aloud, accompanied by the ringing of the Hose Company’s original bell by Past Chief Steven Williams. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5119 Honor Guard will render a firing salute, and Elizabeth Fire Department Battalion Chief Scott Clarke will play Amazing Grace. President Strauss will close the ceremony.

Together, these traditions create a meaningful opportunity for our community to pause, reflect, and remember.

Friday, September 11, 2026
1:00 PM
Annandale Hose Company #1
68 Beaver Avenue, Annandale

All members of the community are welcome. We would be honored to share this time of remembrance with you.

One more way to remember.

On Sunday, September 27, members of our company will take part in the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run and Walk in New York City, following the same route FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller ran on the morning of September 11, 2001. The walk is open to all fitness levels and steps off at 9:30 AM. This is a local effort carried by Dan Fort, and the registration and donation link is printed on the graphic. If you would like to walk with us, or support the foundation, we would be glad to have you.

08/25/2026

Training for When It Matters Most

Annandale Hose Company members conducted hands-on ladder and aerial operations training tonight at the Clinton Township Department of Public Works building.

Crews rotated through three stations focused on essential fireground skills:

• Ventilation operations using the aerial
• Roof ladder advancement and placement
• Ground ladder deployment and placement

These skills are critical to life safety and protecting property, but they are also perishable. Regular hands-on training keeps our members proficient and prepared when the call comes in.

Thank you to the AHCO Training Committee for coordinating tonight’s drill and to the Clinton Township Department of Public Works for their continued support, use of their facilities, and ongoing partnership with the fire department.

08/24/2026

A Summer Stop for Engine 46-2

While returning from a call this afternoon, the Engine 46-2 crew spotted a neighborhood lemonade stand and made a quick stop to support some of our younger Clinton Township residents.

The stand, run by the daughters of one of our firefighters and their friends, had everything covered: cold lemonade, cookies, and even mystery bags. Needless to say, the crew didn’t leave empty-handed.

For us, being part of the community goes well beyond answering calls. Sometimes it’s simply stopping the engine, saying hello to our neighbors, and supporting a neighborhood lemonade stand on a summer afternoon.

Thanks for having us, and thanks to the Clinton Township community for always making us feel at home.

Enjoy the remaining days of summer! 🚒🍋

08/13/2026

Join Us in Celebrating 100 Years of Lulubelle with Clinton Fire Department | 8/15 • 11 AM–4 PM • 1 New St., Clinton

This Saturday, our friends at Clinton Fire Department – Station 45 are celebrating the 100th birthday of Lulubelle, their historic 1926 fire apparatus and an important piece of Clinton’s fire service history.

Annandale Hose Company will be joining the celebration with Old Mac 46, a historic Clinton Township Police Chief’s car, and a 46 Fire Chief’s car, alongside many other antique fire apparatus and historic vehicles from around the Northeast.

There will be food trucks, music, a b**r garden, kids’ activities, antique apparatus, and plenty to see throughout the day.

📅 Saturday, August 15 | Rain Date: Sunday, August 16
⏰ 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 1 New Street, Clinton, NJ
🎟️ Free and open to all ages

Come out, enjoy the afternoon, see some great pieces of fire service history, and help us support our friends at 45 Fire as they celebrate Lulubelle’s 100th birthday.

08/11/2026

A Community Tradition of Remembrance

Some days in history are remembered not only for what happened, but for how they changed us.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

On Friday, September 11, 2026, Annandale Hose Company #1, Clinton Township’s All-Volunteer Fire Department, will once again host our annual Community 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at our Station 1 memorial.

Together, we will honor all those who lost their lives, remember the courage and sacrifice of the first responders and everyday Americans who answered the call, and reflect on the resilience and unity that followed.

Friday, September 11, 2026
1:00 PM
Annandale Hose Company #1
68 Beaver Avenue, Annandale, New Jersey

All members of the community are cordially invited.

In the coming weeks we will share more about this year’s ceremony and the traditions that make it a meaningful opportunity for our community to remember together.

We hope you will consider joining us if you are able.

08/07/2026

Supporting a Safe Summer Night at the Baptist Camp on Blossom Hill

Annandale Hose Company was on hand this evening to support the Baptist Camp and Conference Center (Camp Lebanon) on Blossom Hill Rd, with crews standing by in Brush 46, our off-road wildfire response vehicle, along with additional support vehicles to help ensure the fireworks display remained safe from start to finish.

Summer nights like this are what community is all about: nice weather, neighbors coming together, great hospitality, and an event everyone can enjoy. While everyone else was watching the fireworks, our crews were there behind the scenes, ready if needed, so the focus could stay on the celebration.

Thank you to the Baptist Camp for having us. We appreciate the opportunity to support another outstanding community event and help ensure everyone had a safe evening and made it home without incident.

Have a safe and enjoyable rest of your summer!

08/05/2026

Annandale Hose Company at National Night Out - Clinton Township - 2026

Tonight, members of the Annandale Hose Company were glad to participate in National Night Out 2026 at Bundt Park alongside the Clinton Township Police Department, fellow public safety agencies, community organizations, and local families.

National Night Out is a great opportunity for residents to meet local first responders, explore emergency vehicles, ask questions, and spend time together in a relaxed community setting. Thank you to the Clinton Township Police Department for coordinating the event and bringing so many local partners together.

The Chick-fil-A Cow toured the Engine. It fit right in, after all, everyone knows firefighters never turn down free food.

The Annandale Hose Company is always looking for people with a wide variety of skills and interests. Whether you want to become a firefighter or contribute through one of our many support roles, there is a place for you on our team. No prior firefighting experience is required, we provide 100% of the training for those interested in becoming a firefighter. We also proudly welcome Junior Members under the age of 18 who are interested in learning about the fire service and giving back to their community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and helped make the evening a success. We hope to see you again soon!

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