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Proudly serving the communities of Manhattan, Peotone, and Wilton Center.

05/29/2026

As we continue to recognize the outstanding members honored at our 2025 Awards & Appreciation Banquet, we are proud to announce this year’s recipient of the Jack “John” Fitzgerald Firefighter of the Year Award: Firefighter Jeremy Wilson.

This award honors the legacy of Jack Fitzgerald, a firefighter remembered for his dedication, professionalism, commitment to education, and unwavering support of others. These same qualities are reflected in Firefighter Wilson’s service to the Manhattan Fire Protection District each and every day.

Jeremy consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to the fire service through continued training, professional development, and mentorship of newer firefighters and interns. His leadership, work ethic, and willingness to help others strengthen not only his crew but the department as a whole.

Having previously received this award, Jeremy’s selection once again speaks to his continued excellence, dedication, and positive impact on those around him. He exemplifies the values and traditions of the Manhattan Fire Protection District and the lasting legacy of Jack Fitzgerald.

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Jeremy Wilson on being named the 2025 Jack Fitzgerald Firefighter of the Year! 👏🚒

05/27/2026

Join the Manhattan–New Lenox TRIAD for Older Adults tomorrow, Thursday, May 28, for an informative and helpful presentation on “Smartphone Basics.”

📍 Location: Will County Sheriff’s Office
16911 W. Laraway Rd.
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM
💲 Cost: FREE

This month’s guest speaker is Anna Sarsfield with the New Lenox Public Library.

“Learn the essentials of your smartphone with the New Lenox Library! This Phone Basics presentation is designed for beginners and covers everyday skills like making calls, sending texts, downloading apps, and more. We’ll also explore helpful technology resources offered through the New Lenox Public Library to help you feel confident as you continue learning your device!”

We look forward to seeing you there!

05/26/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave heroes who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and courage will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Fitness Premier Manhattan for speaking to our Matter of Balance class about SilverSneakers and fitness for older adults, and to Clint Boone from Athletico Physical Therapy Manhattan for sharing his knowledge and expertise with our group. We truly appreciate your time, encouragement, and dedication to helping older adults stay healthy, active, and confident!

05/20/2026

As we continue celebrating EMS Week and recognizing the outstanding members of our department, we are proud to honor this year’s recipient of the Dale L. VanderBoegh Officer of the Year Award - Lt. Jon Christensen.

Named after Dale “Chubb” VanderBoegh, this award recognizes an officer who exemplifies leadership, professionalism, dedication to training, pride in the organization, and commitment to both the fire service and family.

Lt. Christensen was nominated and voted on by members of the department for his leadership, mentorship, and ability to motivate those around him each and every shift. From training the next generation of firefighters to creating a positive culture with his well-known phrase, “Can’t Ruin My Day,” he consistently leads with humor, determination, and dedication.

Whether overcoming daily challenges, sharing knowledge with younger members, or keeping morale high around the firehouse table, Lt. Christensen has made a lasting impact on our department and those he serves alongside.

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Christensen on being named the 2025 Dale L. VanderBoegh Officer of the Year Award recipient! 👏🚒

05/19/2026

As we celebrate EMS Week, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank all of the dedicated EMS professionals who serve our community day in and day out. Their compassion, professionalism, and commitment never go unnoticed.

This week is also the perfect opportunity to recognize the recipients from our 2025 Awards & Appreciation Banquet held in April.

We are proud to announce our 2025 EMS Person of the Year -Firefighter/Paramedic Shaun Stapinski!

Shaun was nominated and voted on by department members for his outstanding dedication to both patient care and mentorship. Whether he is helping younger members prepare for paramedic school, ensuring ambulances are ready for service, or staying calm under pressure on difficult calls, Shaun consistently leads by example.

His initiative, leadership, and willingness to help others succeed have made a lasting impact on our department and EMS program. Most importantly, he is someone his fellow firefighters and paramedics can always count on when it matters most.

Please join us in congratulating Shaun Stapinski on being named our 2025 EMS Person of the Year! Thank you for everything you do for our department and community. 🚑👏

05/12/2026

Over the coming months, representatives from Verisk/ISO will be visiting commercial properties throughout the district as part of a nationwide review of our community’s fire protection capabilities. These informational visits help ensure building and fire protection records are accurate and contribute to the district’s Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating — a rating many insurance companies use when determining commercial property insurance premiums. Strong fire protection services and a favorable ISO rating can potentially help reduce insurance premiums for local businesses and property owners.

Please note: these are informational visits only and are not enforcement inspections conducted by the Fire District.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms in our community! Today we celebrate the women who love fiercely, support endlessly, and make a difference every single day — at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

We also hold close the memories of the moms who are no longer with us, and send love to anyone missing someone special today.

From all of us at the Manhattan Fire Protection District, we wish you a day filled with love, laughter, and appreciation. ❤️🚒

05/09/2026

The combination of warm temperatures, dry conditions, and gusty west-northwesterly winds will lead to an increased threat of fire spread through early this evening across northern Illinois and portions of central Illinois. Limit activities that may cause sparks or involve open flames.

Address

100 Park Road
Manhattan, IL
60442

Telephone

+18154783197

Website

http://www.manhattanfire.org/

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