Montgomery Volunteer Fire Department

08/26/2026

Thank you!

08/17/2026

A story from a few months ago in the Pittsburgh region, but one that reflects what is happening across the country. Mergers and consolidations are becoming increasingly common as volunteer fire departments struggle with declining membership, rising costs, and increasing demands.

Leetsdale Fire Department, Big Sewickley Creek VFD, and Fair Oaks VFD are planning to merge into the new Quaker Valley Fire District, operating from their three existing stations. Officials believe the consolidation will improve firefighter availability, reduce response times, cut unnecessary duplication, and allow the departments to share increasingly expensive resources. The merger still requires state approval, which officials hope to receive by the end of the year. For many communities, consolidation may increasingly become less of an option and more of a necessity.

08/16/2026

SOLD OUT!! Thank you so much

08/16/2026

Still some food left!!

08/16/2026

And the beans!!

08/16/2026

Turkey is on the grill!!!

08/15/2026

Trucks are washed and station cleaned! Ready for our fundraiser tomorrow morning starting 10am

08/09/2026

We're a week away! Be sure to put it on you calendar!

It's Marinated Turkey fundraiser time. Mark Aug 16 down on your calendar! See ya then!!