Friendship Fire Co. #1

06/06/2026

1916 Ahrens-Fox Model K-3 Ex Woodbury, NJ at todays (June 6th,2026) Miles Greenwood Muster in OH. Now privately owned and recently fully restored by the Salty Dog Museum in Shandon, Ohio, Photo Credit Ted Elder

06/05/2026

June 5, 2026 marks a remarkable milestone — 196 years of service — for Friendship Fire Company No. 1 in the City of Woodbury.

Fire protection in Woodbury dates back even further. The Woodbury Fire Company was originally formed on April 13, 1799. Later, on December 25, 1826, the Woodbury Fire Association was officially incorporated.

As participation declined over time, the organization was revitalized when Friendship Fire Company was reorganized on June 5, 1830 — the date we proudly celebrate today.

The company continued to grow and was formally incorporated in 1883, solidifying its place in the community.

When tracing its roots back to 1799, Woodbury has provided some form of organized fire protection for 226 years, making it one of the oldest fire services in the nation — following closely behind Benjamin Franklin’s Union Fire Company (1736) in Philadelphia and Haddon Fire Company No. 1 (1764).

We proudly congratulate all past and present members on this incredible achievement and extend our sincere thanks to the City of Woodbury for its continued support.

04/09/2026

Proud sponsor of a WLL 2026 Team! Good Luck to all the Little Leaguers this year

⚾ Opening Day is Almost Here! ⚾
Dust off your gloves and grab your cleats—Woodbury Little League is back in action! Join us as we kick off the 2026 season with our annual Opening Day celebration.

Whether you’re a player, a parent, or a fan of the game, come out to show your and support our local athletes as they take the field!

📅 When: Saturday, April 11th
🕚 Time: Ceremonies begin at 11:00 AM
📍 Where: Woodbury Little League Fields

It’s going to be a fantastic day filled with baseball, community, and fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

03/24/2026

⚾ SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT ⚾

Woodbury Little League would like to thank the Friendship Fire Company for supporting our season!

Community partners like them help provide a positive baseball experience for the kids and families of Woodbury.

Please support the businesses that support our players! ⚾

01/29/2026

01/18/2026

The Friendship Fire Company No. 1 extends its deepest sympathy to the Billingsport Fire Association, the Paulsboro Fire Department, and the Roemmich family on the passing of Chief Archie Roemmich.

Chief Roemmich was a true icon of the fire service, dedicating 65 years to protecting his community and serving others with honor, commitment, and pride. His legacy and impact will never be forgotten.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of serving alongside him. 🕊️🚒

01/13/2026

🎉 On This Day in History – January 13, 1887 🚒🔥

Today we proudly celebrate the anniversary of Goodwill Fire Company No. 2, organized on January 13, 1887, in response to the growing population of the City of Woodbury and the need for increased fire protection for the North End of the city.

Officially instituted on April 22, 1887, and incorporated in February of 1891, Goodwill Fire Company faithfully served the community for nearly 119 years. From its original firehouse at 637 N. Broad Street, to the later station built across the street at 640 N. Broad Street in 1922, Goodwill stood as a cornerstone of public safety and service.

In February of 1937, Goodwill also made history by hosting the first sessions of the Gloucester County Fire Academy, leaving a lasting impact on fire service education throughout the county.

Though the company officially closed on July 26, 2006, its legacy lives on. Today, the City of Woodbury continues to be protected by a dedicated duty crew staffed 24/7/365, safeguarding the city’s 2.1 square miles and honoring the foundation laid by those who served before them.

We remember, honor, and celebrate the generations of firefighters who answered the call at Goodwill Fire Company No. 2. Once a Goodwill firefighter, always a Goodwill firefighter. ❤️🚒

12/30/2025

Last Call for your copy of Friendship Fire Company Histoy book contact us today!

12/26/2025

⏰ TIME IS RUNNING OUT – HISTORY BOOK PREORDERS ⏰

IT’S ALMOST DONE

⚠️ Important Preorder Information
• This will be a very limited print run — books will ONLY be printed for those who reserve a copy.
• If you have already preordered or expressed interest, payment is due by January 1, 2026.
• It is NOT too late to preorder if you have not done so yet.

💲 Book Cost
• $100 per book
• Shipping included

📧 To preorder or for questions, contact:
[email protected]

This is not a fundraiser. The cost strictly covers printing and shipping expenses.

📖 Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Woodbury’s fire service history—once orders close, no additional copies will be printed.

After decades of research, The History of Friendship Fire Company No. 1 and the Woodbury Fire Department (1793–2025) is nearly complete. After the close of 2025, this book will be sent to the publisher.

This comprehensive history is over 600 pages, includes 300+ photographs, approximately 11 maps, 10 tables, and lists the names of more than 1,300 individuals who protected Woodbury through Friendship Fire Company No. 1 and the other five fire organizations over the past 232 years.

12/21/2025

Well, that’s a wrap! 🎁

Huge shout-out to our buddy Tim Vedder for shrink-wrapping our special friend from the North Pole “fire department sled” for the off-season.

Santa has officially clocked out and headed back north to prep for the big night 🎅🛷
If it needs to be wrapped tighter than Santa’s schedule in December, Tim’s your guy!

Give him a shout for all your shrink-wrapping needs!