$140K In State Grants Going To Bensalem Fire Companies

BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA —The township's fire companies and emergency response crews are getting about $140,000 in state grants to enhance service for the community.

State Rep. Kathleen “K.C.” Tomlinson said the grants in the 18th Legislative District come from the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC).

“Congratulations to all our area fire and EMS companies that were awarded these grants from the OFSC,” Tomlinson said. “Some of Bensalem and Hulmeville’s best and brightest serve with these companies, and these grants will allow them to continue to serve our communities and save lives to the best of their abilities.”

The companies that received grants are:

• Bensalem Fire Rescue – $15,201.29.
• Bensalem Rescue Squad Inc. – $10,000.
• Cornwells Fire Company No. 1 – $15,000.
• Eddington Fire Company – $16,757.46.
• Newport Fire Company No. 1 – $16,951.99.
• Nottingham Fire Company – $16,951.99.
• Trevose Fire Company – $16,951.99.
• Union Fire Company of Cornwells Heights– $16,173.90.
• William Penn Fire Company – $16,951.99.

All companies that apply and meet the requirements outlined by OSFC receive funding. Companies must file a grant agreement with OFSC to receive their grants.

Projects that were eligible for funding through these grants include the construction or renovation of a company facility, the purchase or repair of equipment, the training of current or new staff, and the reduction of any existing debt.