Marple, Newtown 1st Responders Get State Fire Commissioner Funds

MARPLE-NEWTOWN, PA — First responders in Marple and Newtown townships recently were awarded grant funding thanks to the Office of the State Fire Commissioner.

Across the state, fire and EMS companies have been awarded grants through the office.

In Marple and Newtown, more than $38,300 has been awarded.

In Marple, the Broomall Fire Company got $15,000 while the Marple Township Ambulance got $8,325.

In Newtown, the Newtown Square Fire Company got $15,000.

The grants can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training, education and public outreach, recruitment and retention, construction savings accounts, overtime costs associated with backfilling positions while firefighters are attending training (career departments only), and revenue loss due to COVID-19 impacts.

"It’s always rewarding to see the state prioritize our emergency responders. They show up during times of crisis and help people overcome some of the scariest, darkest moments of their lives," State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara said. "This funding will help them not only effectively do their jobs, but I hope also serve as a thank you for all that they do."