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At 20:55 Stations 107(Turkeytown), 17(Smithton), 19(Yukon), 58(Scottdale), Tanker 74(East Huntingdon) and Air 38(Mt. Pleasant) were activated for reports of smoke and flames coming from the rear of a ...
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This past Wednesday a young man was working on a house in when he was injured in an accident. He sustained life threatening injuries to his arm while severing several arteries and veins. He was brough...
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As storms rolled through the Smithton Area around 21:00, roadways began to flood as calls came in to the 9-1-1 center. Station 17(Smithton) was originally activated for a flooded roadway near the fo...
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Shortly after 23:00 on Thursday evening, Fayette County Station 11 was alerted of a working abandoned structure fire on River Road in Dawson Borough. A second alarm was requested which added Westmore...
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Donna M. Weaver 1959 ~ 2020
Tuesday, May 19th, 2020

Donna started with the department's ladies auxiliary and then moved to an associate member. She helped with various fundraising event including the "Lucky 21 Ticket and Banquet.

Donna M. Weaver

1959 - 2020

Donna Marie Stahl Weaver, 60, of Smithton, passed away, Sunday morning, May 17, 2020, in the comfort of her home, while being comforted by her loving family.She was born Sept. 7,1959, in Monongahela, the daughter of the late Donald and Maxine Comer Stahl.Donna was a graduate of Yough High School, Class of 1978. She was a member of the Barren Run United Methodist Church. She was a cashier for Bill's Golf Land, Route 51, Belle Vernon, for nearly 30 years. She was a member of Smithton Fire Department Ladies Axillary for a number of years. She loved to camp at the Hide Away Campground, Normalville, with her "peeps." She was a very social person and was very involved in her community functions and certainly was loved by all. Donna is gone from our lives but will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her: her loving and devoted husband, Lawrence E. Weaver, whom she married April 29, 2001; her loving children, Glenn Christner Jr. and wife Nichole of Smithton and Chad E. Christner and wife Sarah of West Newton; her loving stepchildren, Michael Weaver of Florida, Robert Weaver and wife Amy of Ridgley, W. Va., Eric Weaver of York, Brian Weaver and wife Crystal of Ridgley, W. Va.; her devoted grandchildren, Hannah Christner, Glenn Christner, Elliott and Phillip Christner, and Baby Christner, to be born Aug. 3, 2020; her step-grandchildren, Robert L.Weaver Jr., Phoebe Weaver, Meghan Weaver, and Jacob Weaver; her loving siblings, Donald Stahl and wife Beth and Jackie Bruno and husband Don, and Ronald Stahl and wife Annette, all of Smithton; and her loving fur baby, Max.Due to the strict guidelines we must adhere to at this crucial time, a private family visitation and funeral service will be held in the Frank Kapr Funeral Home, Inc., 417 Pittsburgh St., Scottdale, with the Rev. John Logan, pastor of Barren Run United Methodist Church, officiating. Interment and committal service will be held in Barren Run Cemetery. To view the online obituary, sign the guest registry, or send condolences, please visit www.kapr.com.

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We were invited to participate in the Mon Valley Night Out held just across the river in Rostraver Township at the DiVirgilio Sports Complex. The event was sponsored by the Mon Valley Opioid Coalition and the Rostraver Township Police Department.
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Early in the morning crews responded into Fayette County on Banning Road for reports of a bedroom fire. The Ladder arrived first to confirm a working fire inside the single family residence. Crews quickly deployed hose lines and entered the house to contain and extinguish the fire.
Wednesday, June 21st, 2023
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Crews spent a few hours doing walk-throughs of a few local businesses on the west end of 2nd Street in the borough. This gave our members an opportunity to become familiar with the layout of these buildings as well as different aspects of each business should an emergency occur.
Sunday, June 18th, 2023
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Sunday evening, the Ladder and Rescue responded to West Newton Borough for a residential structure fire. The Ladder arrived and assisted with suppression and overhaul while the Rescue was diverted back to station to stand by for the area.Early Monday morning crews then returned to the scene for a re...
Monday, May 1st, 2023
IncidentsThe month of April was slightly busier than average for our department. Crews responded to a total of 28 incidents in 8 different municipalities.Incident TypeIncident Locations9 - Fire Related17 - South Huntingdon Township9 - EMS Assist3 - Perry Township3 - Vehicle Crashes2 - Smithton Borou...
Thursday, April 6th, 2023
The SVFD is excited to announce being awarded a grant for recruitment and retention through the SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) program with FEMA. The award is in the amount of $20,000.00 and will be utilized for an electronic sign that is to display messages from the fire ...
Thursday, March 30th, 2023
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Recently we have received grants from CSX and Walmart to boost our operations in the community. Our department operates entirely on fundraisers, donations, and grants as we do not receive any sort of tax money from the community.
Friday, March 3rd, 2023
We have launched a fundraising website to facilitate our online fundraisers and tickets. It works like a typical online store where you can add one ticket or multiple tickets into a cart before checking out.
After several years of going through the process to become recognized as a 501.C.3 non-profit organization by the IRS, Smithton VFD now holds the designation! This means that individuals, businesses, and corporations can make tax deductible contributions to the organization.CLICK HERE for a copy of ...
The Smithton Volunteer Fire Department announces the posthumous promotion of Assistant Chief Michael DeSimone to Chief of the Department. Mike becomes the 9th chief in the SVFD's 110-year history. We are honored to add to Mike's legacy of his 29 years of service.Mike's SVFD identificatio...
Sunday, February 12th, 2023
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The department and community suffered a great loss on Sunday, February 12, 2023 with the passing of Life Member Michael DeSimone.Mike aka "Skip" followed in his father's footsteps when he joined as a junior firefighter at the age of 14.
Friday, April 23rd, 2021
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Memorial Call for Life Member, Firefighter Kirg Rupert Sr.The department and community has lost an incredible man. Kirg Rupert Sr passed away on Sunday while in Florida at his winter getaway.Kirg Sr was a Life Member of the department and contributed decades of service.
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Smithton VFD Spring Gun Bash – Brought to you by Stoney’s BeerHere are the general guidelines for our event.The event will go LIVE from the Smithton VFD Facebook Live account at 2:45pm to go over the event layout and drawing times.We will go live on Facebook Live to draw the winning numb...
Tuesday, May 19th, 2020
Donna started with the department's ladies auxiliary and then moved to an associate member. She helped with various fundraising event including the "Lucky 21 Ticket and Banquet. Donna M. Weaver1959 - 2020Donna Marie Stahl Weaver, 60, of Smithton, passed away, Sunday morning, May 17, 2020...
Sunday, March 22nd, 2020
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The Smithton Volunteer Fire Department will kick off another lenten season with it's Fish Fry Fund Raiser every Friday through Lent.Time: 4pm - 7pmLocation: Smithton Vol. Fire Dept. Social Hall Click for Directions3/25/2020 UPDATE!!!!Due to the current COVID-19 Virus concerns and restric...
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THANK YOU to everyone that came out and supported our organizations!On behalf of the SVFD and the PA American Legion Post 790, Smithton we would like to thank everyone that made this event possible!Andy's Tire & Auto CenterStoney's BeerWilliam Marconi Beneficial SocietyJack's Superma...
Thursday, August 30th, 2018
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The Smithton VFD has released a date for its FALL GUN BASH in 2018. The department again teamed up with The Gun Rack in Rostraver Twp and set the date:October 13, 2018The bash will be held a the Smithton VFD Social hall.With only 500 tickets being sold, request your ticket today!!Doors Open at 2pm$...
Saturday, March 10th, 2018
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The Smithton Volunteer Fire Department has again teamed up with the Smithton Athletic Association to host a "Night at the Races" fund raising event. Doors open at 6:00pm at the Smithton VFD Social Hall - 609 Center Street, SmithtonFirst Race is at 7:00pmFor $20, you own one horse for one o...
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A 55+ year tradition of the Smithton Volunteer Fire Department escorting SANTA throughout the Smithton area is set to bring more smiles and excitement to Smithton area residents in 2017! Members will pack treats in the afternoon then prepare Engine 17, Brush 17 and Squad 17 for SANTA'S big night...
Monday, December 11th, 2017
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Members young and old came toghter to celebrate and recap the year 2017 at our annual Christmas Party. Guests were welcomed, dinner and drinks were enjoyed and awards were handed to memebers for their accomplishments throughout the year.
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