(Apr 21, 2016) Rep. Gerald Mullery
NANTICOKE, April 21 – State Rep. Gerald Mullery, D-Luzerne, announced 36 fire and ambulance companies in his legislative district will receive more than $421,000 in state grants. “The volunteers who put their lives on the line for the safety and protection of their community must have all of the necessary equipment and training they can get,” Mullery said. “These grants will help them continue to provide these invaluable services to our community.” Mullery said the grants are made possible by the Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program, which is funded by gaming revenue. With the grant program set to expire on June 30, Mullery recently voted for H.B. 1877, which would extend the program for four years. The bill passed the House and is awaiting action in the Senate. The organization in the 119 th Legislative District receiving grants are: A. K. Mowery Hose Co. No. 3, $11,511; Askam Fire Co. No. 6, $12,651; Dennison Township Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1, $11,739; Freeland Fire Department, $13,790; Freeland Northside Ambulance Association, $2,306; Glen Lyon - Alden Volunteer Hose Co. $23,239; Goodwill Hose Co. No. 1, $11,739; Goodwill Hose Co. No. 2 Plymouth, $12,651; Hanover Fire Co. No. 4 NFD, $12,651; Hanover Township Community Ambulance Association Inc., $7,202; Hanover Township Fire Department, $13,790; Hazle Township Volunteer Fire & Rescue Co., $13,790; Honey Pot Volunteer Active Read more