Haddock announces $329,000 in grants for first responders

Rep. Jim Haddock February 25, 2026 | 11:13 AM

HARRISBURG, Feb. 25 – State Rep. Jim Haddock said that almost $329,000 in state grant funding has been approved to support fire and EMS companies in portions of Lackawanna and Luzerne counties.

“Since day one, I have been proud to support our first responders, and I will continue working to ensure that they have the resources they need. Every dollar of these investments will make a difference for the local men and women on the front lines who are protecting us every day,” said Haddock, a member of the House Veterans and Emergency Preparedness Committee.

The funding comes from the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, run by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. Organizations can use the money for facility improvements, equipment, debt reduction, training, education, recruitment, retention and new facility construction.

Haddock said the grant recipients include:

Dalton Fire Co. $13,250

Eagle McClure Hose Co. No. 1 Station 93-3 $14,899

Greenwood Hose Co. No. 1 $16,136

Lawrence Hose Co. No. 1 $13,457

Newton Ransom Volunteer Fire Co. Inc. $12,838

Old Forge Hose and Engine Co. $13,250

Taylor Fire and Rescue $20,000

Avoca Hose Co. No. 1 $14,281

City of Pittston Bureau of Fire $13,457

Eagle Hose Co. No. 1 $25,869

Excelsior Hose Company No. 2 $15,105