The Webster Volunteer Fire Department and North East Joint Fire District would like to welcome the new volunteer firefighters of the 2023 Spring Probationary Class. On May 11, 2023, new members Jake Barry, Mark Meuse and Colin Smith commenced their ‘in-house’ training program. Over the next several months our new firefighters will be training under the leadership of Webster Volunteer Fire Department ... (Full Story & Photos)
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, April 24
Please join us for a craft and vendor sale to benefit the Webster Volunteer Fire Department. The event will be held at the Webster Volunteer Fire Department Fireman’s Building located at 172 Sanford Street on Saturday, May 13th, from 10AM to 3PM.
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, April 05
Recently Past Chief and current Fire Commissioner William Southwell located a stash of old apparatus photos from the Webster Volunteer Fire Department. The four attached photos are being framed to be proudly displayed in the Enderlin Station.
How things have drastically changed over the years.
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, March 16
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Webster Volunteer Fire Department member Charles "Chuck" Wheaton Styles.
Webster: Passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023, age 87. Predeceased by parents, Morris and Mary Styles; sisters, Mary Ellen Capone and Carolyn Housel. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha Ann Schudt Styles and their children, Nan (Henry) Nesbitt and Jen ... (Full Story & Photos)
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, February 23
The Webster Volunteer Fire Department Board of Directors is pleased to announce that they have selected Charles Styles as their 2022 recipient of the WVFD Board of Directors Award. The Board of Directors cited that in addition to Charlie’s many decades of dedicated volunteer service with the Union Hill and Webster Volunteer Fire Departments, Charlie is being recognized for his diligence in maintaining ... (Full Story & Photos)
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, February 18
The American Red Cross Webster Community Blood Drive will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Webster Firemen's Building located at 172 Sanford Street. Please see the attached flyer for details and instructions on how to schedule an appointment.
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, January 19
“Back in the Day!”
We often hear the stories about “Back in the Day”, when firefighters wore turnout gear and helmets that were caked with soot, carbon and other toxic residue from fighting fires and participating in training. Being the experienced and seasoned firefighter also meant that your gear should show the evidence of your courage and valor. The dirtier the gear, the more experienced ... (Full Story & Photos)
NEJFD Executive Director Steven C. Small, December 16
On Tuesday, December 13th, August Vorndran was reelected to a five-year term as Fire Commissioner for the North East Joint Fire District. August has been involved in the volunteer fire service for more than 53 years and also serves as the Captain of the Webster Volunteer Fire Department’s Fire Police Squad. He has been an important part of the North East Joint Fire District’s management team since ... (Full Story & Photos)
