It is with heavy hearts and great sorrow that the officers and members of Lookout Fire Co. #1 announce the passing of Active Firefighter James "Jimmy" Dietrich. Mr.Dietrich served the company for 58 years beginning in 1955 until his passing.  In 2005 in recognition of his 50 years of service to the company the firefighter of the year award was officially named  the James G.Dietrich Firefighter of the Year Award. The award will honor one member each year, as voted on by the members of the company, for their dedication to the company and the community. Jimmy was a great friend, man, mentor to many and will be deeply missed. Please keep his family and friends  in your thoughts and prays during this time. Arrangements have yet to be finalized by the family at this time.

The Following are the Winners from our Sportmen's Raffle held on Saturday April 20th,2013. To Claim your prize if you have not done so yet, please email us at info@lookoutfireco.com

1st - $500 Cash -Cohi Beam
2nd - Savage Axis 270 w/scope or $225.00 - Paul Gilmore
3rd - Game Processing Knife Set and Light - John Neinnally
4th - Big Chef Electric Smoker - Bob Recker
5th - Midland Two Way Radios - John Huss
6th - Husqvarna Chainsaw - Riek Delucia
7th - Real-Tree Chair Blind - Larry Hall
8th - Marlin 30-30 with Scope or $350.00 - Mike Kaminski
9th - Germin E-Trex - Dave Pence
10th- Traditions .50 caliber in-line w/Scope -Kim Eckhart
11th - Deer Kart - George Light
12th - Horn's Outdoor center Gift Card $100 - Ken Corsette
13th - Mossberg 12 gauge turkey/deer combo shutgun - Barb Swingle
14th - Fire Ring - Lou Hodder
15h -  Horton Havoc 175 Crossbow - Tony Ripe
16th - Lookout Ladder Stand - Russ H
17th- Portable Power - Richard Vanness
18th - Henery .22 Rifle - Adam Check
19th - Nikon 8x40 Binoculars - Peter Walters
20th- Bow Box Target - Amber Kidd
21st- Hornet .177 Air Riffle w/Scope - Bob Paul
22nd - Halo Laser Range Finder - Mike Shatt
23rd - Ruger Blackhawk .357 Magnum - Jeff Engler
24th - $100.00 Cash - Ken Abbott
25th - 8mp Trail Camera - Jack Bunney

We would like to thank everyone who came out to the raffle and we look forward to next years raffle!

On Saturday April 6th, 2013 The Lookout Fire Co. #1 held their annual banquet at the Stroudsmoor County Inn, Stroudsburg Pa. Current and retired members, along with officials from Pen Argyl Borough, local, state representatives and special guests were in attendance. After a wonderful dinner, several members were recognized for achievements throughout the previous year. Firefighters Robert Kauffman and Grant Parsons were presented with personalized badges for their 10 years of service to the department. Also recognized were Lisa Perin and the Perin Family in memory of the late Ron Perin for his initiative to begin the restoring of Lookout Fire Co.’s 1949 Hahn Fire Engine. Concluding the awards the fire company named the James G. Dietrich Firefighter of the Year, named in honor of Mr. Dietrich's now 58 years of service. This year’s recipient has served the company since 1988 and has been a dedicated member of those 21 years. During his time in the company, he has completed many training programs and has received numerous certifications. In addition, he has served on numerous committees, including Labor Day Parade, Firemans Competition, Car cruise nights, golf tournament and many others. During his time, he has served as the Company President, Captain, Lieutenant, and currently holds the position of 2nd Assistant Chief. This year’s recipient is married to his wife Joan and the father of their daughter Shawana, he is employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and serves as the Assistant manager for Northampton County. It is with Great Honor to Name this year’s Recipient of the James G. Dietrich Firefighter of the Year as Mr. Shawn Campanaro

Lookout Fire Co. #1 will hold it's annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday March 30th at 11:00 A.M. for ages 0-10! So bring the kids down to Weona Park in Pen Argyl for all of the fun!

It is with great sorrow that the officers and members of Lookout Fire Co. #1 announce the passing of Firefighter Mitch Zanette. Mitch lost his battle with cancer in the early morning hours on February 21st while at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Florida for Speed week as part of the Daytona 500. Mitch was a huge NASCAR fan and even though he was sick he wanted to make it to the Daytona 500 in person. He made the trip with family and close friends was in Daytona for the past week as a part of his "bucket tour". He was a one of a kind and truly a great man, friend, and firefighter. His presence around the station and fire company activities will truly be missed by all of us at Station 32. Please send your thoughts and prayers to his family and friends as they cope during this difficult time.

****THE  VIEWING  FOR FIREFIGHTER ZANETTE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY MARCH 2nd, 2013 FROM 1200 HOURS TILL 2000 HOURS AT THE GUEROO & RUGGIERO FUNERAL HOME, 126 E.PENNSYLVANIA AVE. , PEN ARGYL. FIRE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES AND THE LAST CALL FOR FIREFIGHTER ZANETTE WILL BE AT 1430 HOURS AT THE FUNERAL HOME. ******

It is with great sorrow that the officers and members of Lookout Fire Co. #1 announce the passing of Firefighter Mitch Zanette. Mitch lost his battle with cancer in the early morning hours on February 21st while at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Florida for Speed week as part of the Daytona 500. Mitch was a huge NASCAR fan and even though he was sick he wanted to make it to the Daytona 500 in person. He made the trip with family and close friends was in Daytona for the past week as a part of his "bucket tour". He was a one of a kind and truly a great man, friend, and firefighter. His presence around the station and fire company activities will truly be missed by all of us at Station 32. Please send your thoughts and prayers to his family and friends as they cope during this difficult time.

In the early morning hours on 2/17 fire ripped through a barn converted into apartments in Plainfield Township. Engine 3211 was dispatched just before 0430 hours to respond to the scene of a working dwelling fire in the 1500 block of Pen Argyl Road in Plainfield Township. Engine 3211, Utility 3241 responded with a total of 15 volunteers. Upon the arrival of 3211, the conditions of the fire had worsened and winds were driving the fire throughout the structure, 36 command struck the evacuation tones and to commence a defensive attack. Crews from 32 continued to work the B and C sides of the building while working with other company's on scene to help control the blaze. Weather conditions of wind and low temperature played a major effect throughout the operation. Crews remained on scene to the late morning checking for hot spots and overhaul operations. A total of 10 people were displaced by the fire. Two residents suffered injuries, with one of them needing a medical helicopter to be transported to the regional burn center, the condition of that patient is unknown.---Photos Courtesy of Express-Times photographer Bill Adams

Members gathered this evening to surprise one of their own to recognize him and his many years of service. Firefighter Mitchell Zanette has been battling cancer for the past 16 months and has been battling it tooth and nail. Unknown to him, members gathered to visit him during a local pool league match to present to him with a plaque honoring his dedication to the fire company and community over the years. The officers and members of LFC #1 could not ask for a better guy, friend and brother firefighter. Thank you Mitch and keep on fighting hard and giving it all you got, we've got your back 100% of the way!

The Lookout Fire Company #1 will be once again be holding our spring sportsman's raffle on Saturday April 20th. at the Weona Park Community Center from 1pm till 5pm. This years ticket consist of 25 different prizes, ranging from hunting and camping gear, along with cash money prizes Tickets are currently on sale for $5.00.  For more information contact any member of the company. Or stop by the fire station any Monday night between 6:30pm and 7:00pm.
All proceeds benefit Lookout Fire Company #1
For a complete list of all the prizes please see flyer below or Checkout our  facebook page about opportunities to purchase tickets at different events.

TheLookout Fire Co. #1 and the Pen Argyl Salvation Army, have teamed up once again for our annual Christmas can food drive. This years drive will be held on the night of Monday  December 10th, starting at 6:45 p.m.  Along with can foods we will be also accepting non perishable food items. On the night of the drive, we ask that you please place your bag of items on your front porch with a porch light on. At 6:45pm members of the company will be driving around town in the fire trucks to pick up the items, so be on the lookout .Items may also be dropped off at the fire station that night before 7pm. This year we hope to have our biggest turnout ever and can not do it without your help. For More Information please contact us by email at info@lookoutfireco.com or call us at 610-863-4121