West Chicago Fire Protection District Now Accepting Applications for Firefighter Position West Chicago, IL -The West Chicago Fire Protection District is actively seeking candidates to fill an immediate firefighter opening, with applications now being accepted. The position offers a competitive starting salary of $78,465, and interested individuals must submit their applications before the deadline on…
WEST CHICAGO, IL — After a distinguished career spanning nearly 40 years in fire service, Chief Patrick Tanner of the West Chicago Fire Protection District will officially retire on January 10, 2025. The community is invited to honor his dedication and leadership at a retirement ceremony scheduled for 3 p.m. at Fire Station 6, located…
The West Chicago Fire Protection District recently welcomed its newest firefighter, Jeremy Dolder. In a formal ceremony, Fire Protection District Trustee Perry Johnson administered the oath of office to Dolder, marking the beginning of his service with the department. Dolder brings a strong commitment to public safety and a passion for serving the community. His…
GENEVA, IL – A business in Geneva’s downtown district suffered significant damage from a blaze early Sunday morning, city officials reported. The fire occurred around 6:45 a.m. in the 100 block of Hamilton Street. No injuries were reported, but officials have not disclosed which business was affected. According to a Monday news release, the Geneva…
Sunday evening, a small fire erupted in a building located at 116 Main Street in West Chicago, drawing an immediate response from local police and fire departments. Deputy Fire Chief Jeffrey Keefe confirmed that the fire originated in the attic of the building. The incident, which occurred at the Good Morning Family Restaurant, affected two…
West Chicago Firefighter/Paramedic Nick Bulleri will be celebrating his 9th year of service with the West Chicago Fire Protection District this month. His dedication to the people of WeGo has not gone unnoticed. We thank him for his service to our community. El bombero/paramédico de West Chicago, Nick Bulleri, celebrará este mes su noveno año…
Update-Tuesday , March 12- Fire Chief Tanner let the Voice know the fire at Menard’s originated in the compactor and was quickly put out by fire department personnel. Breaking News: West Chicago, IL. -Sunday, March 10 . Menards in West Chicago experienced a situation that necessitated a response from the West Chicago Fire Department, an…
West Chicago Fire Protection District has welcomed two new members to their staff. Firefighters / Paramedics Jacob Rainey and William Watkins both join the department. We all welcome them to WeGo! El Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago ha dado la bienvenida a dos nuevos miembros a su personal. Los bomberos/paramédicos Jacob Rainey…
Have you heard of Project Fire Buddies? This organization aims to bring joy to children struggling with critical illnesses. Their chapters brighten the days of our Fire Buddies through occasional visits, gift giving, and providing once in a lifetime experiences. If you know of a child in need, email the Project Fire Buddies’ Executive Board…
In light of the Main Park Apartment Fire in WeGo, The West Chicago Voice wants to share these safety tips for the holidays with the community. Between 2017-2021, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 150 home fires per year that started with Christmas trees. The West Chicago Voice would like to stress the…
Over 100 Displaced in Main Park Apartment Fire The devastating fire at the Main Park apartment complex has left over 100 residents displaced. The West Chicago Fire Protection District (WCFPD) recently concluded their investigation into the incident, stating that while the cause remains undetermined, the fire was deemed “non-suspicious” and originated in a second-story apartment….
The West Chicago Fire Protection District companies were busy yesterday at The Crusher honing their extrication skills. The main focus of the drill was vehicle stabilization and patient removal. The more a skill is practiced, the better one becomes at it Las empresas del Distrito de Protección contra Incendios de West Chicago estuvieron ocupadas ayer…
Reminder: It’s going to be a busy weekend at the DuPage Airport. There will be a multi-jurisdiction training event to include the West Chicago Fire Protection District, West Chicago Police Department, DuPage Airport Flight Center, and the Federal Aviation Administration. This training event will be held on Saturday, October 7th from 8am to 3pm. At…
Cooking Mishaps #1 Cause of Home Fires: Fire Prevention Safety Tips To Avoid Home Fires October 8-14 is Fire Prevention Week, and the entire Month of October is Fire Prevention Awareness Month. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) —has been the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week (FPW) for more than 100 years. This year’s…
A man has been apprehended and taken into custody following allegations of his involvement in a hit-and-run incident that tragically resulted in the death of a motorcyclist in West Chicago. Identified as Jose Barrera Munoz, a resident of the 300 block of Church Street in West Chicago, the individual is now facing charges related to…
On September 6, 2023, at approximately 7:15 p.m., West Chicago police officers responded to a call of a crash involving a car and motorcycle near N. Neltnor Boulevard and Kings Circle. Upon their arrival, officers found a male victim in the roadway. Witnesses advised the victim was the driver of the motorcycle and reported the…
Be prepared to help yourself and others in the event of a disaster by participating in this year’s Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) course provided by the West Chicago Police Department and the West Chicago Citizen Corps. CERT training courses are designed to provide basic training to citizens in disaster preparedness. This training is intended…
