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…
A fire broke out at Stockholm’s Restaurant and Brewery in downtown Geneva on the night of July 31, forcing the beloved establishment to temporarily close its doors. The fire, which originated in the basement kitchen, quickly spread to the bathroom, causing significant damage. Firefighters from Geneva, along with assistance from the St. Charles and Batavia…
Community Support Vital for Kane County K9 Unit Training Amid Rising Waterway Risks The Kane County K9 Unit extends heartfelt gratitude to the Max Muetze and Dustin Hanson families for their generous support and the use of their property for the annual boat and water training. With recent heavy rains causing the Fox River and…
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 – Following the destructive fire that ravaged the Main Park Apartments late last month, the DuPage Foundation, based in Downers Grove, has stepped up to aid the nearly 100 residents who were displaced. The foundation recently donated more than $32,000 to provide crucial support to those affected by the disaster. In response to…
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…
Pets Find Comfort at Red Cross Shelter Following Main Park Apartment Fire West Chicago, December 12, 2023 – In the aftermath of the devastating Main Park Apartment fire, the resilience and unity of the community have come to the forefront as residents work tirelessly to rebuild their lives. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, a heartwarming…
December 11, 2023. West Chicago – In the wake of the devastating Main Park Apartment fire that displaced 100 residents just weeks before Christmas, the American Red Cross, West Chicago Police Department Social Services Department, WeGo Together for Kids, and numerous partner organizations have come together to provide support and assistance to those affected. The…
Devastating Fire Leaves Over 100 Homeless and Displaced During the Holidays In a heart-wrenching incident that unfolded in West Chicago last week, over 100 individuals have been left homeless after a fierce fire engulfed the Main Park Apartment Complex- damaging 22 units and leaving them completely uninhabitable. As the holiday season approaches, these affected residents…
The National Honor Society invites families to join them for a delightful morning filled with holiday cheer at their highly anticipated Breakfast with Santa event. Taking place on December 9 from 8:30 am to 11 am in the cafeteria of West Chicago Community High School – 326 Joliet Street West Chicago, this festive gathering promises…
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…
A large fire at Main Park Apartments in West Chicago displaced 22 families, totaling more than 100 people. Over 75 people are residing temporarily at New Hope Methodist Church in West Chicago. These families have lost everything and are forced, during the holidays to start anew. This would be difficult at any time of 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….
Monetary donations are urgently needed for yesterday’s Main Park Apartment fire. Organizations and individuals are invited to help out and rally around our fellow community members. Over 100 residents have been displaced since the blaze destroyed Al two buildings within the complex. Click here to make a monetary donation There is also a list of…
The following items are needed for victims of the Main Park Apartments fire. We are only collecting these items. Please do NOT donate summer clothing, shoes, etc. Families are homeless and have very limited space to store items. Any donations can be dropped off at New Hope Methodist Church, 643 E Washington, West Chicago, 9am-4pm….
If your alarm was manufactured before October of 2013, it’s time to replace that alarm with a 10-year sealed battery device. The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) reminds residents to test, inspect and replace any broken or expired smoke and CO alarms while they change their clocks this upcoming weekend as daylight…
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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…
Another busy day for the K9 and Drone Strike team. In the early morning hours of Sunday, October 16th the team was dispatched by RED Center and requested by the Wheeling Police and Fire Departments to assist in locating a person missing for over 5 hours. After a quick briefing with police our command…
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…
