The Edinboro Volunteer Fire Department is proud to partner with the Bruno family and the Community Blood Bank to host a special blood drive in loving memory of Nate Bruno, an Edinboro resident who passed away suddenly just over two years ago.

The need for blood continues to grow, not only in hospitals but also in prehospital emergency care, where having blood available to treat critically injured patients can mean the difference between life and death.

Please join us on Wednesday, November 25th, ... (Full Story & Photos)

2027 EVFD Sportsmen's Raffle Date Announced.... (Full Story & Photos)

Life is built from small moments—coffee before sunrise, sideline cheers, a hand squeezed at the right time. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen to anyone, anywhere, interrupting those moments without warning. Our latest video shows us what’s worth protecting and how being prepared can help. We hope it sparks conversations about readiness in your home, school, workplace and community, and encourages simple steps to be better prepared for cardiac emergencies.

At Stryker, we understand that being ... (Full Story & Photos)

“Who’s Coming for Us?” — A Fictional Story, A Very Real Crisis

Though the recent article “Who’s Coming for Us?” by Carly Strong is fictional, the situation it describes is alarmingly real for many communities across our region. Ambulance services are disappearing. Response times are growing longer. Families are being forced to face medical emergencies without trained help.

We urge you to take a few moments to read this powerful piece, published by EMS1.com, and reflect on what it would feel like ... (Full Story & Photos)

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are a vital lifeline in our community, yet funding shortages and policy gaps are pushing many agencies to the brink of closure. Despite being recognized as an essential service, EMS often lacks the financial support necessary to sustain operations, leaving agencies struggling to cover costs and provide timely, life-saving care. The “Access to EMS and Patient Billing Protections” document outlines the urgent need for legislative changes to secure fair reimbursement, ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Edinboro Volunteer Fire Department (EVFD) prefers to receive donations via check rather than through online services because checks ensure that the full amount of the donation is received without deductions for transaction fees. Online payment platforms often charge processing fees, which reduce the total funds available to support the fire department's essential operations and services. By donating via check, supporters can maximize the impact of their contributions, directly aiding the department's ... (Full Story & Photos)