Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen's Association - Experts & Thought Leaders

Dr. Harry Carter lost his battle with cancer on June 17, 2022. He was a dedicated member of the CVVFA serving in several roles as the NJ Representative to the CVVFA Presidents Council and as Editor in Chief of www.Respondersafety.com, where he oversaw highway incident struck-by reporting and authored the editor’s column. CVVFA paying tribute Dr. Harry Carter helped launch Respondersafety.com and contributed to its now 10 thousand pages of content. “He wrote until his declining health prevented it” said CVVFA President, Joe Kroboth, adding “When Harry accepted the Editor In Chief job the website was tiny. Harry was one of the leading journalists in the fire service and we were very fortunate he signed on. "He brought so many new visitors. Our trade show booth was jammed when Harry was present,” adds Joe Kroboth. His long time friend - Pete Matthews has written an excellent piece in Firehouse.com about Harry’s incredible career. Jack Sullivan, Director of Training at the CVVFA Emergency Responder Safety Institute wrote a tribute about Harry’s contribution roadway safety on www.respondersafety.com Unforgettable contributions Harry’s career in the fire service in Newark and Adelphia NJ exemplified the commitment of true “two hatter”, a career fire officer and a volunteer chief at home. The CVVFA was honored to have Dr. Carter as a member and his contributions will never be forgotten.

Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association (CVVFA) President, Chief Joe Kroboth has released a message stating - Fellow members, for several years the association and individual members benefited from a relationship with the PA Fireman Magazine. The magazine has covered CVVFA’s events, published their articles, and informed readers about the association’s activities. With the steady long-term growth of the Emergency Responder Safety Institute, there is a need to provide printed material designed to educate drivers about the dangers that distracted driving poses to responders working on the roadways helping others. Their friends at the PA Fireman established a partnership, in order to help produce and deliver that material all across the nation. Produce and ship educational items Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association (CVVFA) also stepped up the article submissions Working together, they reached a financial agreement that allowed purchasing discount subscriptions for members and to produce and ship the educational items to public safety agencies and other organizations. Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association (CVVFA) also stepped up the article submissions, so all the readers could receive the latest news about reducing struck-by incidents on the roadways. They viewed these print articles as means to deliver this important safety message to readers, who prefer to read a print publication rather than online. PA Fireman In late 2021, the PA Fireman changed its focus to become more of a Lancaster County PA publication and moved away from statewide and national coverage. Additionally, printing was outsourced, so that they no longer had access to purchasing printing and distribution of their educational material. They received their invoice for subscriptions for members in 2022 and noted the cost per subscription had increased to US$ 7, US$ 2 higher than their annual dues. Eliminated events and training calendars In another change, the PA Fireman eliminated the events and training calendars that their members read In another change, the PA Fireman eliminated the events and training calendars that their members read frequently. Sadly, they also learned that there would be no longer coverage of meetings and other events by a reporter. The officers brought these changes before the membership at the May meeting. After discussion and a unanimous vote, it was decided not to pay for subscriptions for their membership any longer. CVVFA to continue to contribute articles The Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association does feel that they should continue to contribute articles to the magazine. They hold no animosity and understand that organizations change in their business plan from time to time. Unfortunately, the changes at the PA Fireman do not align with the plans CVVFA have for the marketing of the association and their products. For interested parties who wish to subscribe to the PA Fireman at their own cost, can contact the magazine directly. In closing, they wish the PA Fireman well and thank them for the partnership they enjoyed with them, over the years.

It is with deep regret that Mill Creek DE Fire Company announces the passing of Deputy Chief Emeritus John P. Fox. John had been battling failing health for several years. John was a go-getter from the moment he joined Mill Creek in April of 1963, holding many positions within Mill Creek, during his lifetime. He shaped many future officers within Mill Creek as an Advisor to Explorer Post 921. He was elected Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief, Deputy Emeritus, Member of the Board of Directors and Company President three different times over his career. CVVFA mourns the death of John P. Fox John was a member of many fire associations, including Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association John P. Fox was the only person to have held the Presidency of the New Castle County Firefighters, Fire Chiefs and Fire Police Associations, recognizing his commitment to service. John was a member of many fire associations, including Cumberland Valley Volunteer Firemen’s Association, the DEL-MAR-VA Volunteer Firemen’s Association and Delaware Valley Fire Chiefs Association. President Emeritus He was an Honorary Member of the Aetna Hose, Hook and Ladder Company of Newark DE, where for many years, he worked in the kitchen preparing meals. John P. Fox was elected President Emeritus of the Delaware Volunteer Firefighter’s Association, an honor bestowed on very few firefighters in the First State. John’s memory will guide members of the fire service, as an example of service and dedication.