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FF Charlie Kelly and Asst Chief Bob Knapp give the flagpole a fresh coat of paint, starting with the golden eagle.

Flagpole Repainted JUNE 29 - With the help of Ladder Truck 1041 A/C Bob Knapp, FF Charlie Kelly and FF Larry Baills re-painted the flagpole in the center of town at Bush Plaza.... (Full Story & Photos)

Early Morning Truck Fire JUNE 28 - At 6:10 this morning Oakland FD responded to a truck fire on Rte 287 NB. The rig was stopped on the side of the road and the driver had attempted to extinguish the fire himself. Used fire extinguishers lay about. The off-ramp at Exit 57 to West Oakland road was shut down to allow apparatus to quickly respond to the scene. The fire was doused in short order. All units were clear by 6:50. An ambulance ... (Full Story & Photos)

The second strike resulted in a structure fire.

Lightning Strikes Twice JUNE 15 - They say lightning doesn't strike twice in the same place. Today, in Oakland that was proven to be untrue. Well, not exactly the same place. The first call came in at approx 4:00pm for "House struck by lightning" at 11 Iroquois. The Oakland FD responded to the scene and confirmed that a tree was struck by lightning in the subject's yard. No damage was discovered to the house. Within minutes ... (Full Story & Photos)

Rain Doesn't Dampen OFD Picnic JUNE 13 - The OFD annual picnic took on special significance this year with the celebration of Oakland FD's 100th Anniversary. Despite the rain, members and their families enjoyed the festiivities. It was held at the Oakland Elks. Food was plentiful and the kids had fun on the inflatable rides, tossing baseballs, fishing, and riding in boats on the Ramapo River. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Robert Haemmerle, decorated soldier, Honorary Fire Chief

Bob Haemmerle is made Honorary Fire Chief JUNE 13 - Consider the fact that the Oakland Fire Department is celebrating its 100th year anniversary. Also consider that in that time, the title of Honorary Fire Chief has only been awarded once. That is until today, Saturday June 13th, 2009. Where after two years of waiting for just the right time to do the honors, the Oakland Fire Department presented Bob Haemmerle with the distinguished honor. Bob ... (Full Story & Photos)

A Century of Service - Borough Proclamation JUNE 10 - History records that in November, 1903 a major fire was discovered at the large barn of the Calder estate then located where the Coppertree Mall is currently situated. Although and informal alarm was sounded and a bucket brigade was formed, it was a futile attempt. In that it was the largest fire in Oakland to date, the need for a fire department in Oakland became apparent. June 10,1909 an informal ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mayor Szabo reads the proclamation as Chief Peter Sondervan accepts the honor on behalf of the department.

100 Years of Appreciation JUNE 07 - The Ramapo Valley Baptist Church held a service today honoring the Oakland Fire Department's 100 years of dedication, sacrifice and service to the community. Chistine Lovette, her music, and chorale members accompanied the celebration. The worship was led by Pastor HerbW. Dorfmann with OFD's own chaplain, Russ Stammer recognizing the achivements and selflessness of the department. The fellowship ... (Full Story & Photos)

Crash Course on DWI JUNE 01 - With proms and graduations comes parties, and unfortunately sometimes teen drinking. To drive home the point about the perils of drinking and driving, a DWI accident was staged at Indian Hills High School. Participating in the drill were the Oakland Fire Dept, First Aid Squad, Police, and the Wyckoff First Aid Squad, and a hearse. Yes, a hearse. The finale was designed to create a somber and sober ... (Full Story & Photos)

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