Each Memorial Day, representatives from various local organizations, including the McKees Rocks VFW and fire departments, visit war memorials in the McKees Rocks/Stowe area to honor fallen soldiers. Their route includes significant sites like Sto-Rox High School and Holy Trinity Polish Church, concluding at the VFW hall. (Photos)
First responders adapt to ramp closures on the McKees Rocks Bridge
Because of the Helen Street Ramp closures slated to continue on the McKees Rocks Bridge construction project, first responders dependent on using the ramps to quickly exit the McKees Rocks…
Preston fire company, Northwest EMS prepared for ramp closures
Because of the Helen Street Ramp closures slated to continue on the McKees Rocks Bridge construction project, first responders dependent on using the ramps to quickly exit the McKees Rocks…
McKees Rocks unrecognizes its fire company
The McKees Rocks Borough Council unanimously voted to unrecognize the McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department as fire protection services for McKees Rocks. Council President Archie Brinza said the fire company…
Stowe fire chief pleads guilty to lesser charge in assault case
Stowe Fire Chief Matthew Chapman has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge in an assault case against another firefighter. The attack on Presston Volunteer Firefighter Joe DeFazio occurred during a…
McKees Rocks and its fire company of 40 years
McKees Rocks residents have experienced uncertainty with their fire department the past few weeks, culminating in the borough’s decision to commission 24-hour service with the Presston Volunteer Fire Department. Many…
McKEES ROCKS | Presston VFD named as new fire company
Independent Hose Company No. 5 of Stowe, Presston Volunteer Fire Department, has officially become McKees Rocks Borough’s primary fire service as of Jan. 10. This comes on the heels of…






