The Gerry No. 5 Veteran Fireman’s Association held its annual Scholarship Reception on Aug. 6, when 15 high-school seniors were honored with various scholarships. Each scholarship is in memory of Gerry members, and they are funded through numerous fundraising efforts. “If there was ever any doubt that any of the recipients were deserving of these awards, the applications … [Read more...] about Gerry 5 announces 2023 scholarship recipients
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Okos antique fire engine still pumping
An 1861 hand-pumped fire engine was taken up to Bath, Maine over the weekend by members of the Okos VFA to compete in the town’s annual fire muster. The competition involves teams from across New England who hand pump firefighting equipment built in the 1800s. Whichever team can pump water from the engine the farthest is declared the winner. The Gerry 5 VFA website, … [Read more...] about Okos antique fire engine still pumping