Philipsburg Area Fire Companies Take Next Steps in Merger Process

Philipsburg area fire companies take next steps in merger process

PHILIPSBURG — After years of discussions, plans are moving forward to merge the three Philipsburg area fire companies.

Philipsburg Fire Companies To Merge

Yesterday, in a major consolidation effort, the Hope, Reliance, and Chester Hill Fire Companies in the Philipsburg area officially took the next step toward a full merger.  Reportedly, the Reliance Station will serve as the primary hub, housing the department’s three main fire units.  Support vehicles will continue to be staged at the existing Hope and Chester Hill Stations.  Officials plan to consolidate all operations into a single, new fire s…