It was a wonderful evening celebrating dedication, service, and excellence within our department and community.

We are proud to highlight this year’s award recipients:

George B. Knowlson Jr. Scholarship – Arianna Bulmer
K. Edward Grube Scholarship – Tyler Gallagher

Firefighter of the Year – Andy Carr
Fire Officer of the Year – Captain Kris Grube

Top Responders of the Year (firefighters with the most fire call responses):
- Lieutenant Matt Astfalk
- Kris Horton
- Lee Stem

We would also like to recognize two firefighters who achieved a significant milestone this year, being promoted to Interior Firefighter status:
- Mason Diehl
- Jorge Herrera

In addition, the following individuals were honored for their contributions and service:

Rev. Peter Keady and FRCC – 5 years of dedicated service to PMFD

Jeff Young and Mike Mitchell, Palmer Township Supervisors - recognized for their dedicated service as they conclude their terms

Brenda DeGerolamo, Assistant Township Manager - honored for her years of commitment as she steps into retirement

A very special thank you goes out to our Awards Dinner Committee, who spent the past year planning and preparing for this event: Kris and Ann Grube, Matt and Jamie Lambert, Kenny and Alex McPherson, and Andrew and Sarah Rossi

We are grateful to each of you for your commitment and support. Congratulations to all of our award recipients, honorees, and newly promoted firefighters!

Thank you again to everyone who attended and helped make the evening special! ✨