Just before 1800 hours on Mothers Day, the company was alerted to a structure fire on Anthony Ave, in the Gilford Park section of Toms River. Station 53, the Island Heights Fire Company was also dispatched to the fire. Upon arrival of the first due fire officer, fire was showing from the "B" side of a single story dwelling. Engine 5301 was first on scene and stretched a hand line through the front door to make an attack on the fire. Crews from 2811 and 2865 stretched a backup line, performed searches, and performed ventilation. Overhaul was conducted by all crews, and the scene was turned over to the Toms Rive Bureau of Fire Prevention for investigation. More photos here. Courtesy Stacey Spotts

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East Dover Fire Company held a ceremony at the firehouse for Frank Edgar, a local resident who won the UFC Championship. He was recognized by the East Dover Fire Company, Toms River District 1 Board of Fire Commissioners, Congressman Adler's Office, and the Pleasant Plains Fire Department. More photos can be seen here.

Just after 1500 hours a general alarm alerted the company to a fire in a single family dwelling on Brookville Rd. 2865 and crew responded.


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If you were at our Breakfast with the Easter Bunny today and are looking for your photographs please click here, But first we would like to thank you for attending our annual event. If you wish to download your photograph first click on the thumbnail which will bring you to a page with only your photo on it. There is then a download link under Photo Information!

It's that time again. You're reminded to change the batteries in your smoke detectors and co alarms, and also replace any old and outdated alarms.