Crime & Safety
Rose Tree Fire Co.: Kenneth Medrow
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Name: Kenneth Medrow
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D.O.B.: Jan. 22, 1942
Hometown: Upper Providence Township for 40 years
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Rank/Title: Chair of Trustees for 10 years
How long have you been with the Rose Tree Fire Co.?
28 years
What do you like about your job?
The friendships and caring for the community.
What do you dislike about your job?
Waking up in the middle of the night. Other than that nothing. It's tough getting up in the middle of the night though.
What inspired you to become a fire fighter?
I've always been interested in it. My neighbor asked me to join and I've been here ever since.
What do you like about the greater Media area?
It's a small town like where I grew, near Altoona, Pa.
What do you want the general public to know about the Rose Tree Fire Co.?
They should join. It's a very worthwhile contribution to the community. Seniors have free time and they can volunteer for any part of the business or administration side. There's always things to do. There's a line side and an administration side. Like any business the bills have to be paid so there's always something for someone to do.
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