Congratulations to the class of 2026! Today six members attended the Hunterdon Central Regional High School graduation.
Congratulations to all of our graduates!
First photo: Hunterdon Central
EMT Childs
Probationary member Schmey
FF/EMT Mondelli
FF Apgar
FF Schmitt
Second photo:
EMT Vandal- Rutgers Prep
Third photo:
FF Apgar- Immaculata
Not pictured
Isabelle Maher- North Hunterdon
Tonight starts the Summer EMT program at South Branch Emergency Services. Many are spending Summer relaxing and this group is deciding to hit the books and further their service of Readington Township and surrounding areas. We’re wishing our 8 students the best of luck on their journey this Summer!
From Left to Right are Candidates Shah, Karako, Schmey, Maher, Zhou, Rao, Schmey, and Johansson.
We’d also like to congratulate our newest EMTs who recently graduated South Branch’s Spring Program and successfully passed their NREMT test:
EMT Childs
EMT Stangota
EMT Rudolph
EMT MacDougal
EMT Coussoule
FF/EMT Mondelli
FF/EMT Rathborne
Crews had a busy end to the week and weekend, responding to more than 50 responses since Thursday. In between medical calls, crews spent a significant amount of time on Route 78 handling various incidents, including a multi-vehicle accident with eight patients earlier this morning.
Thank you to our mutual aid partners for assisting with responses this morning to Route 78 and providing coverage for Readington while our crews transported multiple patients.
With sadness, we announce the passing of Ex-Captain Fred Herder.
Fred joined the Whitehouse Rescue Squad in 1988 and dedicated over a decade of service to the organization. During his time with the Squad, he held many positions, including Captain, and was known for his commitment and dedication to the community.
In addition to his service with Whitehouse Rescue Squad, Fred was also an active member of the former Ortho First Aid Squad, where he worked professionally.
Fred was heavily involved in numerous fundraising efforts throughout the years, most notably the annual Busher’s Wonderbar Dinner, which helped raise thousands of dollars for the Squad.
Fred’s dedication to public service was truly a family commitment. He served as Captain while his wife, Linda, served as Squad President. Their daughter, Vicki, also joined the squad, continuing the family tradition of service. His son-in-law, Phil, currently serves as President of the Whitehouse Fire Company, making the family an outstanding example of dedication to the community and emergency services.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Fred’s family, friends, and all who had the privilege of serving alongside him.
Services will be held through Kearns Funeral Home.