Luzerne County Firefighters Local 840

10/15/2026

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09/30/2026

Come out October 18th and check out this great event! You’ll be able to chat with us about who we are, what we do and maybe learn a little bit about the history of Local 840! 12-4pm!

🚒 Come join us at the Kingston Forty Fort Fire Department Open House!

Come meet your firefighters and paramedics, check out our apparatus, and see what we’re all about!

📅 October 18, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

There will be apparatus displays, vendors, a safety house, and smoke detector giveaways!

Bring the family, stop by, and come meet the men and women who serve your community! 🚒

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09/26/2026

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09/20/2026

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09/11/2026

Never Forget - September 11, 2001

25 years later, we remember the nearly 3,000 innocent lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the countless families forever changed by that day.

We remember the firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, and other first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away. We honor their courage, their sacrifice, and their commitment to serve.

Today, we remember.
Today, we honor.
Today, and every day — Never Forget. 🇺🇸

09/07/2026

Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication, and contributions of working men and women in our communities and across our nation.

Labor Day is an opportunity to reflect on the value of honest work, the importance of standing together, and the generations of workers who have helped build stronger communities and better workplaces.

We are proud to stand alongside our fellow working men and women and remain committed to serving our members and the communities they protect.

Happy Labor Day from IAFF Local 0840

This , we honor the generations of members who have built our union and those carrying it forward today.

09/04/2026

Good Morning!

Our members in Plains Township are selling apparel for Halloween time! All proceeds made from the shirts will go towards the Coats for Solomon program which purchases winter coats for area children in need.

The store will be open until October 1st, with an estimated apparel completion date of October 15th. Shipping or pick up options available! Please give it a look!

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09/01/2026

Multiple departments responded to assist on this incident late this morning.

International Association of Fire Fighters
Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters

A fire has broken out at the Wyoming Area Catholic School; students and the facility have been evacuated.

08/23/2026

The Wyoming Valley run will step off two weeks today, with expected lane restrictions and road closures happening from Pittston through Wilkes Barre. A large chunk of the race will take place on Wyoming Ave. from West Pittston to the Market St. bridge in Kingston. The race kicks off at 6am with registration and will continue through 1pm.

We ask that you plan your travel accordingly, with alternative routes ⤴️⤵️ utilized. If you live along the route, don’t be afraid to offer the runners some encouragement.

Please use caution ⚠️ if you must travel in the area, the safety of all participants, staff, volunteers and the public is paramount for the success of the race.

We wish everyone well and we hope to see you there! 🏃 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ 🥇

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 🙏 This , we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country.

Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy today – and it will never be forgotten.