Norton Firefighters

03/28/2026

Winner winner chicken dinner!

Congrats to our winners! We will be in touch with each of you to claim your prizes!

Adam Papp
Brandon Bradford
Brett McShane

Alternate: Andrew Howell

Special thanks to our sponsors at Globe Life for helping make this possible!

03/11/2026

🔥Fire Levy Renewal🔥

On January 20, 2026, Norton City Council passed Resolution 1-2026 to proceed with the submission for a renewal of the fire levy on the May 5, 2026 ballot.

✨So, what does that mean for you?

🚨This is a renewal ONLY - not a new tax or an increase.

If voters approve this renewal levy, collection will commence in 2026, with the Fire Department starting to receive the funds in 2027. This keeps us on our regular five-year renewal cycle.

For a homeowner, the renewal levy amounts to $152 for each $100,000 of the county fiscal officer’s market value, each year for 5 years.

We’re asking for this renewal so we are able to safely continue what we do best - Protecting and Serving you and your family when you need it most.

When emergencies happen, every second counts. This renewal levy will help preserve today’s short response times while making sure our crews have the personnel, training, and equipment they need to respond safely and effectively.

❓Have questions about the fire Levy?
Please feel free to contact Chief Papp
☎️(330) 825-3086
📧[email protected]

02/14/2026

🔥🚨THIS IS NOT A DRILL!🚨🔥

BOOZE. YETIS. THREE chances to win.

🔊 Norton Professional Firefighters IAFF L4219 booze cooler raffle is now LIVE.

These coolers are perfect for the garage, back yard, boat, or hiding from your in-laws. 🫣

Tag your drinking buddy and support your local firefighters by entering to win. You may just be the coolest guy (or girl) at the next backyard BBQ!

Drop a 🍻 below if you want in!

Venmo accepted

10/03/2025

✨Norton Fire signs are starting to roll out✨

Be sure to stop by and visit us this weekend at the Cider Fest!🍎

Thank you for your continued support!

🔥Vote YES For Norton Fire on November 4th🔥

10/01/2025

05/09/2025

Bourbon Raffle - Winners in order:

1. Matthew Smith
2. Nathan Varady
3. Stephen Baglia
4. Sean Conner
5. David Miller
6. Joe Kunkel
7. Mark Hodson
8. Rick Ho**er
Alternates:
9. Grant Masl
10. Rick Ho**er

03/17/2025

Local 4219 would like to congratulate Brandon Earnsberger on his promotion to Lieutenant!

Lt. Earnsberger has been a devoted member of this Local for many years serving in different capacities on its executive board. His knowledge and experience has helped drive the union in a positive direction and continues to be a valuable asset to our development.
Lt. Earnsberger will be assigned to B Shift where his knowledge will continue to help others grow and develop in their skills.

Please join us in congratulating Brandon on this well-deserved promotion!

02/25/2025

Senate Bill 1 passed in the Ohio Senate, despite overwhelming opposition.
Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/senate-bill-1-overwhelmingly-opposed-110430536.html

02/14/2025

Norton Local Firefighters 4219 would like to congratulate Lieutenant Adam Papp on his promotion to Chief.

Chief Papp comes with nearly 22 years of service to the Norton Fire Division first as a part-time firefighter, part-time fire lieutenant, full-time firefighter, full-time fire lieutenant, and now a full-time working Chief.

Chief Papp was a dedicated member of our Local serving as our secretary/treasurer for many years, offering valuable input and experience to other Union leaders.

We’re proud of our union brother’s accomplishment and look forward to working with him to better the department as we continue to serve to the citizens of Norton.

Congratulations Chief Papp!