Our Department's History and Mission
We, the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company, proudly serve Fire District #2 of Old Bridge, NJ. Our mission is to safeguard your family, your belongings, and the overall well-being of our community.
Our Department's History and Mission
We, the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company, proudly serve Fire District #2 of Old Bridge, NJ. Our mission is to safeguard your family, your belongings, and the overall well-being of our community.
A Rich History of OUR Service
The Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company was founded in 1926 with land for House #1 donated by charter member William Gross. The original firehouse was a 12’x15’ tin shed holding a hand-drawn chemical wagon from the Morgan Munitions Plant.
In 1932, a building from the Crescent Sportsman Club was moved to the site to house a 1917 Model T fire truck from Leonardo FD. A 1931 Chevy engine joined in 1937, serving until 1950 when the house was expanded for a new International Pumper (201).
Growth continued with a 750 GPM pumper (203) in 1959, leading to a new firehouse dedicated in 1960. A second pumper (202) followed in 1961, an 85-foot ladder truck (204) in 1965, a 4-wheel-drive brush truck (206) in 1969, and a 1000 GPM pumper (207) plus Chief’s station wagon (209) in 1971. A Rescue and Squad Truck (205) was added in 1976.
To serve the expanding Lakeridge area, a firehouse on Highway 516 was built in 1967, fully staffed after a 1969 recruitment drive as “Engine Two.” Station 3 opened in the late 1970s in a converted church and was replaced in the mid-1990s with a modern steel facility.
Today, the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company proudly continues its mission of protecting lives and property, remaining a cornerstone of the Old Bridge community.
A Rich History of OUR Service
The Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company was founded in 1926 with land for House #1 donated by charter member William Gross. The original firehouse was a 12’x15’ tin shed holding a hand-drawn chemical wagon from the Morgan Munitions Plant.
In 1932, a building from the Crescent Sportsman Club was moved to the site to house a 1917 Model T fire truck from Leonardo FD. A 1931 Chevy engine joined in 1937, serving until 1950 when the house was expanded for a new International Pumper (201).
Growth continued with a 750 GPM pumper (203) in 1959, leading to a new firehouse dedicated in 1960. A second pumper (202) followed in 1961, an 85-foot ladder truck (204) in 1965, a 4-wheel-drive brush truck (206) in 1969, and a 1000 GPM pumper (207) plus Chief’s station wagon (209) in 1971. A Rescue and Squad Truck (205) was added in 1976.
To serve the expanding Lakeridge area, a firehouse on Highway 516 was built in 1967, fully staffed after a 1969 recruitment drive as “Engine Two.” Station 3 opened in the late 1970s in a converted church and was replaced in the mid-1990s with a modern steel facility.
Today, the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company proudly continues its mission of protecting lives and property, remaining a cornerstone of the Old Bridge community.
Volunteer with Us Today!
Join the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company or Ladies' Auxiliary! No experience is needed—training and equipment are provided at no cost. Experience camaraderie while making a meaningful impact in our community.
Volunteer with Us Today!
Join the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company or Ladies' Auxiliary! No experience is needed—training and equipment are provided at no cost. Experience camaraderie while making a meaningful impact in our community.