Citizens’ Fire Company #1 of Weatherly dedicated its new 2022 KME Rescue/Engine on Saturday with a parade.

The parade, featuring 16 fire companies, with 36 vehicles. ended at Weatherly’s festival in Eurana Park. The ceremony began after parade trophies were awarded.

Chaplain Rodney Murphy of Faith Church opened with a prayer. There were speeches, and recognitions including one by state Rep. Doyle Heffley.

The truck was the last KME Rescue/Pumper off the KME line in Nesquehoning. The event also commemorated the 125th Anniversary of Citizens’ Fire Company #1.

- Seth Isenberg