In just two months, Medic 401—operating out of Station 40—has made a significant impact on emergency medical services in Berkeley County. Staffed by dedicated EMTs and paramedics from the Berkeley County Emergency Ambulance Authority (BCEAA), the unit responded to 145 calls in August and 158 calls in September, totaling 303 emergency responses.

This impressive volume underscores the vital role Medic ... (Full Story & Photos)

Colder weather is on the way. If you heat with a fireplace, wood stove or a pellet stove, remember to have them clean before burning season starts. Every year, the Fire Dept. responds to numerous chimney fires, most of which could have been prevented with having the chimney cleaned each year. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Pierce Manufacturing has almost completed the production of Tanker 40, the committee will be traveling to Florida for final inspections at the end of the month. Finally it’s almost home.... (Full Story & Photos)

Please join us for a wonderful breakfast with Santa at Bedington Fire Department 775 Bedington Road Martinsburg West Virginia.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Bedington Volunteer Fire Department is organizing our 2nd annual Breakfast with Santa event on December 06, 2025, to raise money for Mary's Refuge, which is a program who helps support pregnant mothers whose environments are unsafe, and also our fire department.

Some of the money that is raised will go towards purchasing gifts, clothing items or any other items the Refuge needs.

We are looking ... (Full Story & Photos)

Honoring a Hero: Chief Kenny Yeakley Laid to Rest

Martinsburg, WV — August 18, 2025

In a powerful display of unity, reverence, and love, the Bedington Volunteer Fire Department and Westphal Hose Company 5, alongside family, friends, and fellow patriots, gathered today to celebrate the extraordinary life of former Fire Chief Kenny Yeakley. With sirens silent and flags lowered, the community paid ... (Full Story & Photos)

August 1, 2025

Today marks a truly historic milestone for the Bedington Volunteer Fire Department and the citizens of Berkeley County. After a 15-year absence, an ambulance is once again running out of our main station at 775 Bedington Road. On this day, August 1, 2025, the Berkeley County Emergency Ambulance Authority officially placed a Medic Unit in Station 40—restoring a vital service that has ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today is a historic day for the Bedington VFD.

The 1st time since 1963, we now have a minimum of 2 career staffed personnel 24 hours a day, 365 to supplement our volunteers. Thank you to Berkeley County and to the members of our department for working together to better protect our citizens.

Later this summer in August they will be joined by BCEAA EMS medic crew, also 24 hours, 365 at Station ... (Full Story & Photos)