October 4, 2025 — The Country Hills Fire Company earned top honors at this year’s Bridgewater Township Fire Inspection, taking home the Best Appearing Fire Apparatus trophy.

Members dedicated numerous hours preparing Squad 24 for the event, ensuring it looked its best for the annual inspection and celebration of township fire services.

The department congratulated the North Branch Volunteer Fire Company, which received the Best Appearing Manpower trophy, and expressed appreciation for the camaraderie among all participating township fire companies.

Participating departments included:

• Bradley Gardens Volunteer Fire Company
• Finderne Fire Department
• Green Knoll Fire Department
• Martinsville Volunteer Fire Department
• North Branch Volunteer Fire Company

The event served as both a friendly competition and a reminder of the professionalism and teamwork shared by Bridgewater Township’s fire service community.