This morning, the New Lenox Fire Protection District (NLFPD) blessed a new fire engine that is going into service today.

Fire Chief Adam Riegel, Deputy Chiefs Dennis Randolph and Terry Vavra, Battalion Chief Brian Applegate, Chaplain Bill Ciston and NLFPD Station 2 Lieutenant and Firefighters took part in the blessing of the new engine Thursday morning. It is part of a fire service tradition that ... (Full Story & Photos)

This afternoon at 2:54 p.m. the New Lenox Fire Protection District received a call for a residential structure fire on the 700 block of Amber Road, which was called in by a neighbor.

Upon arrival firefighters observed smoke showing from a single-family residence. The firefighters then reported a working fire on the side wall of the garage. A neighbor was outside with their garden hose trying to keep ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just before 10:30 a.m. the New Lenox Fire Protection District (NLFPD) received a call for a structure fire on the 1000 block of South Cedar Road in New Lenox.

Upon arrival, New Lenox Engine 63 observed heavy smoke and fire coming from the building and the call was updated to a full still response.

All employees in the building were evacuated and no injuries have been reported.

The NLFPD remains ... (Full Story & Photos)

The New Lenox Fire Protection District will be accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for full-time Firefighter/Paramedics. On-line applications will be available starting September 30, 2024 at 9:00 AM CST. Applications will be provided by IO Solutions.... (Full Story)

New Lenox Fire Protection District (NLFPD) celebrated its employees and honored several members of the District with service awards at their Annual Awards Night on September 13th.

“We are fortunate to work with many individuals at New Lenox Fire who are committed to their careers with the District,” stated New Lenox Fire Chief Adam Riegel. “This awards night is just one way we can honor those who ... (Full Story & Photos)