Blogger Ernie Hagenow Captures Lakewood Fire Department at First Big Fire

Crystal Lake blogger Ernie Hagenow headed toward the smoke when he saw it from Lippold Park. It was in Lakewood’s Brighton Oaks Subdivision. Here’s one of his photos from Genuine240’s Weblog (BETA): If you would like to see the rest … Continue reading

Privatized Fire Department Rolls Forward in Lakewood

Newly appointed Lakewood Fire Chief Tony Huemann garnered unanimous “conditional” membership for his new ire department in McHenry County’s Mutual Aid Box Alarm System on Wednesday afternoon. While the organization’s members, primarily fire chiefs, seemed to share the concern voiced … Continue reading