After a four-year delay, Keremeos' newest fire engine had its official ceremonial push-in.
The Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department wrapped up its June 28 open house with the ceremony, which for most departments usually follows shortly after the arrival of a new engine.
However, when the new engine arrived in 2021, the department had been keeping COVID-19 in mind and put the ceremony off.
"It was a little bit overdue," said Fire Chief Jordy Bosscha.
After the new engine was pushed in, the firefighters also gave their vintage engine its own push-in.
The ceremonies wrapped up the open house, which saw a solid turnout and successful fundraising for the department.
"We had some silent auctions and a lot of donations from local businesses and that raised a little bit of money for us," said Bosscha.
The funds go to support the department's gear as they also work towards getting a new fire hall.
