GORRIE – The Howick Fire Department recently held its annual awards ceremony, recognizing those at the station for a job well done. On Aug. 26, the department gathered outside the Howick Fire Station, located in Gorrie, with family and members of Howick Council as Fire Chief Josh Kestner presented awards and certificates. Kestner first introduced…
Howick Fire recognizes department members with awards, certificates
Nicole BeswitherickSeptember 4, 2025 @ 7:00 amListowel Banner, News, Wingham Advance Times

An awards ceremony was held for the Howick Fire Department in Gorrie on Aug. 26. Four recruits were also promoted to firefighter. Above from left: Training Officer Justin Stewart, Firefighter Shawn Ross, Firefighter Ryan Gingrich, Firefighter Nathan Locke, Firefighter Mike Ross, Training Officer Matt Brodhaecker and Fire Chief Josh Kestner. (Nicole Beswitherick photo)

