Historical records do not indicate exactly when the first movement was made to organize a fire company in Linglestown. Since the community of Linglestown dates back to 1765, as the third oldest in Dauphin County, there have been many attempts to organize fire companies within the town.

According to Linglestown historian Nevin W. Moyer (now deceased) a hand-operated pump and water box on wheels was purchased from Hummelstown Fire Company in 1850, by the Paxton Fire Co., of Linglestown. This effort eventually failed, however, and the pump was sold.

In 1900, a festival was held to attempt to organize a fire company. Twelve fire extinguishers were purchased with the $60 profit, and distributed around the town, but no further action was taken.

After two houses burned in Linglestown in 1922, another movement was started, but never went past the organization stage.

All during this time, fire equipment to fight fires in the Linglestown area had to come from Harrisburg, and later from Penbrook and Progress. Much time was lost, however, due to communication problems, and the distance to be traveled.

Following the destruction by fire of a barn in Linglestown in February, 1934, another movement was begun to organize a new fire company. From this activity, the Linglestown Fire Co. #1 had its birth. Below are listed some of the Fire Company's important and interesting events which have occurred in the fifty years since its founding and chartering.

February 28, 1934 - First fire fighting equipment purchased - fire extinguishers.
March 22, 1935 - A Ford Model T fire truck was purchased from the Elizabethville Fire Company for $275.00.
April 10, 1935 - Permission was given to use a stable behind the home at 1421 North Mountain Road as the first fire station.
December 11, 1935 - Firehouse moved to a garage behind 1330 North Mountain Road.
May 11, 1936 - An application was filed with the Dauphin County Court for a charter of incorporation which was approved on October 26, 1936.
January 13, 1937 - The Fire Company received its first appropriation ($100.00) from the Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors.
February 10, 1937 - The fire house was moved into the former Linglestown school building, which had been built in 1876. It was purchased with a mortgage of $775.00.
June 9, 1937 - The Fire Company marched in its first Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association convention parade, in Penbrook.
July 13, 1938 - Women within the town requested permission to form a Ladies Auxilliary. This was unanimously approved.
July 25, 1938 - A ladies auxilliary organization was formed, with eight ladies in attendance. A yearly membership fee of $0.35 was set, and month dues of $0.10 were charged.
February 8, 1939 - Approval was given to purchase spittoons for around the fire house, for the "Convenience" of male members.
March 8, 1939 - The first station siren was purchased for installation upon the fire house roof, at a cost of $37.50.
April 12, 1939 - The Lower Paxton Twp. Firemen's Relief Association was organized.
July 12, 1939 - The Fire Company agreed to sponsor the 175th anniversary of the founding of Linglestown, which was later held from August 30 through September 2, 1940.
September 11, 1940 - A profit of $1,156.97 was received from the 175th anniversary celebration. It was decided to purchase a new fire truck with these proceeds, rather than rebuild the Ford Model T pumper. Approval was given to purchase a 95 H.P. Ford pumper.
September 25, 1940 - A special meeting was called to approved the purchase of a W.S. Darley body for the Ford pumper at a cost of $2,099.18. A white body was decided upon, with 18 votes in favor of white and 10 in favor of red. A loan of $1,500.00 was also authorized.
December 11, 1940 - The new 1941 ford pumper was delivered, containing a 500 GPM pump and a 250 gallon water tank. This pumper is presently a company owned parade piece.
February 12, 1941 - The Ford Model T fire engine was sold for $75.00.
August 8, 1945 - The Fire Company and the American Legion Post 272 jointly began to plan a welcome home celebration for returning World War II veterans. A huge celebration and parade was eventually held on August 3, 1946. A profit of $550.00 was received, and divided equally between both organizations.
December 12, 1945 - The lot east of the fire house (now the parking lot) was purchased for $1,000.00.
October 8, 1947 - Two fire alarm boxes were installed in Linglestown.
June 9, 1948 - The Fire Company purchased a ten acre parcel of ground from H.S. Koons, for the purpose of developing it into a town park and playground. The purchase price was only $100.00, with the Fire Company also agreeing to maintain the grounds. The park and playground was named "Koons Memorial Park" on June 13, 1951.
November 10, 1948 - The Linglestown Fire Company fire police unit was created.
March 8, 1950 - Membership was obtained in the Firemen's Association of the State of Pennsylvania.
August 8, 1951 - The Fire Company purchased six addition acres of land adjoining Koons Memorial Park for $2,000.00 with acreage now totaling 16 acres.
July 9, 1952 - The first Fire Company festival was held at Koons Memorial Park.
April 14, 1954 - Approval given to construct an addition to the west end of the fire house, due to the weakening floor in the original building.
July 14, 1954 - Work began at the rear of 5947 Linglestown Road to build a 200,000 gallon pond to be used as a reservoir in Linglestown. This project eventually cost $250.00.
March 9, 1955 - A 1951 GMC 2,000 gallon tank truck was purchased for $800.00, with $438.00 being spent in addition for conversion and equipment costs. This tanker remained in active service until August 5, 1975 (see below).
June 8, 1955 - The first telephone was installed within the fire house.
July 13, 1955 - A bid of $8,575.00 was accepted to construct the three-bay addition onto the west side of the fire house.
August 10, 1955 - The first two-way radio was installed into the 1941 Ford pumper.
April 10, 1957 - The three Lower Paxton Township, fire companies organized the "Lower Paxton Township Volunteer Firemen's Ambulance Association" This organization is presently an active independent group.
April 9, 1958 - The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors purchased radio equipment for the three Township fire companies. Purchasing of equipment to permit automatic dispatching through the Dauphin County base was also done. Previous to this, alarms were called into the Zimmerman (now Hoover) Funeral Home, on the Square in Linglestown.
October 8, 1958 - Koons Memorial Park was sold to Lower Paxton Twp. for $2,800.00 with the understanding that it would always remain a park.
June 30-July 4, 1959 - The Fire Company celebrated its 25th Anniversary. The west edition to the fire house was dedicated.
September 14, 1960 - The Fire Company began plans to sponsor LInglestown's 200th Anniversary in 1965, and to place a bid to hold the Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association convention and parade that year, also.
January 11, 1961 - Plans were begun to purchase a new pumper.
June 14, 1961 - Approval was given to purchase a 1961 Ford Bruco pumper, with a 750 GPM pump and a 500 gallon water tank. The engine cost $18,820.00 when it was equipped.
December 19, 1961 - The new Ford pumper was delivered, and is in service at present. A $10,000.00 bank loan was taken for the new pumper.
June 11-12, 1965 - The 47th Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association convention and parade was held in Linglestown. The proceeds from the convention were used to pay the loan in full for the 1961 pumper.
August 30-September 6, 1965 - The Fire Company sponsored Linglestown's Bi-Centennial celebration.
February 9, 1966 - A building committee was set up to plan for a second addition to the building, on the south side, which would eventually contain a kitchen and large social room, lavatories, a club and day room, offices, a cascade room, and a 3-bay garage.
March 12, 1969 - A bid for the new building addition and parking lot was accepted, at $96,935.46. A $56,000.00 bank loan was taken out.
April 12, 1969 - Ground was broken for the new addition for the building.
May 21, 1971 - The first of the now-annual Firemen's Banquets was held.
July 12, 1972 - The Fire Company's merit system for members was begun.
April 9, 1973 - The mortgage on the new building was paid off.
May 9, 1973 - Three bids were received for a new tank truck. The bid was accepted for a 1974 Ford Bruco 1,500 gallon vehicle, with a 250 GPM pump, at a price of $27,000.00.
June 13, 1975 - The 1974 tank truck arrived, and was paid upon its arrival. The apparatus won "1st Place" for tankers the next day at the Dauphin County Convention Parade. This vehicle was in active service until being replaced by a 1990 Mack Tanker.
July 9, 1975 - Four bids were received for a new pumper. The bid for a 1975 Ford Young pumper was accepted, for $65,997.00. The apparatus would contain a 1,000 GPM top-mounted pump (first within the County), and a 750 gallon tank.
July 19, 1975 - A new station siren was placed into service, costing $1,313.00.
August 15, 1975 - The 1951 GMC tank truck was sold to the New Buffalo Fire Company (Perry County) for $1.00. The check was never cashed.
December 28, 1975 - The 1975 pumper arrived, at an equipped price of $68,582.
January 9, 1976 - The Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association booster meeting was held at the fire house, at which time both the new tank truck and pumper were dedicated. Both vehicles were "housed" the next day, followed by a celebration dance.
June 11, 1976 - The Fire Company placed a bid at the County Firemen's Convention in Williamstown to hold the 1984 convention and parade in Linglestown.
October 11, 1978 - A motion was made and passed to purchase a 1978 Chevrolet utility truck, costing $9,872.32. The vehicle arrived one month later, and was in service until being replaced by the current Chevrolet Traffic Unit.
December 10, 1980 - A $3,990.00 smoke and fire detection system was approved for purchase and installation in the fire house.
September 9, 1981 - Bids were received for a new pumper. The bid for a 1982 Pierce pumper was accepted, for $140,927.00. The apparatus would contain a 1,250 GPM top-mounted pump (second within the County), and a 1,000 gallon tank.
September 1, 1982 - The 1982 pumper arrived. It was dedicated and "housed" on October 24, 1982, and was in active service until the current KME was purchased.
September 16-22, 1982 - The Pierce pumper was placed on display at the International Fire Chief's Association convention in Philadelphia.
June 8-9, 1984 - The 66th Dauphin County Volunteer Firemen's Association convention and parade was held in Linglestown. The parade was organized into 71 classes, and offered 177 trophies as prizes.