July Fire Appreciation and Fun Day in Zortman on Saturday

Of all the things planned at the July Fire Appreciation and Fun Day in Zortman this weekend, the Zortman Volunteer Fire Department Chief is looking forward to a few things in particular during the day-long festivity.

"I am looking forward to people coming together and having a day of thanks that we survived the July Fire and have fun and enjoy the day," said Chief Rod Bolland.

The July Fire started on Monday, July 3 at 4:30 p.m. — a day before Independence Day which is generally a fun-filled day in Zortman. The July Fire forced the people of Zortman to cancel the annual July 4th celebrati...