Monongah Fire Department Captain Returns to Duty After Cancer Battle
A captain with the Monongah Volunteer Fire Department has returned to work after battling breast cancer.

Clarksburg Weston, WV, October 2, 2026 — The Monongah Volunteer Fire Department is welcoming back a valued member of its leadership team. A captain, whose name was not provided in available details, has returned to duty following a personal health battle.
The captain has successfully completed treatment for breast cancer and is now back at work with the department. The duration of their absence and the specific timeline of their return were not disclosed.
Volunteer fire departments rely heavily on the dedication and commitment of their members, particularly those in leadership roles. The captain’s return signifies a personal victory over a significant health challenge and a resumption of their service to the Monongah community.
Further details regarding the captain’s recovery and their reintegration into departmental operations were not immediately available.
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