Acton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 Mack/Rosenbauer 1500/3000 for Tanker 3. Posted in February.

Andover Fire Department has acquired a 1999 HME/Ferrara 109’ RMA for Ladder 1. It had previously served in Elizabeth Twp, PA. Posted in July.

Andover Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 Freightliner 108SD/Midwest Fire 1000/2000 for Tanker 42. Posted in August.

Auburn Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Pierce Enforcer-Ascendant 2000/300/100' MM Tower for Tower 1. Posted in December.

Bangor Fire Department recently placed into service a 2023 Ford F-150 4X4 as Fire Command 1, the shift Assistant Chief's vehicle. Posted in June.

Bethel Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Spartan/Deep South 1500/1100/30F for Engine 2. Posted in November.

Bucksport Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 International MV/Trans-Tec aluminum tank 1000 PTO/2200 for Tanker 1. Posted in October.

Buxton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Freightliner/Pierce 1250/750 for Engine 417. Posted in April.

Dover-Foxcroft Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Freightliner 114SD/Midwest Fire 1250/3000 for Tanker 5. Posted in July.

Etna Fire Department has placed into service a 2004 American LaFrance 1500/750/50F as Engine 521. It had previously served in Brickerville, PA. Posted in September.

Fryeburg Rescue has taken delivery of a 2023 Ford E-450/PL Custom ambulance. Posted in January.

Holden Fire Department recently placed into service a 1996 E-One Cyclone 1250/750 as Engine 393. The unit previously served in Raynham, MA and is a long term loaner from Greenwood EV while the department waits for their new E-One pumper to be built. Posted in December.

Kittery Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 KME Severe Service heavy rescue for Rescue 3. Posted in February.

Lisbon Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Chevy 3500/Road Rescue 4X4 ambulance for Medic 8. Posted in March.

Monson Fire Department recently placed into service a 2006 E-One Cyclone rescue-pumper as Engine 422. Posted in December.

Morrill Fire Department has acquired a 1995 Ford Louisville Amthor Tanker 1250/3000 tanker. Posted in May.

Naples Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 HME Ahrens Fox 1871w 1500/1000/30F for Engine 5. Posted in January.

North Berwick is set to take delivery of a 2024 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000/30F for Engine 3. The new pumper will enter service after lettering and training. Posted in September.

North Lakes Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Peterbilt 548/Deep South 1250/2000 for Engine 1. Posted in October.

North Yarmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Spartan/E-One 1500/1000 for Squad 51. Posted in July.

Orrington Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 E-One Typhoon 1250/2500 pumper-tanker for Engine 362. Posted in September.

Portland Fire Department has acquired a 2007 Spartan/Hackney rescue for HazMat 1. It previously served in Brunswick. Posted in April.

Portland Fire Department has acquired a 2001 Seagrave 1500/500/75’ RMA for Ladder 12. It previously served in Salt Lake City, UT. Posted in April.

Portland Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Oskosh Striker 1500/1500/200F/55' Snozzle for Red 4 at the Portland International Jetport. Posted in October.

Portland Fire Department is set to take delivery of a 2024 Pierce Enforcer 1500/750/25F for Engine 9 and a 2024 Pierce Enforcer 100' MM Tower for Ladder 6. Posted in October.

Presque Isle Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2024 Ford E-450/Demers ambulance for Medic 12. Posted in December.

Rome Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2023 Freightliner M2-106/Midwest 2000 gal w/ PTO pump for Tanker 16-3. Posted in September.

Rumford Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 Dodge Ram 5500 4X4 light rescue for Rescue 1. Posted in March.

Sabattus Fire Department has placed into service a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2400HD for Car 19. It is used as the chief or assistant chief's on duty vehicle and for EMS quick responses. Posted in October.

Sacopee Rescue has taken delivery of a 2024 F-450/Braun Chief XL 4X4 ambulance for Rescue 2. Posted in May.

Scarborough Fire Department has placed into service a 2023 Ford F-150 XL as Car 7, the shift commander's vehicle. Posted in March.

Scarborough Fire Department has taken delivery of two (2) 2024 Ford F-550/Braun ambulances for Ambulance 1 and Ambulance 2.

Sebago Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Spartan/E-One 1250/1000 for Engine 2. Posted in August.

Sedgwick Fire Department has placed into service a 1995 Freightliner FL70 walk-in rescue as Rescue 1. It previously served in Old Forge, NY. Posted in January.

South Portland Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Pierce Enforcer 2000/300/100' MM Tower for Ladder 45. Posted in April.

South Thomaston Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Ford F-550/E-One light rescue for Rescue 54. Posted in September.

Standish Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 International HV 613/E-One 1500/3000 tanker for Tank 3. Posted in December.

Sweden Fire Department recently placed into service a 1995 Spartan/Ferrara 1250/1000 as Engine 4. It previously served in Cape Elizabeth. Posted in July.

Wells Fire Department recently placed into service a 2023 Chevy 3500HD as Utility 9. Posted in May.

West Gardiner Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 Freightliner/E-One 1250/2000 with 2-door cab for Engine 1. Posted in February.

Westbrook Fire-Rescue has taken delivery of a 2023 Ford F-550/Horton 4X4 ambulance. Posted in February.

Westbrook Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 E-One Cyclone 2000/500/100’ RMA for Ladder 4. Posted in July.

Windsor Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Freightliner M2-112/E-One 1000/3000 tanker for Tanker 3. Posted in February.

Woodstock Fire Department has purchased a 1997 Simon Duplex/LTI 102’ Tower for Ladder 2. It previously servedin Parsippany, NJ. Posted in January.

Woodstock Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2023 Freightliner/Midwest 4X4 1250/1250/20F for Engine 1. Posted in February.

Yarmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 E-One Cyclone 1500/750 for Engine 81. Posted in December.

York Beach Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Ford F-350 for Rescue 3. Posted in December.

Bangor Fire Department gets EMS programs funded. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in January.

Bangor Fire Chief Tom Higgins will retire at the end of September. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in September.

Boothbay firefighters get new turnout gear. Posted in November. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Brewer Fire Department gets new equipment to help save lives. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in May

Buxton Fire Department has closed their Chicopee Station. Apparatus from this station has been reassigned. Posted in April.

Corrina Fire Department has occupied their new fire station at 37 Exeter Road. Posted in August.

Eagle Lake advances proposal for fire department substation. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in August.

Easton anticipates new fire station if federal funding comes through. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in Spetember.

Eddington Fire Department celebrates 50 years. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in September.

Edgecomb approves new fire department ordinance. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in November.

Farmington marks 5 years since explosion that killed a firefighter. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in September.

Greene Fire Department gets brand-new rescue boat. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in January.

Greenville Fire Department receives grant for air packs. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in February.

Greenville opens new public safety center. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in June.

Houlton: Volunteer secures thermal imaging masks for Houlton fire department. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in April.

Jefferson Fire Department to request funds for new fire truck at November town meeting. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in August.

Lebanon votes to give additional funding to fire, EMS department amid budget restraints. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in May.

Levant firefighter honored with Penobscot County Firefighter of the Year award. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in September.

Lewiston celebrates groundbreaking of new fire station. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in May.

Limerick Fire-EMS has moved into their new station located at 23 School Street. Posted in July.

Maine Forest Service Secures Community Wildfire Defense Grants. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in May.

Mount Desert to buy new water rescue boat. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in February.

Newburgh's new fire station toured by Senator Collins. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in June.

Norway former fire chief retires after 50 years with department. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in March.

Old Town will once again have a fire chief. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in May.

Plymouth Fire occupies new fire station. (article doesn't mention the address, anyone know what it is?). CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in January.

Portland Firefighter/Paramedic Bill Miller retires after 36 years of service. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in January.

Portland welcomes four new firefighters with graduation ceremony. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in October.

Portland Fire Department has appointed Chad Johnson as the new fire chief. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in December.

Raymond Fire Department has changed the call signs for their apparatus. See my Raymond Fire page for the changes. Posted in July.

Saco Fire to appoint David Hamel as the next fire chief. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in September.

Scarboro Fire Department has permanently removed from service Engine 1's 2009 Ferrara and Engine 2's 1996 Spartan/Ferrara. Former Engine 3's 2006 E-One has been reassigned as Engine 1. Posted in May.

Skowhegan Fire Department moves into new Public Safety Center. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in March.

South Portland's Thornton Heights Engine Company 6 celebrates a century of service. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in March.

South Portland Engine 42's 2002 Spartan/Hackney 1000/500 and Engine 49's 1992 International 4900/National/Ferrara 1250/750/250F have been placed out of service and will be retired. The new Pierce Enforcer 105' quint is scheduled to be delivered in May. It will be assigned to Ladder 45, with the current Ladder 45 being reassigned to Ladder 42. The current Ladder 42 will become Ladder 41. Posted in April.

Springfield firefighters awarded funds for protective gear. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in March.

Stacyville Fire Station severely damaged by fire; cause of fire believed to be lithium ion batteries. CLICK FOR ARTICLE CLICK FOR ADDITIONAL ARTICLE. Posted in May.

Stacyville Fire Department Picks Up The Pieces After Station Fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in June.

Thomaston receives first responder equipment grant. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in April.

Waterville Fire Department to launch community paramedicine program. CLICK FOR ARTICLE. Posted in January.

Waterville Engine 2's 2007 Ferrara Intruder II 1500/1000/30F has returned to service after being refurbished. Posted in September.

JANUARY

Castine: Public engages with fire station issues. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Lisbon councilors extend ambulance contract, reactivate Public Safety Committee. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

FEBRUARY

Business donates $150,000 to Lewiston Fire Department to buy bulletproof vests. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Aroostook County commissioners approve nine dispatch contracts. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MARCH

‘A true hero': Maine marks 5 years since Berwick fire captain Joel Barnes died in the line of duty. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Struggling emergency medical responders still awaiting $31 million in funds approved last year. CLICK FOR ARTICLE.

LifeFlight makes significant investment in strengthening EMS and hospital partnerships. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Rockland agrees to 'absorb' Knox County dispatch. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

First National Bank Boosts Boothbay Region Ambulance Service with $30K Contribution. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

North Haven Island EMS Explorers teach CPR at school. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

APRIL

As OSHA proposes new firefighting standards, Maine departments push for flexibility. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Bangor's Hose 5 Fire Museum to host open house, raffle off 'summer pack-out'. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Old Monmouth fire station moved to become new fire house museum. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAY

Paris honors Deputy Chief Buffington with procession and final lap at speedway. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

What OSHA's proposed changes to fire department guidelines could mean for Maine crews. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

JUNE

Aroostook town beefs up volunteer fire department, avoids paying subsidy. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

With only one skills test left, 16 firefighter students training in St. George will soon assist in emergency response. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Firefighters gift toy car to child after it was destroyed in Levant fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

JULY

Maine Forest Rangers use drones to help find fires started by lightning strikes. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

911 calls in Knox County now being answered by KRCC staff after eight months. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Maine Fire Departments to benefit from new Federal Legislation. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Littleton and Island Falls to get $1.5 million in congressional funds. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Maine fire departments receive $1.1 million in grant funding for basic equipment. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

AUGUST

Firefighters take part in Penobscot County Fire Academy. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

SEPTEMBER

Waterville Fire Chief reacts to new role as Maine State Fire Marshal. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

City of Waterville preps to host the 60th Maine State Fire Convention. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Charleston Firefighters Association's 9th annual motorcycle ride raises more than ever before. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

OCTOBER

Large donation buys nearly 140 bulletproof vests for Androscoggin County fire departments. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Hope Library program to feature Andy Swift and his fire engine restoration work. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NOVEMBER

Oxford County first responders express concern over dispatch delays. CLICK FOR ARTICLE"