From the Fitchburg, MA Fire Department: It is with a heavy heart that the Chief of the Department announces the passing of active-duty Deputy Chief Patrick James Roy.
PJ has been a member of the Fitchburg Fire Department since November 21st, 2006, and has been in the Deputy Chief’s role for the last three years. Although PJ has been a member of the Fitchburg Fire Department for nearly 20 years, he has had a foundational presence at the Department since he was a child.
PJ comes from a long line of Fitchburg Firefighters. Starting with his grandfather Verne, who came onto the Department in 1947, then his father Jimmy, his uncle Kevin, his cousin Andrew, and his brother Sean. For PJ, firefighting was a family heritage and a dream come true when he became a Fitchburg Firefighter.
Since the day he was sworn in, PJ has placed the safety and well-being of our residents above all else. The passing of PJ will leave a large void in our Department and our Community. He is loved by all and will truly be missed.
Rest in peace, PJ.

Retired Winthrop, MA Fire Chief Joseph "Larry" Powers, Jr passed away from occupational cancer.

Grand Isle, ME Volunteer Firefighter Fred Mashtare passed away after suffering a medical emergency.

Cottekill, NY, Fire Chief David A. Gagnon Suffers Fatal Injuries While Clearing Fallen Tree. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Aquashicola, PA Fire Chief William George, 74, was stricken hours after he responded to storm-related incidents. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAINE

New Gloucester Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Saber pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Lincoln Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One cyclone custom pumper.

North Reading Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Manchester Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Sutphen Monarch 1500/1000 for Engine 3 and a 2026 E-One 100' RMA for Truck 2.

MAINE

Bangor Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer PUC 1500/750/30F for Engine 1.

Rockland Fire Department has placed into service a 2026 Dodge Ram 5500/Horton ambulance as Rescue 1.

Searsmont Fire Department has received a 2010 KME 1250/750 donated by Boston Fire Department. It previously served as Engines 7, 42 and 55.

MASSACHUSETTS

Hudson Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer Ascendant 100' MM Tower for Tower 1.

Milford Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 KME Severe Service 2000/750/50F for Engine 7.

Newbury Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach ambulance for Ambulance 1.

Quincy Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 KME Severe Service 109' RMA for Ladder 5.

West Springfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton ambulance for Rescue 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Whitefield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner M2-106/HME Ahrens Fox 250/600 4X4 wildland unit.

Wolfeboro Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Demers ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Nashua, NH Retired Deputy Fire Chief Glenn Telgen passed away from occupational cancer. He served in Nashau from November 4, 2002 thru February 28, 2026.

Firefighters Emily Barker, 38, of Michigan; Nick Hutcerson, 27, of Arizona and Sydney Watson, 26, of Alabama perished in a Colorado wildfire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Mabank, TX Fire Chief Charlie Woodard was struck by a passing pickup truck while directing traffic at the Mabank Rodeo. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAINE

West Paris Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Fouts Brothers 1500/300/15F for Engine 5.

York Village Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Pierce 1250/300 for Rescue 2.

MASSACHUSETTS

Beverly Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ferrara Cinder 2000/750/30F for Engine 1.

Hingham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Medic 3.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Concord Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Saber 1500/3000 for Tanker 5.

Kensington Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth/Fouts Brothers 1500/3000 for Tanker 4.

Mason Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/KME 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

Raymond Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth/Fouts Brothers 1500/3000 for Tanker 2.

Tilton-Northfield Fire Department recently placed into service a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton ambulance as Ambulance 3.

Twin Mountain Fire Rescue has placed into service a 2026 Dodge Ram 5500/Outback 135/400/12F brush unit as Utility 1.

Wakefield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan FC94/E-One 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

MAINE

Randolph's new fire station is set to be occupied during July. It is located on Kinderhook Street.

MASSACUSETTS

Beverly Fire Department has been awarded federal funds in the amount of $500,000 to renovate and preserve the North Beverly Fire Station. Work is expected to begin in 2027.

Sterling, MA retired Firefighter Richard Perry passed away at the age of 82. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAINE

Bridgton Fire Department has placed an order with Lakes Region for an HME Ahrens-Fox 1870 - 1500-1000 pumper.

Portland Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM/105' RM ladder truck.

MASSACHUSETTS

East Brookfield Fire Department has placed an order with Lakes Region for a Spartan/Alexis 1500/1500 pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Southbury Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/4-Guys walk-around rescue for Rescue 1.

Watertown Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Toyne 110' RMA for Truck 2.

MAINE

Eddington Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000 for Engine 321.

North Yarmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Mack/Deep South 1500/2500 for Tanker 53.

Van Buren Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Skeeter 20 HP/300 gallon brush truck for Brush 7.

MASSACHUSETTS

Sandisfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550 Superduty XLT/Medix ambulance for Ambulance 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Brookline Ambulance has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-450/AEV ambulance for Ambulance 8.

Durham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Marion walk-around rescue for Rescue 6.

Laconia Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Lincoln Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1000/1750/30F for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Portsmouth Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Braun 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 1.

Union Fire District in South Kingstown recently placed into service a 2025 Ford F-550/CET/Highway Products 4x4 300/300/10 CAFS as Brush 20.

Searsmont, ME Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury died a month after he was injured by an explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber, which also claimed the life of a Morrill firefighter. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Rockdale County, GA Firefighter Juan Antonio Smith died from injuries received when he was riding in a jump seat of a tower ladder when it rolled onto its side in Conyers. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Odessa, TX Lieutenant Isai Huerta was died after injuries received during the rapid deterioration of fire conditions at a trailer fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAINE

Farmington Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 100' MM Tower.

MAINE

Searsmont Fire Department has acquired a 2000 Pierce Quantum 1500/500 pumper. It previously served in North Thompsonville, CT.

MASSACHUSETTS

Quincy Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 KME Severe Service 1500/750 for Engine 5.

Springfield Fire Department has acquired a 2005 Pierce Enforcer 1500/500 and a 2007 Pierce Enforcer 1500/500 for use as spare engines. Both previously served in Yarmouth, Mass.

Stow Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550-Road Rescue 4X4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

RHODE ISLAND

East Providence has purchased a 1999 American LaFrance Eagle 95' MM Tower. It previously served in Clark, NJ.

Woonsocket Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 2.

MASSACHUSETTS

Seelyville, IN Fire Chief Harold Osborn, 51, collapsed and died after responding to an EMS call. CLICK FOR ARTICLE.

CONNECTICUT

Greenwich Fire Department has placed into service two (2) 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/750 pumpers as Engine 3 and Engine 4.

MASSACHUSETTS

Monson Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford E-450/Road Rescue ambulance for Medic 142.

Somerville Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Toyne 1250/500/30F for Engine 5.

VERMONT

Proctor Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/E-One 1500/1800 for Engine 2.

St Albans City Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000/30F for Engine 1.

South Burlington Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 E-One Cyclone e-Max for Engine 2.

Winooski Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 E-One Typhoon 1500/480/100' RMA for Ladder 1.

Woodbury Fire Department recently took delivery of two (2) 2025 Freightliner/E-One 1250/3000 tankers for Tanker 1 and Tanker 2.

Prince George's County, MD Firefighter/Paramedic Demair Lloyd, 44, passed away after suffering a medical emergency at home after his shift in Prince George's County. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Bedford Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-550/Horton ambulance.

CONNECTICUT

Shelton Fire Department recently placed into service two (2) 2026 Seagrave Marauder 1500/750 pumpers at Engine 32 and Engine 52.

MAINE

Sweden Fire Department has acquired a 1999 HME/Central States 1250/750 for Engine 2. It previously served in Naples and Bath, ME.

MASSACHUSETTS

Acushnet Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Dodge Ram 5500/Medix ambulance for Rescue 1.

Bridgewater Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Chelsea Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer Ascendant 100' MM Tower for Tower 1.

Eastham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Medix 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Fall River Fire Department has placed into service a 2014 E-One Typhoon 1500/750/30F as reserve Engine 11. It previously served in Easton.

North Andover Fire Department has purchased a 2011 Pierce Arrow XT 1250/750 for use as a spare engine. It previously served as Nashua, NH Engine 2.

Scituate Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1750/780 for Engine 3.

Seekonk Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 for Rescue 2.

Yarmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner M2 106/Firematic BRAT 750/1250 4x4 for Forestry 3.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Rye Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

North Kingstown Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Dodge Ram 5500/PL Custom 4X4 ambulance for Rescue 3.

VERMONT

Clarendon Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/BME 1250/2000 for Tanker 2.

LODD- Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr of Rescue 2 was killed at a building fire on May 23rd.

LODD- Braintree, MA Lieutenant Paul J. Smyth passed away from occupational cancer.

CONNECTICUT

Cornwall Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One MV8 rescue pumper and a CET mini-pumper.

RHODE ISLAND

Block Island Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One custom pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boston Fire Department has taken delivery of a Metalcraft 70' Fireboat "Martin Pierce" w/12,000 GPM pump for Marine 1.

New Braintree Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Rosenbauer Commander 1500/2250 for Engine 1.

Salem Fire Department has taken delivery of a new Pierce pumper for Engine 4.

West Bridgewater Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon eMax 1500/1000 for Engine 3.

Winthrop Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1250/600 for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

East Providence Fire Department has acquired a 2003 E-One Cyclone II/Saulsbury walk-around rescue from North Providence.

MASSACHUSETTS

US COAST GUARD

The US Coast Guard has commissioned the 62nd Fast Response Cutter:
Courtesy USCG media relations: The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned its newest Fast Response Cutter, USCGC Vincent Danz (WPC 1162), for official entry into its service fleet during a ceremony held in New York City on Friday. The Vice Commandant of the Coast Guard, Vice Adm. Thomas Allan, presided over the ceremony. Members of the Danz family were also in attendance, including the cutter's sponsor, Ms. Angela Donohue, widow of the late Vincent Danz. “Vincent Danz’s legacy will live on not only through his family and his brothers and sisters in the NYPD, but through the Coast Guard crew who will breathe life into this cutter today,” said Adm. Tom Allan. “The Coast Guard Cutter Vincent Danz will perform the Coast Guard's vital work across Oceania—projecting U.S. presence, countering illicit maritime activity, and strengthening our international partnerships.” The Vincent Danz is the 62nd Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutter in the service and the fourth of five FRCs to be homeported in Guam with U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam. The crew of the Vincent Danz will primarily serve U.S. and mutual interests in Oceania with an emphasis on the Micronesia and Melanesian sub-regions, conducting maritime security operations, combating illegal activity, supporting search and rescue missions, and strengthening partnerships with Pacific Island nations and Allies. The cutter is a multi-mission platform.

LODD- Morrill, ME Firefighter Andrew Cross, 27, killed in an explosion in Searsmont while performing firefighting operations at a lumber mill.

Sterling, MA Firefighter James E. Emerton passed away from occupational cancer (LODD).

Retired Fall River, MA Lieutenant Michael LePage passed away from occupational cancer (LODD).

Lawrence, MA retired firefighter Gilbert J. Soucy, Jr. passed away at the age of 83.

Wakefield, MA retired firefighter Jerome “Jerry” McCullough Jr. passed away.

Chicago, IL Firefighter-Engineer Steven Decker, 61, passed away after suffering a medical emergency during hose testing. CLICK FOR ARTICLE.

MASSACHUSETTS

Southborough Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 International/KME pumper/tanker for Engine 21.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Jackson Fire Department has occupied their new fire station located at 54 Main Street, next to the old station.

LODD- Methuen, MA Lieutenant James D. McLachlan passed away from occupational cancer.

LODD- Quincy, MA Firefighter Neil Leonard passed away from an occupational illness.

From the West Bath, ME Fire Department: "It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that the West Bath Fire Department announces the loss of a longtime member and officer. For decades, Mike Drake served as a member, holding many ranks throughout his time here. He was best known for his passion for training firefighters, not only training members of the West Bath Fire Department but also members of countless area departments and nationally at FDIC. He will forever be missed, leaving a hole that will never be filled, but his legacy of service to the Town of West Bath and surrounding communities will never be forgotten."

North Brookfield, MA Retired Fire Chief James F. Black passed away at the age of 87. From the North Brookfield Fire Department: "Chief Black joined the North Brookfield Fire Department on May 1, 1960, with the Civil Defense Unit, beginning a remarkable career of dedicated public service that spanned more than 50 years. He rose through the ranks, serving as Captain on January 1, 1974, Assistant Chief on March 2, 1981, and ultimately Fire Chief on July 1, 1984. Chief Black faithfully led the department until his retirement from the fire service on July 1, 2010. His leadership, commitment, and dedication to both the department and the North Brookfield community left a lasting impact that will never be forgotten. We extend our deepest condolences to the Black family, his friends, and all those who had the honor of serving alongside him."

MASSACHUSETTS

Foxborough Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Wildland Urban Interface pumper.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Merrimack Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer pumper.

Wakefield Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Spartan FC94/E-One pumper. The unit is already built and is expected to be delivered to the department within the next few weeks.

RHODE ISLAND

East Providence Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach ambulance.

CONNECTICUT

Winsted Ambulance has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/Life Line ambulance  for WA-62.

MAINE

Gorham Fire Department recently acquired a 1998 Pierce Dash 1000/1000 for Engine 3. It had previously served in Naples, ME as Engine 5.

MASSACHUSETTS

Dighton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Braun 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 1. The current A1 will be renumbered as Ambulance 2.

Haverhill Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Saber 1500/750 for Engine 1.

Medfield Fire Department has aquired a 2002 E-One Cyclone II 1500/300/100’ MMA for Ladder 2. It previously served as Westwood Ladder 1.

Milton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Cyclone 1500/780 for Engine 1.

Somerset Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-450/Medix 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 4.

Townsend Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 3.

Yarmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 2000/500 100’ RMA for Ladder 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Gorham Fire Department has remounted Engine 3's 2006 Pierce body to a new 2026 Freightliner chassis. The unit has reentered service as Engine 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Everett Captain Kevin Williams has retired after 31 years of service.

Peabody Firefighter Mike Dewan has retired after 32 years of service.

MAINE

Tariffs, price-fixing allegations drive fire truck costs out of reach for Maine towns. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Boston MedFlight moves into New Hampshire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Charlestown fire department limits medical calls, raising concerns. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

New Ipswich, Greenville, and Greenfield face increased ambulance costs for Peterborough mutual aid calls. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

CONNECTICUT

Andover Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550 ambulance for Ambulance 515.

Middletown Fire Department recently acquired a 1999 Spartan/Marion pumper designated Engine 5. It previously served in Thomaston, CT.

Waterbury Fire Department has acquired a 1991 Mack/Boardman/Gowans Knight 1250/2000. Designated Tanker 1, it previously served with the Kent Fire Department.

MASSACHUSETTS

Cohasset Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Fall River EMS has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach 4x4 ambulance for Medic 3.

Westminster Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Braun 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Bartlett-Jackson EMS has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 1.

Richmond Fire Department has acquired a 2003 Pierce Dash 1250/2500 tanker. It previously served in Gamber, MD.

Westmoreland Fire Department recently placed into service a 2005 Spartan/Toyne 1250/1000/25F as Engine 2. It had previously served at the Camp Rogers Air Force Base in Sacramento, CA.

VERMONT

Glover Fire Department has acquired a 1999 International/SLG 250/1800 for Tanker 2. The unit previously served in Waterbury and is a twin to the tanker they acquired from Waterbury in 2025.

Stowe Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner/Pierce 1250/2100 for Tanker 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Gloucester Firefighter Jon Sanger has retired after 26 years of service.

Lawrence Lieutenant Joe Murphy of Ladder 4 has retired.