Burlington, MA- has on order a Pierce Quantum pumper with delivery expected in June or July. Also, pending town meeting approval, Engine 1's 2002 Pierce Quantum will be sent out to be refurbished.

Cambridge, MA- has on order a Pierce pumper and a Pierce ladder truck.

Camden, ME- has on order a Pierce Dash CF that will replace Engine 4.

Dalton, MA- in addition to selling Engine 3 to Hancock, a member has purchased Ladder 1's former 1974 American LaFrance 100’ RMA.

East Montpelier, VT- Rescue 4's 1999 Wheeled Coach ambulance box has been refurbished and remounted to a 2012 Ford F chassis.

Longmeadow, MA– has received a Federal grant in the amount of $69,100 for hose, adaptors, and nozzles.

New Bedford, MA- has acquired Mass Military Reservation Engine 406's former 1991 KME P-24 4X4 pumper. It has been designated Engine 25 and will be utililzed in severe weather such as snow storms and hurricanes.

Paxton, MA– has received a Federal grant in the amount of $76,000 for Cardiac Defibrillators.

Three Rivers, MA- Scott Turner has been sworn in as the new fire chief.

Wakefield, MA– has received a Federal grant in the amount of $36,108 for hose and rescue ropes.

Waltham, MA- has awarded Cataldo Ambulance Services the Emergency Medical Services Contract. Cataldo will take over the contract on February 10, 2013 from AMR (American Medical Response).

Westborough, MA- Captain Phil Kitteredge has retired after 43 years of service.

Whitman, MA- has changed the number system for several vehicles. Ambulance 1 is now desiganted 247, Ambulance-2 as 248, and Ambulance-3 as 249. Also Car 2 (shift commander) will now be Car 3, and Car 3 will now be Car 4. The Car 2 unit designation will be reserved for future use. The Fire Alarm truck is now referred to as S-1.

Wilbraham, MA- the central fire station on Main Street has finished their remodeling project. Companies are expected to move back in soon.

Here is an update on some apparatus/ambulances currently on order (special thanks to Mike of Mass Fire Trucks for the info)
Amherst, MA- International TerraStar/Horton ambulance - awaiting delivery
Ashby, MA- Commercial ERV Tanker - delivery 2013
Belchertown, MA- International TerraStar/Horton ambulance - awaiting delivery
Boston, MA- Spartan/EVI haz/mat unit - delivery late December 2012
Boston, MA- (3) KME ladder trucks - due around March
Bourne, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in 2013
Chesterfield, MA- E-One custom pumper on order - delivery in 2013
Cranston, RI- Osage ambulance - due in March
Dalton, MA- KME custom pumper on order - delivery in 2013
Dighton, MA- International/Braun ambulance- awaiting delivery
Dover, MA- KME ladder truck - due within a month
Duxbury, MA- Chevy G-series/Braun ambulance- awaiting delivery
Foster Center, RI- Commercial ERV tanker - delivery 2013
Franklin, MA- F-series/Horton ambulance - awaiting delivery
Franklin, MA- Pierce Impel custom pumper - due winter 2013
Hanson, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in February/March
Hingham, MA- (2) Osage ambulances - due in March
Hudson, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in February
Ipswich, MA- custom KME pumper on order - due around March
Lawrence, MA- E-One custom ladder - due in February
Lee, MA- KME custom pumper on order - delivery in 2013
Littleton, MA- PL Custom ambulance- delivery in 2013
Ludlow, MA- Chevy G-series/Horton ambulance- awaiting delivery
Mashpee, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in late winter
Maynard, MA- Braun ambulance - due in 2013
Medway, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in March/April
Middleborough, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in 2013
Milford, MA- Custom E-One pumper on order - delivery in 2013
Monterey, MA - Ford F-Series/KME Rescue - Delivery Before January
Northborough, MA- commerical E-One tanker on order - delivery 2013
Norwood, MA- E-One ladder on order - delivery 2013
Otis, MA- F-Series/KME Commercial Rescue On Order - delivery in 2013
Plympton, MA- Commercial ERV tanker - delivery 2013
Portsmouth, RI- International TerraStar/Horton ambulance - awaiting delivery
Scituate, MA- International/Wheeled Coach ambulance - due in January
Stockbridge, MA- KME Panther Custom Rescue On Order - Delivery Late Winter
Tiverton, RI- Ferrara Custom pumper - due in February
Watertown, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in February
West Bridgewater, MA- E-One custom pumper on order - delivery in 2013
Westminster, MA- KME custom pumper on order - due early spring
Whitman, MA- Lifeline ambulance - awaiting delivery
Wilmington, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in late winter
Worcester, MA- E-One custom pumper - due in January

And some recent grants:
Taunton, MA– Federal share of $ 124,000 for 62 sets of firefighter protective gear
Naples, ME– Federal share of $ 75,998 for a fire station sprinkler system
Norwalk, CT– Federal share of $ 20,740 for specialized training
Waterbury, CT– Federal share of $ 465,572 for 239 sets of protective gear
Beverly, MA– Federal share of $ 42,224 for a compressed air refill station
Clarksburg, MA– Federal share of $ 45,363 for a compressed air refill station
Highland Ambulance Squad - Goshen, MA– Federal share of $ 73,483 for 2 cardiac monitors
Cranston, RI– Federal share of $ 521,944 for Computer Aided Dispatch equipment and firefighter breathing apparatus
Warwick, RI– Federal share of $ 741,741 for cardiac monitors and specialized rescue training
Stamford, VT– Federal share of $ 6,603 for First Responder medical training
RECENT SAFER AWARDS IN NEW ENGLAND ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Waterbury CT– Federal share of $ 2,938,878 to hire 18 firefighter positions lost through attrition
Pepperell, MA– Federal share of $ 138,012 to hire 1 new firefighter position
Cranston, RI– Federal share of $ 3,475,600 to hire 20 firefighter positions lost through attrition

Barnstable, MA- Ladder 206 has retured from a factory refurb and will return to service after being lettered.

Hancock, MA- had acquired Dalton Engine 3's 1974 International 750/500 and are running it from the sub-station on Route 20.

Lempster, NH- the new fire station under construction on Route 10 was knocked over by high winds on Friday. No one was injured in the incident and the project is insured so while the incident will be a set back in time, it won't cost the town any additional funds.

North Smithfield, RI- Deputy Fire Chief E. Craig Beausoleil has retired after 45 years on the job.

Waltham, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper for Engine 1.

Bar Harbor, ME- has named Matt Bartlett as the new Fire Chief.

Canton, ME- will be requesting funds to purchase a new C&S pumper at the January 28 town meeting.

Cranston, RI- has received a $3.45 million Federal SAFER grant that will allow them to hire 20 firefighters.

Dalton, MA- has purchased a 1991 Simon-Duplex LTI 110’ RMA from Schuyler Heights, NY. It is expected to be placed into service in a few weeks.

East Lyme, CT- East Lyme Ambulance has placed an order with Lifeline for an ambulance on a GMC chassis. It will be assigned to B-100 and is expected to be delivered in early 2013.

Gloucester, MA- has put out for bid a triple combination pumper.

Gorham, ME- has awarded a contract to Ferrara for two 1500 GPM custom pumpers on Intruder II chassis. Trucks will be delivered in early fall of 2013.

Grafton, MA- has put out for bid a heavy duty stainless steel rescue truck.

Griswold, CT- Jewett City Fire Department's 2012 Spartan Smeal 2000/1500 is expected to be at the dealer soon with delivery sometime in January. It will be designated ET-256.

Hampton, NH- has broken ground on the new Beach Station and begun renovations at the Winnacunnet Road Station.

Ipswich, MA- The Ipswich Fire Department was awarded a $10,490 AFG regional grant on 12/7/12 to purchase CO pulse oximeters for the Ipswich and Rowley Fire Departments.

Lynn, MA- Fire Chief Dennis Carmody will retired after 29 years of service next month.

Madison, CT- recently placed an order for a new ambulance.

Naples, ME- has received a $76,000 federal grant for training and equipment.

North Scituate, RI- recently received their newly painted 1932 Maxim which originally ran as Engine 2. The antique was recently located and returned to the department where it will be used for parades and other public relations activities. The Maxim was repainted with the co-operation of the RI Corrections Department, Prison Industries.

Wallingford, CT- Sutphen has been awarded the bid to build a new engine that will replace Engine 1.

Wareham, MA- has ordered a Pierce Velocity PUC to replace Engine 1.

Willington, CT- has sold Tower 113's 1980 Mack/Baker Aerialscope to the Canterbury, CT Fire Department. Willington does not have any plans of replacing the tower.

Wilton, CT- Captain Karl Dolnier has retired after 41 years of service.

Beverly, MA- has put out for bid a new heavy duty dive truck.

Chepatchet, RI- is expected to receive their new 2012 Pierce pumper with 1250 GPM pump by the end of the month.

Chicopee, MA- has declined the fire department's request for funds to purchase a new pumper and a new ambulance. Uncertainty with the Governor's proposed cuts to local aid was one of the main reasons for not approving the purchases.

Danvers, MA- James McPherson Jr. has been appointed as the new Deputy Fire Chief.

Electric Boat, Groton CT- has placed an order for a Ferrara Intruder II 1500/500/30F. It will feature a raised roof cab, Cummins 450 HP motor, Allison transmission, roll up doors, and through the tank ladder storage. The vehicle will also feature a generator and Command Light Tower. It will replace D-12's Hahn/Ranger.

Greenwich, CT- Headquarters fire companies have been temporarily relocated while a new fire station is being built. Engine 1 and Car 3 are at a temporary station located at 1 Horseneck Lane while Truck 1 is being housed at Station 2.

Holden, MA- has converted an Army surplus truck into a brush truck.

Keene, NH- Southwestern New Hampshire District Fire Mutual Aid has purchased the former Keene Headquarters station and will be renovating it into a dispatch center and radio repair shop.

Lynn, MA- has put out for bid a new pumper.

Methuen, MA- a car crashed into the front of Station 5 located at the intersection of East and Swan Streets. The driver was transported to the hospital and no firefighters were injured in the incident. The damage to the building is considered to be significant and no word on when repairs might begin.

Newburyport, MA- Fire Chief Stephen J. Cutter has announced he will retire on February 15th.

Portland, ME- Jerry LaMoria has been named as the new fire chief.

Richmond, MA- has put out for bid a used 1250 GPM pumper with 1000 gallon water tank.

Smithfield, RI- has placed an order with New England Fire Equipment & Apparatus Corporation of North Haven, CT for a new ambulance built on a Ford chassis. The ambulance is expected to be delivered in the Spring of 2013.

Wilton, CT- Captain Karl Dolnier retired from the department after 40 years of service.

Minuteman Trucks, the local Pierce dealer in Walpole Mass, has now added Road Rescue to their dealership.

Bangor, ME- Scott Lucas from Westland, MI has been named as the new fire chief.

Boston- has put out for bid a new Mobile Decontamination Unit.

Bucksport, ME- awarded a bid for a new pumper/tanker to Yankee Fire and Rescue Inc. of Palmer, MA.

Cambridge, MA- As of December 2nd, Engine 5 has been relocated to Engine 3's quarters and Division 1 has been relocated to Headquarters. The move was required while the firehouse undergoes renovations, which is expected to take a few months.

Franklin, MA- the new International/Horton ambulance for Rescue 1 is at the local dealer and is currently being outfitted. It is expected to arrive in Franklin in the next week or so.

Minuteman Trucks, the local Pierce dealer in Walpole Mass, has now added Road Rescue to their dealership.

Bangor, ME- Scott Lucas from Westland, MI has been named as the new fire chief.

Boston- has put out for bid a new Mobile Decontamination Unit.

Bucksport, ME- awarded a bid for a new pumper/tanker to Yankee Fire and Rescue Inc. of Palmer, MA.

Cambridge, MA- As of December 2nd, Engine 5 has been relocated to Engine 3's quarters and Division 1 has been relocated to Headquarters. The move was required while the firehouse undergoes renovations, which is expected to take a few months.

Franklin, MA- the new International/Horton ambulance for Rescue 1 is at the local dealer and is currently being outfitted. It is expected to arrive in Franklin in the next week or so.

Andover, MA- has hired a private firm to determain a location for a new Ballardvale fire station. The are currently looking for suitable spots on South Main Street. The current station is very small and not suitable for today's larger and heavier apparatus.

Boxford MA- has put out to bid a custom built pumper/tanker.

Dartmouth, MA- Fire District 3 voters approved a $2.46 million bond for an addition and renovations to the Cross Road fire station.

Essex, MA- update on the "new" ladder, delivery is now expected in mid-January.

Gloucester MA- has put out for bid a 1999 or newer ladder truck that will be utilized as a spare.

Massport-Logan Airport, MA Engine 21- 2012 Oshkosh Striker 4500 1950/4500w/630AFFF/450lbs Dry Chem/460 halotron.

Methuen, MA- several HQ companies have been relocated while the station received extensive repairs to the apparatus floor. Engine 1 has been relocated to Station 3 and Rescue 1 to Station 5 while repairs are underway. The ambulances and Deputy Chief still respond from the HQ. Repairs are expected to be completed by December 7th.

Milton, NH- currently has on order a custom rescue pumper being built by Toyne on a Spartan chassis to replace Engine 2. Expected to be delivered in January, 2013.

Norwalk, CT- has named their new 42' Fireboat after the late Firefighter Robert Bedell. Marine Unit 238 was built but North River Boats of Roseburg and is capable of pumping 2,400 GPM.

Randolph, MA- has put out for bid a new ambulance.

Rochester, NH- has on order a custom rescue pumper from Toyne to be built on a Spartan chassis to replace Engine 5. Expected to be delivered in July, 2013.

Salem, MA- Pierce has won the bid to build a new mid-mount tower.

Sandwich, MA- has put out for bid a Class 1/Type 2 2013 ambulance.

Smithfield, RI- Captain Leonard Anthony has retired after 25 years of service.

Ware, MA- has opened and dedicated their new fire headquarters located at 200 West Street.

Mattawamkeag, ME- has purchased and placed into service a used 2006 International ambulance that will replace their aging 1996 Ford/McCoy Miller.

Westminster, MA- the department's KME tower was damaged at a fire in Leominster when an exterior wall collapsed onto the bucket and apparatus. Two Firefighters were injured, but thankfully only received minor non-life threatening injuries. Estimates at this time are around $50,000 to repair, although the final price tag could be more. The tower will remain out of service until it has been fully inspected and repaired. Also from Westminster, the department has put out for bid a new rescue/pumper.

There has been some question as to proper location for U.S. flags on fire apparatus and other vehicles. This was sent in so hope it helps anyone that had questions:
AUTOMOBILE and MOTORCYCLE FLAG DISPLAY GUIDELINES for NON-MILITARY VEHICLES
THE MILITARY SALUTE PROJECT MSP-03
Automobile and Motorcycle Flag Display Guidelines for Non-Military Vehicles Military Salute Project MSP-03
No other flag should be flown higher than the Flag of the United States of America. No other flag should be noticeably larger than the Flag of the United States of America. The U.S. Flag is mounted on its own right as the vehicle is moving forward, EXCEPT when it is mounted as follows ...
A single U.S. Flag mounted on the roof of an automobile or a truck, or on the rear fender or “bumper” of a motorcycle, CAN be mounted in the center of the vehicle OR it can be mounted on the right side (passenger side) of the vehicle.
U.S. Flag positioned on its own right as the vehicle moves forward;size of the U.S. Flag is equal to, or greater than, the other flag
ONLINE REFERENCE SOURCE.

Dartmouth, MA District 3- voters have approved an expansion of the Cross Road Fire Station. The expansion will create eight sleeping areas for firefighters, a decontamination area, plus a kitchen and day room. It will also add 134 square feet to the vehicle bay.

Manchester, NH- construction is underway for a new Station 4 off of Hackett Hill Rd. It is slated for completion in the spring of 2013.

Northfield, VT- has received a new fire truck in part due to a $200,000 donation from Norwich University. No further info on the truck itself.

Norwood, MA- has placed an order with E-One for a Cyclone II 110' rear mount ladder w/ a prepiped waterway. Expected delivery is summer of 2013.

Rehab Five, Mass- Some news from the great folks at Rehab Five: They recieved their New Unit 5-0. A 2013 Suberu Forester Emergency Vehicle Edition.
Gloucester Fire has donated former Rescue 3 to Rehab Five. Cataldo Ambulance's Fleet Maintaniance will be doing some work on this vehicle before it is painted. It will become the "Caloric Uptake Unit" as it will act as a field kitchen for prolonged multi-day events. It will be designated Unit 5-5.
Gloucester Fire Fighters Local 762 has purchased for Rehab Five a utility body to replace the body on the Signiture Vehicle, Rehab Squad 51. The Remount will be done by the firefighters over this winter.

South Berwick, ME- Tank 1's 1995 Freightliner/1998 Fouts Bros. 500/3000 tanker was totaled in an accident when the driver lost control of the truck and struck a tree. The driver thankfully only sustained minor injuries.

Taunton, MA- has received a federal grand that will allow them to hire 8 Firefighters.

Press Release from Spartan: CLICK HERE TO READ THE RELEASE.

Acton, ME- has awarded the bid for a new pumper to C&S Specialty. It will be built on a Spartan Metro Star chassis with a 1500 GPM pump, 1000 gallon water tank, and 30 gallon foam tank.

Arlington, MA- has placed an order with E-One for a rescue/pumper. Delivery is due in early spring and it will be assigned to Engine 2.

East Providence, RI- Station 4's fire companies have temporarily been relocatd to 175 Amaral Street while the station is undergoing a complete renovation. Additionally, the administrative offices will be temporarily located at the East Providence Senior Center, 610 Waterman Ave., while that station is being renovated. Fire companies at Station 1 will remain on location during the renovation. Construction is expected to be completed by August of 2013.

Groton, MA- the plans for a new central fire station on land off Farmers Row have been approved.

Hampton, NH- construction of a new beach fire station is expected to begin by the end of the month. Construction is expected to last 10 months and the current beach station will be demolished once the new station is fully operational.

Hull, MA- Green Hill Station fire companies have been moved to the Headquarters Station due to possible black mold in the firehouse. Testing is being performed and action will be determained after the results are returned.

Meriden, CT- has signed an agreement with Seagrave for the purchase of a tractor drawn aerial which is expected be completed by late summer/early fall of 2013. The FD also aquired an old Ranger pumper that once served Middletown and CVH. It will be retained as a spare.

Quonset, RI ANG- has placed into service a 1987 International/KME 500/2000 as Tanker 14.

Shelton, CT- voters approved the purchase of four pieces of fire apparatus. A rescue/pumper for Echo Hose, a heavy rescue for Huntington, a quint for Pine Rock, and a quint for White Hills.

Turner, ME- has placed into service a 2000 Freightliner/Central States 1250/1200 pumper for Engine 1. It was purcahsed from Center Ossipee, NH.

West Brookfield, MA- has acquired a 1986 International/KME 2000 gallon tanker that had previously served at the Westover ANG Base.

Westover, MA ANG- has placed into service a 1987 Oshkosh P-19 1000/1000/130F/500DC as Crash 1.

Thoughts go out to Marshfield, MA LT Joseph Kilinowski who was injured at a fire in Scituate this morning. For more info, visit CLICK FOR OFFSITE ARTICLE.

From Arundel, ME FD:
Arundel Fire-Rescue is serving as the drop point for supplies for the next ten days to assist New Jersey Fire Departments and their areas that were devastated by Hurricane Sandy. The supplies will be taken to Freehold New Jersey Fire Department and then distributed out from there as they are the collection point in that area.
Weirs GMC Motors of Arundel, Maine has donated a cube box truck for us to collect the supplies in. Some of the supplies that they need are: socks, toiletries, t-shirts, non-perishable food, baby wipes, etc…as was stated, you name it and they need it.
We are collecting until Sunday, November 18th because they needed these supplies yesterday.
Please forward this on to all of your contacts so we can make this a successful drive for supplies.
Thank you for your assistance and donations.
Sincerely,
Deputy Chief Justin Cooper

Bloomfield Center, CT- is set to take delivery of a new Pierce pumper.

Dudley, MA- voters approved funds to purchase a new ladder truck. The truck will be a Sutphen SL100 straight stick ladder purchased off the FCAM bid. Delivery expected in roughly 12 months.

Newington, CT- is set to take delivery of a new Pierce Saber 1250/500 pumper for Engine 4.

Rutland Town, VT- has approved funds to build a new fire station.

Scarborough, ME- voters approved $900,000 for a new fire truck.

Shelton, CT- taxpayers recently approved funds for the replacement of four (4) town fire apparatus.

Stamford, CT- voters in Stamford approved a Charter change on Tuesday to have one Fire Chief and one Fire Marshal for the entire city and create one unified fire department. This merger will combine the city department and the 5 volunteer fire departments. The new Department will be known as "The Stamford Fire Department". In addition: Stamford is out to bid for a one new pumper.

Bakersfield, VT- is awaiting delivery of an E-One pumper on a commercial chassis.

Canton, ME- two of department's three pumpers are out of service with no funds to repair them. The department is looking into borrowing spare apparatus or gaining funds to either repair the disabled apparatus or replace them.

Montgomery, VT- is awaiting delivery of an E-One pumper on a commercial chassis.

Somerset, MA- has purchased Walpole's former 2004 Ford E-450/Horton ambulance to replace their 1994 ambulance.

Couresty of Mike Boynton of MassFiretrucks:
Not sure how many have heard about current events in Coventry, RI, but a HUGE tip of the cap and THANK YOU to the Central Coventry Firefighters who are still on the job serving that Fire District despite NOT BEING PAID FOR TWO WEEKS. That is correct. Because the voters in that District refused to approve the District budget, there is insufficient funding to pay the firefighters.....yet they are still working. And, after two weeks, the impacts on these professionals and their families are being felt and they are real. One might suggest that the term dedication is being redefined before our eyes. Please go to their Facebook page and click a well deserved "LIKE"!

Andover, NH- on January 1, 2013 the Andover and East Andover Fire Departments will merge into one fire department. The two departments have been training together for a lenghty period in preparation of this merger.

Ashby, MA- has on order a Kenworth/Spartan ERV 750/2500 Tanker.

Auburn, NH- has on order a 2012 E-One 1750 GPM 75' quint. It is expected to arrive in December and will replace Engine 1's American LaFrance, which is already out of service.

Foster Center, RI- has on order a Kenworth/Spartan ERV 1250/2500 Engine-Tanker.

Newtown, CT- is in the process of searching for available land to purchase in order to build a new fire station for the Newtown Hook and Ladder Co.

Plympton, MA- has on order a Spartan ERV 1500/3000 Tanker.

Portsmouth, RI- has appointed Michael Cranson as the new fire chief.

Worcester, MA- Worcester FF's Steve Favulli and Angelo Bongovio are bringing back the Box 4 Canteen truck. Box 4 is happy to finally announce that Dunkin Donuts has agreed to donate $250,000 to buy the new Box 4 Special Services Canteen truck. This truck will serve a tremendous need to the men and woman who respond to emergencies in the Central Massachusetts area. The members of Box 4 also wanted to thank Dunkin Donuts and their franchisees for this gernerous donation and look forward to our partnership with them. Here is an artists drawing of the new truck:

Bangor, ME- has appointed Scott F. Lucas as the new fire chief.

Dudley, MA- an article to appropriate funds for a new ladder truck will go before voters at Town Meeting on November 6th.

Duxbury, MA- will hold a dedication for their new fire headquarters on Sunday October 21st at 10 AM followed by an open house that will go until 2 PM.

Essex, MA- the bid for a used ladder has been awarded to New England Fire Equipment and Apparatus of North Haven CT for a 1997 Seagrave 1750/300/100'. The truck had previously served Berwyn, IL. Delivery will take place after some custom work is completed.

Marshfield, MA- voters approved funds to build a new Brant Rock fire station. Construction is expected to begin in the spring with completion projected to be around May of 2014.

New Canaan, CT- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper.

New Hampton NH- has opened their new public safety complex located behind the old station.

Paxton, MA- has received an offer for a donation of $25,000 to purchase a used quint. This truck will be a back up to the quint the department currently runs and will be utilized when the current rig goes out to be refurbished.

Rehab Five, MA- is awaiting a new 2012 Subaru Forester to be delevered next month with upfitting to be done by All Comm Technologies.

Rutland, MA- has named Bradley Weber of Lexington, MO the new fire chief.

West Stockbridge, MA- has put out for bid a 1750 GPM pumper.

Westborough, MA- has approved funds to build a new fire station next to the current one.

Boston- has donated two surplus pumpers to the Pompiers Du Cap-Haitien (Cap-Haitien Fire Department) in Cap-Haitien, Haiti. The pumpers are former Engine 39 (1992 E-One Protector) and Engine 55 (1992 E-One Protector).

Gardiner, ME- Captain David Smith retired on October 5, 2012 after 26 years of service to the city. Best wishes to David in his retirement.

Hanover, MA- has put out for bid a Ford F-550 4x4 firefighting/EMS rapid response vehicle.

Lee, MA- voters approved funds to purchase a new pumper.

Norway, ME- has donated Engine 3's Maxim to the Region 9 School of Applied Technology in Mexico, ME. The unit will be used for training and will be returned to the department if/when they no longer are going to use it or if Norway FD should need it.

Rangeley, ME- approved funds to purchase a used pumper from a department in Virginia to replace Engine 3 which is in need of expensive repairs. No further info on the engine that was purchased.

Salisbury, MA- pending approval, Cataldo Ambulance is expected to begin providing ambulance service to the community effective November 15th. This is to finish out AMR's contract with the ambulance contract going back up for bid in January 2013.

Somerville, MA- has put out for bid a 95' tower.

Wellesley, MA- has purchased Needham's former Engine 2, a 1989 E-One, as a temporary replacement for Engine 2's 1998 Pierce Saber that has been removed from service permanently due to severe mechanical and electronic issues.

West Newbury, MA- pending approval, Cataldo Ambulance is expected to begin providing ambulance service to the community effective November 15th. This is to finish out AMR's contract with the ambulance contract going back up for bid in January 2013.

Westfield, MA- has put out for bid a 95' Platform.

Holden, MA- Assistant Fire Chief Alexander Belisle Jr retired after 46 years of service.

Lakeville, MA- has purchased and placed into service a 2003 Pierce Saber 1250/750. It has been assigned to Engine 2.

Medford, MA- has received a federal SAFER grant that will allow them to hire 8 firefighters.

Newburyport, MA- Cataldo Ambulance Svc will take over the ambulance contract starting 11/15/12.

Shelton, CT- Echo Hose Ladder 1 has offically been decomissioned and placed out of service after almost 36 years of service. It its unknown if they ladder will be replaced.

Stoneham, MA- funds have been approved to purchase a new ladder.

Taunton, MA- received a federal SAFER grand that will allow them to hire 8 firefighters.

Some apparatus currently in the build process (courtesy of Mike of MassFireTrucks.com):
Ashfield, MA - V-Tech Mini-Rescue
Carver, MA - V-Tech Brush Breaker (Due within a Month)
Plainfield, MA - V-Tech Vacuum Tanker
Tolland, MA - V-Tech Vacuum Tanker
West Tisbury, MA - V-Tech Brush Breaker

Also courtesy of Mike: The following rigs have been ordered (but not yet delivered) through the FCAM Cooperative Purchasing Program:
Boston - 3 KME Ladders
Braintree - E-One Platform
Dennis - E-One Pumper (At Greenwood)
Hanson - E-One Pumper
Hudson - E-One Pumper
Lawrence - E-One Ladder
Mashpee - E-One Pumper
Medway - E-One Quint
Methuen - E-One Pumper
Middleborough - E-One Pumper
Milton - E-One Pumper
Nahant - Sutphen Quint
Newton - E-One Pumper (At Greenwood)
Raynham - E-One Pumper
Watertown - E-One Pumper
Wellesley - E-One Platform
Wilmington - E-One Pumper
Worcester - E-One Pumper
These companies are involved in the Cooperative Purchasing Program. They are Contracted Vendors:
E-One/Greenwood - Pumpers & Aerials (Ladders, Platforms & Quints)
KME/Bulldog - Pumpers & Aerials (Ladders, Platforms & Quints)
Ferrara - Aerials (Ladders, Platforms & Quints)
Seagrave - Pumpers only
Smeal/NEFEA - Aerials (Ladders, Platforms & Quints)
Sutphen - Pumpers & Aerials (Platforms & Quints)
The Cooperative Purchasing program through FCAM allows communities to purchase trucks from a pre-bid list without needing to go out to bid on their own. They are now reviewing the Ambulance Bid Package......those will be added to the program soon.

Augusta, ME- the department's first fire truck is being donated back to them. CLICK HERE for the offsite article.

Bolton, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper to replace Engine 5.

Chesterfield, MA- Engine 2's 2007 Freightliner/Smeal is out of service after catching fire. The truck is totalled and the department is the process of discussing options of replacement.

Dennis, MA- has put out for bid a Type 1 Ford F-450 ambulance.

Essex MA- has put out for bid a used ladder truck under $190,000.

Westborough, MA- after 60 years with Ford chassis ambulances, the department is placing an order for a GMC/Horton ambulance for Medic 3.

Westerly, RI- John Mackay was elected as the new Fire Chief.

Westford MA- has put out for bid a Type 1 ambulance.

Worcester, MA- has requested $418,000 for an E-One Cyclone II pumper to replace E6's 1989 Maxim F.

Some apparatus and ambulances that are set to be delivered soon:
Attleboro, MA Engine 2- 2012 E-One pumper
Bekcet, MA Engine 2- 2012 Kenworth/Pierce pumper
Bridgeport, CT Ladder 5- 2012 Pierce MMA
Dennis, MA Engine 115- 2012 E-One Cyclone II pumper
Fairhaven, MA- 2012 International TerraStar/Horton ambulance
Leominster, MA Engine 3- 2012 Pierce pumper
Medway, MA Ambulance 1- 2012 Ford/Horton ambulance
Newton, MA Engine 10- 2012 E-One pumper
Northborough, MA- 2012 International TerraStar/Horton ambulance
Southington, CT- 2012 Sutphen pumper
Walpole, MA- 2012 F-450/Horton 4x4 ambulance
Warwick, RI Ladder 2- 2012 E-One 137' RMA
Willmington, MA- 2012 Ford F-550/E-One Quick Attack

Burlington, MA- has put out for bid for a 1500 GPM custom triple combination pumper.

Meriden, CT- Seagrave was the sole bidder for a new tiller.

Montgomery, VT- is expecting delivery of an E-One pumper in the next month or so.

New Haven, CT- has put out for bid a new tower for Tower 1. The current Tower 1 will be sold and Tower 1A will be retained as the spare.

Newton, MA- has awarded a 3 year contract for ambulance service to Cataldo Ambulance Service.

Putnam, CT- voters approved funds to build a new East Putnam fire station.

Boston- currently has a plan in the works to purchase two idential rescue trucks for Rescue 1 and 2, sell Rescue 1's current 2007 Pierce Quantum to another Mass department, make Rescue 2's current 2009 KME rescue a reserve and then dispose of the current spare rescue. It is important to stress nothing has been ordered and that this is in the planning stages.
Also from Boston- some apparatus movement updates. Engine 33's former 2001 E-One Cyclone II 1000/750 has been refurbished & reassigned to Engine 49. It is expected to go into service in the next few days & will replace their current piece, a 1992 E-One Protector 1250/500. Engine 7's former 1999 E-One Cyclone II 1250/750/40F (refurb 2011, former E41) has been reassigned to Engine 30 & is currently in service with them. Their former piece, a 1996 E-One Cyclone II 1250/750, will be reassigned to the Spare Pool. Engine 52's former 2001 E-One Cyclone II 1000/750 will be going out to be refurbished soon & is expected to be reassigned to Engine 48 upon its return, replacing their 1994 E-One Protector 1250/750.

Middleborough, MA- is in the ordering process with E-One to purchase a custom Typhoon pumper with 1500 GPM pump, 1000 gallon tank, and 30 gallon foam tank similiar to the pumper they received for Engine 1. One modification may included a flat roof to fit into the South Station.

Westminster, MA- is currently drawing up specifications for a new rescue/pumper. It is anticipated that the new truck will be ordered this year and then delivered by late next year. Upon being placed into service, Engine 4's KME and Rescue 1's Freightliner/American LaFrance will be disposed of.

Boston- has placed an order with KME for three rear-mount ladder trucks. Unconfirmed at this time as to which companies they will be assigned to. Delivery is expected in late spring 2013.

Cambridge, MA- has put out for bid a new custom pumper and custom ladder truck.

Clinton, ME- has awarded a contract for a 4 door commercial pumper to Ferrara. Delivery to be within 90 days.

Otis, MA- has put out for bid a new rescue truck.

Yarmouth, ME- Deputy Chief Michael Robitaille has been appointed as the new Fire Rescue Chief.

Beverly, MA- has funds to have a new dive team truck custom built.

Durham, CT- has appropriated $530,000 to purchase a pumper that will replace Durham 3. The winning bid was awarded to Rosenbauer.

Madawaska, ME- has appointed James Soucy as the new fire chief.

Northborough, MA- has awarded the bid for new ambulance to Horton on TerraStar chassis.

Orono, ME- has appointed Robert St. Louis as the new fire chief.

Suffield, CT- has appointed Charles Flynn as the new fire chief.

Thomaston, ME- has entered into an agreement with KME to build a new custom engine that will replace Engine 5. Delivery sometime in early 2013.

Wallingford, CT- has put out for bid a new custom pumper for Engine 1.

Warwick, RI- received a $3.1 million federal grant to hire and train up to 17 new firefighters.

Dedham, ME- has placed an order with Spartan for a Ford F-550/Spartin ERV IPS mini pumper with 1250 GPM pump, 300 gallon water tank, and 20 gallon foam tank. Delivery is expected sometime this winter.

Gardiner, ME- took delivery of a 2012 Kawasaki Teryex side X side UTV. This vehicle was purchased and Donated by Gardiner Professional Firefighters Local 2303 after a short fundraising effort.

Lynn, MA- has received a federal grant that will allow them to hire 10 firefighters.

Sharon, MA- has reacquired its 1923 Steward city service ladder truck. This truck served Sharon from 1925 to 1957 then it was sold to Dunstable, MA where it served from 1957 to 1966. After sitting in a barn in Dunstable for 30 years it was sold to a private collector in Ottawa, ON. The collector restored the Steward to original condition. In 2011, the truck and trailer was sold to a private party in Sharon who has sold both units to the town.

Somerville, MA- has funds to purchase a new tower ladder to replace Tower 1. Specifications are currently being drawn up.

Concord, NH- approved the purchase of an 100' RM platform from Pierce. It will be on a Arrow XT chassis, No pump or Tank. Expected delivery is in the spring of 2013.

Essex Junction, VT- has placed an order with Pierce for an Arrow XT 105' quint.

Huntington, MA- has put out for bid a new pumper/tanker.

Lee, MA- has put out for bid a new custom pumper.

Manville, RI- has approved $674,048 to purchase a new quint type ladder truck. It will be built by American LaFrance and delivery is expected in summer of 2013.

Waltham, MA- has purchased Salem MA Ladder 2's former Pierce and will assign it was Spare Ladder 3. Althought uncertain at this point, they may be using just the tractor from Salem and then using the trailer from Waltham's former TDA.

Dalton, MA- has put out for bid a new pumper with CAFS.

Hatfield, MA- has put out for bid a 1997 or newer 2000 gallon tanker.

Maynard, MA- has put out for bid a new Type 1 Ambulance.

Meriden, CT- has put out an invitation to bid on a new tiller truck. It will be the first new tiller in the city since 1972.

Middlebury, VT Ambulance- has purchased a 2002 International ambulance that will be assigned as Ambulance 1.

New London, CT- the city council has approved a deal that will keep all of the firefighters on the job and avoid layoffs.

Salem, MA- has put out for bid a new Mid Mount Tower Ladder.

Warwick, RI- is purchasing an E-One stock/demo 137’ ladder truck which will be placed into service as Ladder 2. The current Ladder 2 will become a spare. The truck was purchased using a federal Assistance to Firefighters grant.

Westford, MA- will be placing an order for an International Terrastar/Braun ambulance within the next few weeks. Delivery is expected in 3-4 months from the time the order is placed.

Wilmington, MA- has on order an E-One pumper that will replace Engine 4's 1994 E-One.

Press release from Spartan regarding new features. CLICK HERE FOR WORD DOCUMENT.

Boidoinham, ME- Congrats to Jeremy Moeller who has been promoted to captain.

Chicopee, MA- has put out for bid a Type 1 medium duty ambulance.

Halifax, MA- has put out for bid a Class 1, Type 1 ambulance.

Holliston, MA- has sold their former Maxim ladder truck to Castleton, Vermont.

Litchfield, ME- has placed an order with E-One through Greenwood Emergency Vehicles for a 2,000 gallon tanker and a utility vehicle. They also have funds to refurbish Truck 57.

Mystic, CT- has received a new 32' fireboat.

Plainfield MA- has put out for bid a 3000 gallon tanker.

Plympton, MA- has put out for bid a 1500 GPM, 3000 gallon pumper/tanker.

Smithfield, RI- former Coventry, RI Chief Bob Seltzer has started his new position as Fire Chief with the Smithfield Fire Department on July 16th.

Swanton, VT- has signed a contract with HME thru Lakes Region Fire Apparatus for a custom pumper with delivery expected sometime after the first of the year.

Webster, MA EMS- Paramedic 3 was totaled in an accident on July 3. A replacement is not yet on order, but likely will be in the near future.

Wellesley, MA- has awarded the bid for a 95' tower to E-One through Greenwood Emergency Vehicles. It will have a Cyclone II cab and chassis with a Cummins 500-hp engine. Delivery in January 2013.

Adams, MA- has put out for bid a 2012 or newer air-support vehicle.

Ashby, MA- has put out for bid a 750 GPM/2500 gallon tanker.

Bridgeport, CT- has converted Engine 3's former 1986 Hahn 2000/500 into a foam unit.

Dover, MA- has a KME 100' RMA ladder truck on order with a delivery time frame of June 2013.

East Longmeadow, MA- has named Paul Morrissette the new fire chief who will succeed Chief Richard Brady. Chief Brady will retire on Friday the 27th.

Fall River, MA- Acting Chief William Silvia has been sworn in as the new permanent fire chief.

Franklin, MA- has awarded Pierce thru Minuteman Fire Apparatus the contract for a new pumper for Engine 2. They have also awarded the contract to Horton through Greenwood Emergency Vehicles a new ambulance for Rescue 1. Delivery for the Engine should be early next year and the fall of this year for Rescue 1.

Leominster, MA- has put out for bid a 1500 GPM pumper.

Marblehead, MA- has on order a Pierce Arrow XT 105' quint with delivery in early 2013.

North Conway, NH- has awarded E-ONE Desorcie Emergency Products the contract to build there new 4X4 custom CAFS engine. Delivery first quarter 2013.

Saugus, MA- Fire Chief James Blanchard has retired from the department.

Seabrook, NH- Everett Strangman has been named as the new fire chief.

Thompson, CT- the Community VFD has acquired a 1991 Sutphen 90' tower from Mt, Kisco NY. It is designated Tower 181.

Walpole, MA- has put out for bid a Class 2 Type 1 ambulance.

Duxbury, MA- has put out a bid to rehab their 1995 E-One pumper.

Glover, VT- Ambulance 2's 2005 Road Rescue ambulance box has been remounted to a 2012 Chevrolet Chassis.

Lowell, MA- In the early morning hours of July 12, Engine 11's 2010 Pierce Arrow XT caught fire after returning from a call. The engine crew and the crew of Ladder 1 used extinguishers to put out the fire and were able to pull the engine out of the apparatus bay with a rope attached to the ladder. This action prevented extension to the station which came out of the incident with only smoke damage. The engine sustained heavy damage to the engine and wiring. An investigation as to the cause of the fire is underway.

New London, NH- has awarded a contract for a lo-profile 77' Quint with a compressed air foam system to Ferrara Fire Apparatus. Delivery will be in the spring of 2013.

South Windsor, CT- Kevin Cooney has been appointed as the new fire chief.

Stamford, CT- has been awarded a $988,848 federal grant to allow them to hire 8 additional full time firefighters.

Providence, RI- has received a $4,000 federal grant for fire prevention.

Some info out of Mass- Baltimore, MD has disbanded Truck 15 and Squad 11. Truck 15 was the busiest Truck doing 4,097 for the year Squad 11 did 1,490 runs. Engine 33 will relocate to the former Truck 15’s quarters and Truck 20 will continue to run out of the same station without Squad 11.

Amesbury, MA- The Fire Department has been awarded a $583,772 federal grant that will allow it to restore four positions that were lost due to budget cuts.

Beverly, MA- has been awarded a $14,088 federal fire prevention grant for use towards general education and awareness.

Boston- J20's Dive Unit has been delivered to the department after being refurbished by M&R. Rescue 2's former 1987 E-One box has been refurbished and remounted to a 2011 International chassis.

Ellsworth, ME- has received a $234,476 federal grant that will allow them to hire 2 new firefighters.

Lexington, MA- has been awarded a $1,025,808 SAFER grant that will allow them to hire 6 new firefighters.

Medford, MA- has been awarded a $1,468,080 SAFER grant that will allow them to rehire 8 firefighters that were lost through attrition.

Monson, MA- Chief George L. Robichaud has retired after 44 years of service.

North Yarmouth, ME- has been awarded a $196,753 federal grant that will be used for a Recruitment & Retention program.

Plainfield, MA- has been awarded a $260,490 federal grant to put towards a new tanker.

Richmond, ME- some recent promotions to report:
Chief Andrew Pierce retires after 35 years on the dept and 7 as chief.
Matt Roberge promoted to chief
Ian Alexander promoted to deputy chief
Mike Averell promoted to asst chief
Kyle Dorey promoted to captain
Daniel Skelton promoted to captain

Rye, NH- has been awarded a $343,760 federal grant that will be used for a Recruitment & Retention program.

Stamford, CT has been awarded a $988,848 federal SAFER grant that will be used to hire new 8 firefighters.

Tiverton, RI- funds have been approved to purchase a new pumper and a new ambulance. The pumper will be a Ferrara custom pumper similar to Engine 3's current rig with a delivery time of nine months from the date of contract signing. The new ambulance will be an International/Horton stock unit that will be delivered within 21 days of contract signing.

Watertown, MA- Engine 3's 1994 E-One has been placed out of service permanently due to mechanical issues. They are running with a spare until the new Engine 3 is delivered later this year.

Attleborough, MA- has acquired Barnstable Engine 202's former 1989 Pierce Lance 1500/750/50F. It will be assigned as Engine 6.

Cambridge, MA- the new fireboat will be called the Patrick H. Raymond after the United States' first African-American fire chief. The boat was built by Viking Welding and Fabrication, Kensington, NH and is all welded marine grade aluminum. It is 30' long and has a beam of 10.6'. It can seat 6 inside the wheelhouse, has 2 outboard motors, and has a firefighting package of:
1500 GPM Hale FB60 fire pump powered by a fresh water cooled, 5.7L Kodiak Marine V-8 engine
1000 GPM Elkhart Vulcan RF bow monitor with SM1250E nozzle
500 GPM Elkhart Sidewinder #8492 aft monitor
Two 2-1/2" discharges, one 4" Storz discharge
35 gallon foam tank with a piped eductor pick-up tube

Massachusetts- The towns of Franklin, Norfolk, Plainville, and Wrentham are planning on creating a joint emergency dispatch center. If all towns approve it, the center will be located at the Wrentham Public Safety complex.

Hartford, MA- has been awarded a $3.4 million dollar SAFER grant that will allow them to hire 25 firefighters over the next 2 years.

Holyoke, MA- Deputy Chief Timothy J. Moran has retired from the department.

Milford, CT- the new fire station at 980 New Haven Ave is nearly complete. Construction is expected to conclude by the end of the month with companies moving in shortly therafter. This new station will take the place of both Station 5 and 6 which are both in a bad state of disrepair.

Millis, MA- Chief Champagne has retired, and as a gesture of appreciation for his service, the department has also retired his call sign of "501".

Ogunquit, ME- Fire Chief Ed Smith retired on June 30th.

Rye, NH- has been awarded a federal grant for $343,760 that will be used for recruitment.

Sandwich, MA- the selectment approved a plan to build a new public safety complex on Quaker Meetinghouse Road as well as an addition fire substation. The fund will still need to be approved by town meeting.

West Haven, CT- the West Shore FD has taken delivery of a new $180,000 fire/rescue boat that will go into service next week.

Wilton, NH- Engine 3 's former 1936 Ford has returned to service as a muster truck.

Site news: I am looking for photos of brush crews (candids and/or working) and candids of dispatchers for a weekly update that will show appreciation for these two groups of important public safety members. If you can provide such photos, please email me at CLICK HERE. I have also begun an overhaul of the site. The first part consists of splitting up the listings so that each community or private agency will now have their own separate page. I've already started working in Massachusetts and will try and have this phase completed as soon as I can.

Contributor Nick Hilton has opened a page that focuses on free classified ads for fire related items, incident happenings, and upcoming events. Check it out at CLICK HERE.

Bangor, ME- Assistant Chief Scott Bostock has retired from the department.

Barre, MA- effective 6/28/12 the Barre Fire Dept will be dispatched by the central MA regional dispatch center located at Rutland FD headquarters. The are responsible for dispatching Barre, Rutland, Hubbardston, and Oakham Fire, Police and EMS. The town of Barre will no longer have a dispatch center.

Belmont, MA- effective July 1, 2012 Professional Ambulance Service will provide ALS services to the town.

Gloucester, MA- has confirmed Eric Smith, the Deputy Fire Chief from Westland, MI, as the new fire chief.

Milton, VT- has purchased Colchester Center's former Tower 41, a 2002 Sutphen.

New Bedford, MA- has acquired a 1991 KME P-24 pumper from government surplus at no charge to the city. The truck is a 4-wheel drive pumper which formerly served as Engine 406 stationed at Mass Military Reservation. The truck will be used for off-road emergencies as well as during major snow storm events. Unknown at this time what the truck will be designated. It is currently at the department shops being outfitted for department use.

Smithfield, RI- Robert W. Seltzer has been named the new fire chief.

Worcester, MA- has received a federal grant for $2.7 million dollars to pay the initial salaries of 17 of 31 new firefighters being hired to fill openings in the department.

NOTE: Per request, I am now adding "dispatched by" info to the department/agency listings. For example, Stoneham is dispatched by civilian 9-1-1 dispatchers located at the police station and Boston is dispatched by FD Fire Alarm Operators locatd at their Fire Alarm Office. If anyone would like to contribute such information for departments and agencies, feel free to drop me an email and I will add this information as time allows.

Hartford, CT- has placed two new Ford Expedition command vehicles in service as District 1 and District 2. Also, the city's new combined Fire-Police public safety complex is almost ready for occupancy. Once ready, HFD administrative offices will vacate the current Headquarters on Pearl Street for the move to the new complex on High Street. District 1 and TAC-1 will be relocated to other houses in the city, since no apparatus will be stationed at this complex.

Newington NH- Chief Dale Sylvia has serious injuries as a result of a motorcycle accident in Lee NH on Saturday. He is currently in an induced coma at Maine Medical Center in Portland ME. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

South Windsor, CT- Volunteer Fire Chief Philip Crombie retired after 40 years of service.

Springfield, MA- in the current budget for fiscal 2013 that would take affect on July 1st, the 12 vacancies will not be filled and Ladder 9 will be disbanded. There is also the possibility of layoffs, depending upon which budget gets approved.

Watertown, MA- has funds to purchase a new pumper for Engine 3. They are specing out a truck similiar to their Engine 1.

Waterville ME- has awarded Ferrara Fire Apparatus the contract to build their new pumper.

NOTICE- I'm running a little behind this week. Listing update will come next week. If you sent in photos towards the end of the week, I will use them next time around. Also, if Tom who listed the lightbars for sale in the for sale section of this site reads this, please contact me. Someone is looking to contact you but the email listed doesn't work correctly.

Barnstable, MA- is accepting bids to refurbish their 1992 Pierce ladder truck.

Billerica, MA- Deputy Chief Thomas Conway has been appointed Chief of Department replacing retired Chief Anthony Capaldo who served as chief for an impressive 26 years!

East Haven, CT- city council has approved donating a 32 year old pumper to Equador. The pumper had been taken out of service in November of 2011.

Franklin, MA- has awarded Pierce thru Minuteman Fire Apparatus the contract for a new engine. It will be a Impel Cab with a rescue body similar to Engine 1 2007 Quantum. Estimated delivery is 8 months.

Hampstead NH- has put out to bid a new 750 GPM, 3000 gallon tanker.

Lunenburg, MA- On 7/31/2012 Chief Scott Glenny will be retiring after 32 years of service. Deputry Chief Patrick Sullivan has been appointed to Fire Chief effective 8/1/2012.

Manchester, CT- has disbanded Medic 5. This does not reduce manpower as the paramedic has been moved to Engine 5 and the other FF to Truck 2.

Middleboro, MA- has authorized funds to purchase a new pumper for Engine 2 and a new command vehicle.

Minot, ME- has awarded the contract to build a new mini-pumper to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles (E-One). The truck will be on a Ford chassis with expected by year's end.

New London, CT- the mayor has finalized a deal with the Firefighters union to prevent the layoffs of 25 firefighters.

Pepperell MA- has a Chevy/Horton ambulance being delivered at end of month.

Rollinsford, NH- has disposed of Engine 2's 1977 IHC/Howe 750/1000.

Smithfield, RI- LT Bob Peters will be retiring towards the end of this month as will Chief 1 Joe Mollo.

South Kingstown, RI- The Union Fire District has appropriated funds to renovate 2 of their firehouses.

Tiverton, RI- has appropriated funds to purchase a new engine and a new ambulance.

Webster, MA- on July 1st Webster Rescue will be integrated into the Webster Fire Department so that both entities will now be one agency. All members will retain their current rank and position with no loss of manpower and the Rescue Chief will now be a Deputy Fire Chief. Over time members of both the FD and Rescue will be cross trained so that all members can operated all the equipment and vehicles.

Weymouth, MA- has disposed of Engine 5's former 1994 KME 1250/500. It was purchased by a department in NJ.

Whitman, MA- has put an ambulance out for bid.

Clinton, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new ladder truck that will replace their 1988 Maxim.

East Granby, CT- has placed into service their first ladder truck. Formally Ladder 7 of the South Windsor Fire Department, the 1986 80’ quint, will be designated Ladder 1.

Hopkinton, MA- call fire Lieutenant Bob Bartlett has retired from the department after 49 years of service working under five different Fire Chiefs.

Lakeville, MA- approved funds to purchase a used engine to replace their old Engine 2.

Millis, MA- Chief Warren Champagne will retired at the end of the month after serving for over 37 years.

Milton, MA- Firefighter Bob Tucker has retired after 40+ years on the job.

Monterey, MA- has approved funds to purchase a Ford F-550/KME light rescue.

New London, CT- despite the budged being passed by the city council, the mayor insists he will still lay off the firefighters and police officers despite the city council's vote against that action. More information can be obtained at www.newlondonfirefightersunion.org.

Otis, MA- has approved funds to purchase a light or medium duty rescue.

Pelham, NH- will have a groundbreaking ceremony for the new fire station near the Village Green municipal complex on June 21 at 10 AM.

Stockbridge, MA- has approved a proposal to create their first full time fire chief's position.

Waterville ME- has opened up bids for a new pumper.

Spartan Fire Apparatus- On April 10, 2012 Spartan Motors (Parent Company of Crimson Fire and Spartan Chassis) announced a number of positive changes that will benefit the customer. These changes are driven by their new Global Strategy for their Emergency Response (ER) business. (1) One Brand: effective immediately, Crimson Fire has a new company name and it is Spartan ERV (Emergency Response Vehicles). Spartan is the #2 strongest brand in the industry.
(2) One Leader: Dennis Schneider has been promoted to President over both Spartan ERV and Spartan Chassis. He has responsibility for all Emergency Response operations and personnel. His history of driving productive change and growth at other companies will benefit all involved with Spartan ERV,
(3) Operational Improvements: under D. Schneider's leadership, Spartan will streamline processes to move faster and improve customer satisfaction. Customer and Product Service is the starting point to make sure existing customers are provided the best support.
(4) Innovation and New Product Development: at FDIC 2012 next week 13 new products/innovations will be presented including a new aerial and concept 4x4 truck/chassis. Internal (or organic) innovation is also moving much faster and will be very apparent next week.
(5) Global Relationships: Spartan has created global relationships with other fire apparatus OEMs to source and develop the best products/technologies and new customer-driven solutions.

Fitchburg, MA- Deputy Fire Chief Paul Vaillancourt will be retiring in June after 33+ years on the job.

Foster Center, RI- has put a new tanker out for bid.

Littleton, MA- has put an ambulance out for bid.

Londonderry, NH- voters turned down a proposal to hire 4 additional firefighters to increase staffing to 10 per shift.

New London, CT- the city council approved a budget that will prevent the laying off of 25 firefighters and 10 police officers.

New Vineyard, ME- has ordered a Spartan ERV 3000 gallon tanker with a Hale 750 GPM pump. It will be on a Kenworth chassis.

Petersham, MA- Captain Peter Devoll has retired from the department.

Presque Isle, ME- a 2012 E-One P701 1500/1500/205F ARFF unit has been completed for the Northern Maine Regional Airport. Delivery is expected within the next month or so.

Rochester, VT- has approved funds to build a new fire station.

Westford, MA- has put an ambulance out for bid.

Auburn, MA- Rescue 1's new Pierce is being outfitted for delivery.

Boston- Engines 7, 52 and 53 have new KME pumpers being outfitted at the dealer and will be delivered soon.

Brewster, MA- has purchased a 2010 Ford E-450/2006 Life Line Box remount for Ambulance 242.

Gloucester, MA- the mayor has chosen Eric Smith, a deputy chief with the Westland, Michigan FD, as the new Gloucester Fire Chief.

Grafton, MA- Engine 2's new Pierce is being prepared for delivery.

Hanson, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper.

Haverhill, MA- has gone out to bid for a used 100' ladder truck.

Kingston, MA- Ladder 1's 1994 E-One has been sent to Greenwood Emergency Vehicles to be refurbished. It is expected to return to service in August or September.

Lakeville, MA- will be requesting funds at the 6/4/12 town meeting to purchase a used pumper and SCBAs.

Medway, MA- approved funds for a new command vehicle and a new ladder truck.

Nashua, NH- has ordered a Pierce Arrow XT 105' rearmount aerial for Ladder 1. It will have a notched cab to fit into the 1893 firehouse.

New London, CT- may lay off as many as 25 firefighters and 10 police officers come July 1st. The budget is being voted on by the city council on May 21st.

North Providence, RI- Ladder 1's new E-One is being prepared for delivery.

Portland, ME- recently signed a contract with Seagrave Fire Apparatus for a 100' Rear-Mount Quint as part of their ongoing fleet replacement program. The all stainless steel truck will be housed on Stevens Avenue (Ladder 3) and will join 2 pumpers already delivered as part of a multi-year contract.

Redstone FD in Conway, NH- has purchased Brookline NH's former Engine 3, a 1989 Mack.

Russell, MA- Engine 2's 1982 Mack 1250/1000 has been removed from service, stripped down, and is being sold.

Seabrook, NH- Fire Chief Jeff Brown will retire from the department on June 1st. In addition to spending more time with family, Chief Brown also plans on opening a law office.

Sharon, MA- Deputy Chief Steve Cummings has retired after 39 years of service. Steve has been a personal friend for a number of years to me and I wish him nothing but the best in his retirement.

Shrewsbury, VT- has awarded the bid for a new pumper to Toyne.

Springfield, MA- without a battery of tax increases and fee increases, on July 1st, there is the potential that Springfield Fire will have to lay off 20 firefighters and leave an additional 12 fire fighter positions that are currently vacant unfilled. This will lead to the closure of at least 1 SFD firehouse.

Wakefield, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new ladder truck.

West Brookfield, MA- Rescue Squad - is set to take delivery of a new Life Line ambulance within the next few weeks.

Worcester, MA- Engine 7's new E-One is being prepared for delivery.

Brattleboro, VT has placed an order for a Pierce Saber 1500 GPM pumper.

Dennis, MA- an override was approved that will allow the department to staff an ambulance at the Northside fire station.

Essex, MA- voters approved funds to purchase a new ladder truck.

Halifax, MA- voters approved $210,000 for a new ambulance to replace Ambulance 1's 2004 Ford/Horton.

New Bedford, MA- has obtained a surplus 41' Utility Boat from the United States Coast Guard. It is rumored that it will be named "Edward C. Spooner," after the department's first Line of Duty Death which occurred in 1890. It's radio designation will be "Marine 41." It is equipped with a 250 GPM pump and will serve primarily as a harbor patrol and rescue boat. The Marine Safety Unit of the New Bedford Fire Department is now conducting harbor patrol operations in and around the Buzzards Bay area.
Also- The department has also received an Assistance to Firefighters Grant, totaling approximately $650,000, which will be used to outfit the entire department in new Personal Protective Equipment. This will include an entire PPE ensemble consisting of helmets, bunker coats and pants, gloves, hoods, and boots. This will standardize all PPE worn by NBFD members. A portion of the grant will also be used to purchase electronic traffic control devices for all frontline fire companies.
And- A new radio frequency has been added (471.150), designated as "Channel 5." There are three different versions of this new frequency; analog, digital, and an encrypted version for secure communications.
Finally, the department is in the process of hiring 10 new firefighters, to begin training on or about June 4, 2012.

Salisbury, MA- dedicated their new kitchen in the memory of Tim Oliveira. CLICK HERE FOR FULL STORY.

Turners Falls, MA- has placed an order for a Pierce Saber PUC 1500 GPM pumper.

West Paris, ME- has accepted a used Chevy brush truck that was donatd by the Maine Fire Chiefs' Association.

Westborough, MA- voters turned down the Prop 2 1/2 override, which in turn does not provide funds to build a new fire station.

Winchendon MA- will be asking for $225,000 at the May 21st town meeting to purchase and equip a tanker truck and $38,000 to purchase and equip a 4x4 pickup truck to replace Forestry 5's 1978 pickup with a 275 GPM skid unit. They are also in the process of specing out an ambulance to replace A2.

Windsor VT- has placed an order for a Pierce Saber 1500 GPM pumper.

Winhall, VT- has placed an order for a Ford/Pierce Mini Pumper.

Boxford, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper/tanker and to refurbished Engine 2.

Branford, CT- building construction on their new firehouse is complete and the process of moving furniture and equipment has begun. It is expected to be fully operational by the end of the month.

Dover, MA- has approved funds to purchase a KME ladder truck.

Fairfield, CT- U.S. Tanker has been awarded the bid to build a pumper on a Spartan Gladiator Chassis. It will have a 1500 GPM pump, a 500 gallon water tank, and will be assigned to Engine 1 when delivered.

Foxborough, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper for Engine 21, a new Deputy's vehicle, and to refurbish Ladder 26.

Guilford, CT- has on order a Pierce Arrow XT pumper which is expected to be delivered in June. It will be assigned to Squad 1.

Ipswich, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper.

Lynn, MA- has put out for bid an ambulance.

Middleton, MA- has funds to purchase a new vehicle for Squad 5.

Putnam, CT- has purchased Goshen FD's former W-33, a 1988 GMC/Saulsbury 750/300. No info at this time as to what it will be designated or what capacity it will be used as.

Salem, MA- is currently in the process of drawing up specs for a new mid-mounted tower.

Topsfield, MA- has approved funds to purchase a new Rapid Response Unit to replace the 1980 Pierce Mini pumper and 2001 Chevy Tahoe.

Tremont, ME- voters authorized the town to borrow $500,000 to purchase two new firetrucks.

Tyringham, MA- voters sent the proposal to purchase a used fire truck back to the FD asking for them to review their needs as the new vehicle would replace 2 trucks currently in the inventory that are being described as too big for the department.

Update on FDNY - it is confirmed that KME has won the bid for the engines. The contract has not been officially signed as of yet as the company has to agree to FDNY's warranty and specification terms.

Cool article on the ATF K-9 unit dog Rosie, who is retiring. CLICK FOR PDF ARTICLE.

Brockton, MA- has placed an order with Pierce for two pumpers.

Fall River, MA- Interim Fire Chief Michael Coogan has retired from the department.

Framingham, MA- has placed an order with Pierce for a new ladder truck.

Franklin, MA- has put out for bid a new engine and ambulance.

Groton, MA- has approved a site to built a new fire station.

Lexington, MA- Captain John Wilson has been named as the new chief of department.

Melrose, MA- Captain Christopher Leary will take the helm of the Fire Department starting July 2, replacing retiring Chief John O'Brien, Mayor Rob Dolan announced on Monday 4/30/12.

For you FDNY fans- KME won the bidding for 91 new FDNY engines with Seagrave winning the bid for new squads. Stand by on this, I'm being told this might be a rumor that is being circulated with no truth to it.

Auburn, MA- has remounted Ambulance 2's 2006 Horton box to a 2012 Ford F-450 4X4 chassis.

Boston- is set to received three 2012 KME pumpers soon. Currently they are slated for Engines 7, 52, and 53. Like everything else, that is of course subject to change.

Dover, NH- Assistant Fire Chief Eric Hagman will retire from the department this week after 25 years of service.

Fairfield, CT- is specing a new Spartan engine from U.S. Tanker to replace the current Engine 1. Delivery is expected in late 2012 or early 2013.

Lancaster, MA- has placed into service Athol Tanker 1's former 1980 AM General 6x6 125/2200 and designated it Engine 5. Engine 2's 2006 Ford F-550/Dept 125/300/20F 4X4 has returned to service after being refurbished.

Northborough, MA- approved the expenditure of $350,000 to replace Engine 3, a 1984 E-One pumper. The Chief plans on replacing the engine with a tender.

Shirley, MA- has placed into service a 1983 AM General 6x6 250/1200 as Forestry 3.

Swanton, VT- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper.

Weston, MA- will be taking delivery of a new brush truck in the next few weeks. Greenwood/Maxim built a brush unit on a 2012 Ford F-450 4X4 chassis with 300 GPM pump, 290 gallon water tank, and 10 gallon foam cell. MHQ did the lettering and applied the emergency lighting. It will also be the first Weston vehicle to sport a black/red paint scheme.

Buckfield, ME- has agreed to purchase a 1995 Ford Cutaway ambulance from Minot, ME for $10. Yes, ten bucks.

Tisbury, MA- has opened their new fire headquarters station at 251 Spring Street.

Uxbridge, MA Fire Captain Melissa Blodgett recently was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. The Firefighters are doing a benefit to help with costs and if you would like to help or learn more, you can visit their Facebook page at CLICK HERE.

For anyone interested, here is a cool story about rocker Johnny April from the band Staind and how he has donated an ambulance to be used in Hamshire County, Mass. CLICK HERE.

Abington, MA- has announced they will re-open their Station 2 starting April 16th.

Braintree, MA- will received $450,000 from the US Environmental Protection Agency and Clean Harbors from a revised agreement that will be put towards the purchase an aerial platform fire truck.

Danvers, MA- Engine 2's new KME Severe Service pumper has been completed at the factory and is on the way to the local dealer. Delivery is expected later this month.

Franklin, NH- has approved funds to purchase a new pumper and ambulance.

McGregor Memorial EMS (Durham NH) has ordered a new paramedic intercept unit through Sugarloaf Ambulance/Rescue Vehicles of Wilton ME. The unit will be a 2013 Ford Explorer with conversion performed by PL Custom. The existing 2007 vehicle will be reassigned to the Shift Duty Captain when the new vehicle arrives.

Methuen, MA- after being out of service since a December 25, 2010 fire, Ladder 1 has returned to service after having the repairs made to the stabilizer system. Additionally, a new E-One pumper is set to arrive in June along with an International/Horton ambulance.

Mexico/Rumford, ME- the two towns have agreed to purchase a 2008 quint with 100' aerial that will replace each town's aging aerials and serve both communities as a joing piece of equipment.

Norwalk, CT- has broken ground on their new Fire HQ located at 121 Connecticut Ave.

Princeton, MA- recently appointed David Cobb to the position of Fire Chief. Additionally, Zach Algarin, son of Captain Tim Kelley is deploying to Afghanistan with the Marines. Along with the Princeton Firefighters, I wish him a safe tour of duty and thank him for his service to our country.

Rutland, MA- Seth Knipe has been named as Acting Chief. The department will also be selling their old rescue and Engine 2. I don't know if this will be a direct sell or if it'll be through a bid process.

South Berwick, ME- has received a federal grant for $47,500 that will be used to purchase an air refill system.

A new series called Newport, RI: The Series will be coming soon. The first episode with be on firefighters. For more information you can visit CLICK HERE

For anyone interested, here is an article on the new class of RIV for the U.S. Air Force like the one recently delivered to the Quonset ANG base in RI. CLICK HERE.

Ashby, MA- $201,400 to purchase a tanker fire truck.

Dunstable, MA- Chief Charlie Rich retired this past Friday. His son Brian Rich has been appointed as the new Chief.

Franklin, NH- Kevin LaChapelle has taken over as chief of the fire department.

Melrose, MA- Fire Chief John O'Brien has retired after 35 years of service.

Newburyport, MA- has received a federal grant for $86,545 to purchase thermal imagers, sampling devices, PASS devices, flashlights.

Vernon, CT- has sold it's 1989 Sutphen/Ranger pumper to the Bowman Community Fire Department in Archer County, TX.

Warren, MA- has received a federal grant for $48,260 to purchase a compressor and a washer/extractor.

Watertown, MA- has on loan a 2000 International/Road Rescue that previously served Colchester, CT. It is being used until a new ambulance that is on order is delivered.

Weare NH- has signed a contract with Lakes Region Fire Apparatus for an HME pumper/tanker with 2000 GPM pump and 1600 gallon tank. Expected delivery is late fall.

West Bridgewater, MA- has received a federal grant for $27,308 to purchase hose, nozzles, deluge sets.

Worcester, MA- Engine 7's new E-One is due to be delivered sometime in May.

Albion Fire Co, Lincoln RI- has purchased a 1992 Spartan/3D 1500/500 pumper from Shaker Pines Fire Dept in Enfield CT.

Boston- BFD is operating now with narrow band modulation and using new DPL tones on channels 1 thru 4. For more info visit CLICK HERE.

Danielson, CT- has received a federal grant that will be used towards station repairs and upgrades.

Marlborough, MA- Jim Fortin has been appointed as the new Fire Chief.

Nashua, NH- approved a $1.4 million bond for the immediate purchase of a ladder truck and the purchase of an engine in September.

For anyone interested, here is a 3+ minute video from the Rosenbauer Fire Truck factory. CLICK HERE.

Barnstead, NH- Voters approved $30,000 for a new command vehicle and $355,000 for a new tanker, of which $255,000 will be paid by a federal grant.

Bristol, NH- $155,000 was approved for a new ambulance.

Candia, NH- voters approved the proposed paid call system, as well as $50,000 towards the capital reserve for the purchase of a rescue.

Caribou, ME- Firefighter/Paramedic Scot Susi has been named Interim Chief of the Caribou Fire & Ambulance Department.

Chichester, NH- $394,000 was appropriated for a new 1500 GPM 2000 gallon tanker pumper to replace a 1989 pumper.

Deering, NH- Voters approved $176,000 for a new ambulance.

Denmark, ME- has been awarded a $200,925 federal grant that will be used to purchase a new tanker.

East Longmeadow, MA- has been awarded a federal grant for $320,593.00 to purchase radio communications equipment.

Fort Kent Rescue, ME- has named Ed Endee the new chief. Ed previously had served as the Hartford, CT Assistant Fire Chief.

Freemont, NH- voters rejected a warrant article to purchase a new fire truck. The article was defeated by only 10 votes.

Gilmanton, NH- Voters approved $197,000 for a new ambulance.

Gloucester, MA- bids have gone out for a new ambulance.

Hampstead, NH- has received a federal grant for $308,750.00 to purchase a tanker truck.

Loudon, NH- voters approved $420,000 to purchase a new rescue/pumper.

Lynnfield, MA - has received a federal grant for $190,000.00 to purchase a fire station sprinkler & fire alarm systems.

Massachusetts- The city council of Springfield approved the selling of the fire department's training facility to the Commonwealth, which will be used as a training facility for firefighters in the western part of the state so they don't have to travel to Stow.

Middletown, NH- $28,000 was approved for a new command vehicle.

Moultonborough, NH- Voters approved $100,000 for the first years payment on a new rescue truck after the current rescue failed its recent State inspection due to frame issues.

Newport, ME- has been awarded a $196,315 federal grant that will be used to purchase a new tanker.

Smithfield, RI- Fire Chief Joe Mollo has announced he will retire in July.

Waterville Valley NH- has planced an order with E-ONE for a Typhoon 1750 GPM pumper with 780 gallon tank.

Waterville, ME- has been awarded a $332,500 federal grant to purchase a new pumper.

Westborough, MA- Voters approved the purchase of new ambulance to replace medic 3, a new set of jaws and to build a new fire headquarters.

Bow, NH - Voters approved $240,000 for design work for a new public safety center.

Center Harbor, NH - Voters approved $1.1 million to add on to and renovate the town offices, which will move the police department from the fire station, while providing some renovations and improvements to the fire area.

Charlestown, NH- voters turned down a proposal to build a new station.

Deerfield, NH - Voters approved $266,000 for the lease-purchase of a new fire engine, but declined to purchase a parcel of land adjacent to the Church Street fire station which is owned by the Volunteer Fire Association.

Epsom, NH - Voters defeated a proposal to add an additional fulltime firefighters postion.

Freedom, NH — Town meeting voters approved $265,000 for a new tanker truck.

Gilford, NH- voters defeated an article asking for $450,000 for a new fire truck. The vote was 915 against to 709 in favor.

Gilsum, NH- has approved $240,830 to purchase a new pumper.

Gloucester, MA- has borrowed a spare ladder truck from Lawrence while their Ladder 1 is out for a safety recall. Ladder 2 is OOS and will be scrapped.

Hampton, NH- voters approved $5.7 million to build a new fire station and overhaul a 2nd.

Haverhill, MA- has received a federal grant for $319,584 to purchase safety equipment.

New Marlborough MA- has put out to bid a custom pumper with a 2000 GPM pump and 1000 gallon water tank and 30 foam tank.

New Vineyard, ME- voters approved funds to purchase a 3,000 gallon tanker.

Newton, NH- Voters approved the purchase of property and structures that the Police are currently leasing for the new Police Station that opened on 3-9-12. This will also secure land for the proposed Fire Station in the future. This property is also currently used to store equipment, trailers, and vehicles for the towns Police, Fire, & Emergency Management Departments. The property is currently mixed occupancy with Municipal, Residential, & Commercial, a 2nd Phase will combine all buildings for Municipal use only.

Pelham, NH- voters approved $3.9 million to build a new fire station.

Plaistow, NH - Voters approved to release funds from the Capital Reserve Fund for the sum of $405,000 to replace Engine 7 a 1987 KME Pumper 1500/1500.
Voters approved funds to hire one (1) fulltime Firefighter/EMT position for the Fire Dept. This will expand the fulltime staff to 4 M-F 8am to 4pm (1 Chief, 3FF's), the positions is expected to be filled by the beginning of May.
The Plaistow Fire Department is in the proccess of forming a Fire Dept. Honor Guard made by generous donations from the community. A committee has been formed and six (6) members have been chosen for the Guard. At this time Uniforms have been desined and orderd and Equipment is arriving daily. The Guard is expected to be fully functional by Memorial Day. This will be the first Honor Guard for the PFD as the PPD already has a Guard in service.

Southboro, MA- will swear in Fire Chief Joseph Mauro on Tuesday at 6 PM at the selectman's meeting. Joseph is the brother of retired chief John Mauro.

Weare NH - $375,000 approved for the purchase of a new 2000 GPM/1500 gallon fire engine.

Waltham, MA- Deputy Chief Paul Ciccone was sworn in as Chief of Department on March 12, 2012.

Winsted, CT- has requested funds to purchase a mini-pumper to replace their brush vehicle.

Agawam, MA- Rescue 2's ambulance has completed the process of being rebuilt following an MVA and has been placed back into service.

Litchfield, NH- has named Francis X. Fraitzl III as the new fire chief.

Madawasksa, Me- received a $135,000 federal grant to purchase a brush truck.

North Branford Fire, CT- received a $47,500 federal grant for an air refill system.

Wallingford, CT- received a federal grant for $168,600 that will be used to purchase defibrillators.

Warwick, RI- has received a $683,451 federal grant to purchase a new ladder truck.

Wilmington, VT- received a federal grant for $56,000 that will be used to purchase hose and accessories.

Cool article about a vintage ladder returning to Fall River. CLICK HERE FOR OFF SITE ARTICLE.

Dracut, MA- Fire Chief Leo Gaudette has retired after 38 years of service.

Hampton, NH- Lieutenant Jamison Ayotte of the Amesbury Fire Department has been appointed Deputy Fire Chief in Hampton.

Winthrop MA- Fire inspector/Captain Ned Hazlett has retired from the department.

Amesbury, MA- will be opening the Elm Street Fire Station on March 1. It has been closed since 1990 and will hold 1 Engine with an officer and 2 Firefighters.

Beverly, MA - has received a $49,588.00 federal grant for Radio Communications Equipment.

Bridgewater, MA - received a federal grant for $68,337.00 to purchase Radio Communications Equipment.

Darien, CT- has remounted their 1973 Baker 75' aerialscope to a 2010 Seagrave chassis.

Denmark, ME- has received a $200,925 federal grant to put towards the purchase of a new fire truck.

Dennis, MA - has received a $64,615.00 federal grant for Thermal Imaging Cameras and Training.

Fairhaven, MA - received a federal grant for $175,426.00 to purchase Radio Communications Equipment.

Fayette, ME - has received a $270,750 federal grant for a Tanker truck.

Halifax, MA - has received a $799,920.00 federal grant for Regional Radio Communications.

Hampstead NH - has received a $50,540.00 federal grant for a Fire Station Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Systems.

Hancock, NH - has received a federal grant for $112,670 to purchase Firefighter Self Contained Breathing Apparatus & Thermal Imaging Camera.

Hanover, MA - has received a $15,200 federal grant for a Gear Washer & Dryer.

Kingston, MA - received a federal grant for $54,168.00 to purchase Radio Communications Equipment.

Lawrence, MA - has received a $688,000 federal grant for an Aerial Ladder Truck.

Leominster, MA- has on order a Pierce 1500/700 pumper which is expected to be delivered in the fall of 2012. It will be assigned to Engine 3 with current rig being placed into reserve replacing the current Engine 5.

Lunenburg, MA- Fire Chief Scott Glenny has announced he will retire in June.

Northwood, NH- James Lindquist has been appointed the new Fire Chief. Jim works for the New Hampshire Dept of Saefty and is a Captain and Instructor at the New Hampshire Fire Academy

Pepperell, MA - has received a $43,419 federal grant for Pagers and EMS turnout gear.

Poquonnock Bridge Fire District, CT - has received a $748,896 federal grant for (Regional) Communications equipment.

Salisbury MA - has received a $91,238.00 federal grant for Bunker Gear.

South Middletown, CT - has received a $114,350.00 federal grant for Rescue Equipment & Training.

Rockland, MA - has received a 630,090.00 federal grant for Regional Radio Communications.

Watertown, MA - has received a $84,512 federal grant for Portable radios, chargers and a comparator.

Waterville, ME- has received a $332,500 federal grant to put towards the purchase of a new fire truck.

Wayland, MA- Fire Chief Bob Loomer will retire this week.

West Shore FD, West Haven, CT - received a fedearl grant for $241,888.00 for Regional - Radio Communications Equipment.

Westport, MA - received a federal grant for $17,100.00 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras.

Willington, CT- Willington Hill's former ET-249 (1981 American LaFrance 1250/1000) has been placed into service by the Willington FD #1 and has been designated Engine-Tank 313 located at Station 213.

Auburn, ME- an independent study recommends a fourth station. CLICK FOR OFFSITE ARTICLE.

Berlin, VT- purchased Claremont, NH's former Engine 3, a 1989 E-One 1500/1000.

Bridgewater, NH -has purchased Center Harbor, NH's Engine 2, a 1988 International 1500/1000. It has been placed into service as Bridgewater Engine 2.

Danbury, CT- has turned down a 2.1 million dollar firefighter grant. For more info: READ THE OFFSITE ARTICLE.

Franklin, NH- Chief Royal "Brad" Smith will retire at the end of the month.

Norwood, MA- Firefighter Dennis Mawn has returned to duty after serving a tour in Iraq. Welcome home brother and thank you for your service.

Worcester, MA- has purchased Concord MA Ladder 1's former 1988 E-One Hurricane 110’ RMA for use as a spare.

Auburn, ME- has appropriated funds to purchase a new pumper. Engine 2's 1998 American LaFrance will be replaced which has had a number of mechanical issues.

Fayette, ME- has been awarded a federal grant to purchase a new tanker.

Lawrence MA- reactivated Engine Co.6 on February 7 and reopened Station 6 at 480 Howard St. in the Prospect Hill section of the city. On the same day, Provisional Fire Chief Jack Bergeron was sworn in as Chief of Department.

Needham, MA- has placed an order with KME for a pumper that will be assigned as Engine 1. Delivery expected in August.

North Haven, CT- approved a bond that includes rennovating and rebuilding the four fire stations. Fire Headquarters, West Ridge and Northeast stations will undergo major rennovations while Montowese will be completely torn down and replaced.

Ossipee, NH- has voted against merging the town's 3 fire departments. CLICK FOR AN OFF SITE ARTICLE.

Oxford Center, CT- has a new Pierce pumper on order for Engine 42.

Portsmouth, NH- the city council approved the funds needed to reopen Station 3.

Waterford, CT- The Waterford Ambulance Association has ordered a new Lifeline ambulance which is expected be delivered in the spring.

The Worcester Firefighters are selling Jon Davies Memorial t-shirts to benefit the family. FSP Books in Hudson, MA has donated their webspace and time to fill orders for the firefighters. The cost is $20 per t-shirt. You can view and order the shirt at FSP's website at CLICK HERE.

Amesbury, MA- has received a $27,313.00 federal grant for fire station diesel exhaust system

Andover, ME- has been awarded a $146,300 federal grant that will be used to purchase new air packs.

Braintree, MA- has received a $72,847.00 federal grant for hydraulic rescue equipment

Burlington, MA- FF Paul Sullivan has retired after 32 years of service. He finished his career with an out of town fire in Billerica. Best wishes to you Paul in your retirement.

Charlton, MA- has received a $268,361.00 federal grant for breathing apparatus

Cranston, RI- has received a $77,920.00 federal grant for fire alarm systems for 5 fire stations.

Easton, MA- Fire Chief Thomas Stone has retired.

Harrisville, RI- has received a $102,600.00 federal grant for breathing apparatus and a thermal imaging camera

Haverhill, MA- the mayor has proposed cutting the Rescue truck which will eliminate 3 positions per shift and move the tools to the ladder companies. The departments warns against this as several bridges can not be crossed by ladder companies which creates delayed responses to these areas.

Lenox, MA- has received a $128,440.00 federal grant for breathing apparatus

Malden Emergency Center, Malden MA- has taken Rescue 3 (Ford Rehab Unit) out of service permanently with no plans to replace it at this time.

Manchester, NH- has received a $29,600.00 federal grant for breathing air refill system

Meriden, CT- has received a $600,000.00 federal grant for an TT 100’ aerial ladder truck.

Monroe, ME- has received a $182,733.00 federal grant for a tanker truck

Nahant, MA- has received a $717,250.00 federal grant for a 100’ QUINT

Newton, MA- has placed a 2003 Ford/Medtec (ex Cataldo Ambulance Svc) into service for the wire division replacing the old W31.

Portland, ME- has received a $80,452.00 federal grant for a regional training program

Proctorsville, VT- has received a $261,250.00 federal grant for a tanker truck

Quincy, MA- has received a $68,800.00 federal grant for rescue tools and air tanks

Rockland, MA- has received a $115,487.00 federal grant for emergency medical equipment

Seekonk, MA- has signed a contract with Greenwood Emergency Vehicles for the purchase of a new ambulance.

Southern Berkshire Ambulance, MA- has received a $85,861.00 federal grant for emergency medical gear

Topsfield, MA- has received a $134,400.00 federal grant for a regional training program

Union, ME- has signed a contract with American LaFrance and North American Equipment for a 3,000 gallon tank, 1000 gpm pump and Freightliner chassis. Delivery is expected in 60 days

Uxbridge, MA- Deputy Fire Chief Bill Kessler has been named the new Fire Chief.

Old Mystic , CT- has received a $216,514.00 federal grant for station diesel exhaust and a training simulator.

Wakefield, MA- congratulations to new hires Patrick Jones, Michael Rowe, and Nolan Curran.

Warwick, RI- has received a $193,898.00 federal grant for radio communications equipment

West Hartford, CT- has received a $103,200.00 federal grant for fire station sprinkler system & face masks

Wilbraham, MA- has received a $99,944.00 federal grant for emergency medical equipment

Bellingham, MA- Fire Chief Dick Ranieri has retired after 35 years of service. He will be succeeded by Steven Gentile.

Boston- currently has 3 KME pumpers on order with delivery scheduled around April.

Canton, MA- has received a federal grant for $60,000 that will be used to replace radios.

Dracut, MA- has named David R. Brouillette as the new fire chief.

East Hartford, CT- the new station at 141 Brewer Street is now open and operating. It is now the quarters of Engine 5 and Ladder 2.

Freetown, MA- correction from last week, the department has a grant for a brush truck, not a tanker.

North Reading, MA- has on order a LifeLine ambulance that is scheduled to be delivered the first week of February.

Norway, ME- has accepted a federal grant and approved additional funds to purchase a tanker.

Pittsfield, MA- has placed and order with Seagrave for a Marauder II pumper. Delivery is expected in August.

Smithfield, RI- has purchased a 1991 E-One 1500/750 which will be assigned to Engine 3.

Union, ME- has voted to alot funds in addition to the insurance payout for the destroyed tanker in order to purchase a new vehicle.

West Ossipee, NH- has appointed Carl Huddleston as the new fire chief.

Some upcoming deliveries (thanks to Mike over at Massfiretrucks.com for the heads up):
Attleborough- ? engine
Auburn - Pierce Heavy Rescue
Berlin- Smeal engine
Billerica - E-One Ladder and Engine
Blackstone - E-One Commercial Engine
Boston - EVI Custom HazMat Unit
Braintree - E-One Engine
Brockton- ? engine
Charlestown, RI (Cross Mills) - Pierce Engine
Danvers - KME Severe Service Engine
Foxborough- Horton ambulance
Freetown- Horton ambulance
Grafton - Pierce Engine
Hampden - KME Panther Tanker
Harvard - KME Severe Service Hose Reel Engine
Harwich- Sutphen engine and LifeLine ambulance
Hope Valley, RI - Pierce Engine
Hopkinton- Braun ambulance
Hyannis- Pierce havey rescue
Lexington- Horton ambulance
Littleton- Smeal engine
Lynnfield- Horton ambulance
Mansfield- LifeLine ambulance
Mattapoisett - Pierce Engine
Methuen - E-One Engine
Newton - E-One Engine
Norton - E-One Engine and a Horton ambulance
Quincy- E-One ladder
Rockport- Sutphen ladder
Saugus - Pierce Engine
West Warwick, RI- LifeLine ambulance
Westminster- Braun ambulance

Barnstead, NH- has been awarded a federal grant for a tanker.

Berwick, ME- has been awarded a federal grant for a brush truck.

Brockton, MA- has been awarded a federal grant for a pumper.

Danbury, CT- The Citizen's Hose Co 6 has been awarded a federal grant for a rescue truck.

East Providence, RI- has been awarded a federal grant to purchase training equipment.

Eddington, ME – has been awarded a federal grant to purchase Hose, Nozzles, and Fittings.

Freetown, MA- has been awarded a federal grant for a brush vehicle.

Hubbardston, MA – has been awarded a federal grant to purchase. Thermal Imaging Cameras.

McGregor EMS, Durham NH- has placed an order for a 2012 Type III Ambulance Manufactured by PL Custom on a Chevy G4500 chassis.

Montpelier, VT- has been awarded a federal grant for a pumper.

Northampton, MA- has been awarded a federal grant to purchase emergency medical equipment.

Norway, ME- has been awarded a federal grant for a tanker.

South Burlington, VT Ambulance 1- 2012 Ford F-450/Osage ambulance

Springfield, MA- Fire Commissioner Gary Cassanelli has retired after 20 years as Chief and 35 years as a Springfield Fire Fighter. Deputy Chief Joseph Conant has been named acting commissioner.

Stamford, CT – has received a federal grant to purchase a Breathing Apparatus Re-fill System.

Tolland, MA- has received a federal grant to purchase a tanker. The new headquarters fire station at 206 West Granville Road has been completed.

Union, ME- Tanker 1 caught fire while on the way to the garage for repairs. The truck is a total loss.

Interesting article on a fire engine pizza truck in CT: CLICK HERE FOR OFFSITE ARTICLE.

Bolton, MA- has named John Mentzer as the new fire chief.

Boston- will be auctioning off their former fireboat. More info can be found from this off site link: CLICK HERE.

East Millinocket, ME- the East Millinocket and Medway FD's are going ahead on a plan to consolidate departments. CLICK HERE FOR OFFSITE ARTICLE.

Hallowell, ME- has opted not to merge or contract out fire department services. CLICK FOR OFFSITE ARTICLE.

Orland, ME- Bob Conary has been named as the new fire chief.

Peabody, MA- Thought this was kind of cool, one of the fire victims from the fire that took the life of Peabody FF Jim Rice has named her new born baby Bella Rice Jaber in honor of the fallen firefighter.

Uxbridge, MA- Chief Peter Ostroskey will be leaving the department to assume the position of Deputy Fire Marshall for State DFS.

Castine, ME- the Bagaduce Ambulance Corps has ceased operations due to a lack of volunteers. More info can be read at CLICK HERE.

Ipswich, MA- Rick Smith has been appointed as the permanent fire chief.

Norway, ME- has received a federal grant to purchase a tanker. The new tanker will replace a 1972 GMC tanker and a 1979 Freightliner tanker.

Portsmouth, NH- Due to budgetary constraints, Station 3 is expected to be closed for 98 percent of the time for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Reading, MA- has received a federal grant for $100,000 for training and safety equipment.

Saugus, MA- has on order a Piece pumper for Engine 1. Delivery is expected in the spring.