From Walpole, MA Firefighters Local 2464-
"It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that Walpole Firefighters Local 2464 announces the active-duty passing of Firefighter/Paramedic Elizabeth Hunt.
Elizabeth began her service with the Walpole Fire Department on April 11, 2022, dedicating herself to the protection, care, and well-being of the community she proudly served. Her loss is deeply felt throughout our department and the brotherhood and sisterhood of the fire service. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Elizabeth’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters during this incredibly difficult time.
Rest peacefully, Elizabeth. Thank you for your service, your dedication, and your commitment to others. We have it from here."

North Royalton, OH Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Milligan died after becoming trapped in a basement at a Broadview Heights house fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Conway has placed an order with New England Fire Equipment and Apparatus for a Freightliner M2-106/Spartan 1250/1000 (2-door cab) pumper.

RHODE ISLAND

Warwick has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach ambulance and an E-One Typhoon pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Goshen has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Medix ambulance for Ambulance 9.

Wilton has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/1000 for Engine 1.

MAINE

Lovell has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner 108SD/Rosenbauer 1250/2775/30F for Pumper-Tanker 171.

Raymond has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Braun ambulance for Ambulance 34.

MASSACHUSETTS

Acushnet has taken delivery of a 2026 Dodge Ram 5500/Braun 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 3.

Blanford has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/CET 4x4 300/300/10F for Brush 3.

Northbridge has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Braun 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Orange has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 3.

Provincetown has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Osage 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Warwick recently acquired a 2002 HME/Smeal 1250/1000 for Engine 1. It previously served in Cheshire.

Westport recently took delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Firematic BRAT 250/400/10F for Forestry 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

East Kingston has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 1.

VERMONT

Barnet has placed into service a 2025 Dodge Ram 5500/CET 200/250 as Utility 1.

East Burke has acquired a 2007 Spartan/Rosenbauer 1250/1000 for Engine 5. It previously served in Stratford, Ontario.

Manchester has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner/BME 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

Underhill-Jericho has acquired a 2020 E-One Quest 2000/500/100' RMA for Ladder 1. It previously served the O’Fallon Fire District in Missouri.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Effingham's 2004 Kenworth/Central States 1500/3000 has returned to service after being refurbished. It has also been changed from Engine 2 to Tanker 2.

Courtesy Andover, MA Fire Department- We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Firefighter Robert “Bob” West. Firefighter West proudly served the Town of Andover for 32 years. In addition, he was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served on the USS Irwin during the Korean War.
We extend our condolences to his family and friends. Thank you, Bob, for your service to the United States of America and the Town of Andover.

Courtesy Salem, NH Fire Department- Salem Fire is saddened to share news of the passing of retired fire alarm operator John Hoellrich. He was a beloved member of our department and retired in 2018. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Rutland-Dundee, IL, Firefighter Greg Witt was involved in a training exercise Wednesday with fellow Rutland-Dundee crew members when he suffered cardiac arrest. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MAINE

Houlton has place an order with New England Fire Equipment and Apparatus for a Ford F-550/Southeast 300/250/10F mini-pumper/light rescue.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boston has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-550/CET brush truck.

Shutesbury has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Spartan FC-94/E-One pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Darien recently took delivery of a 2026 Seagrave Marauder heavy rescue for Rescue 44.

MAINE

South Portland has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/Braun ambulance for Ambulance 42. They also received a 2026 Chevy Tahoe SSV for the shift commander (deputy chief), Car 42.

Winslow has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner 114SD/Spencer 1500/3000 for Tanker 7.

MASSACHUSETTS

Lynn has acquired a 2005 Pierce Arrow XT 105' RMA for use as a spare ladder. It previously served in Nashua, NH.

Wayland has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/750 for Engine 4.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Chichester has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/AEV ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Hopkinton has remounted Forestry 1's 2002 TruckCraft 250/250 body to a new 2026 Dodge Ram 3500 chassis.

Sanbornton has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Hianloland in West Greenwich has acquired a 2007 Pierce Enforcer 1500/1000/30A/CAFS for Engine 19. It previously served the Plattsburgh, NY Fire District 3.

MASSACHUSETTS

FD Maps has created a free interactive map for the Metro Boston area. You can check it out at www.boston.fdmaps.com

U.S. Forest Service Firefighter Kaitlyn 'KK' Gallagher was killed while battling a wildfire in the Kisatchie National Forest. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Arlington has placed n order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-550/Horton ambulance.

CONNECTICUT

Ellington has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Rescue 1 4X4 light rescue.

MAINE

Hiram has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner 114 SD/Alexis 1250/3000 for Tank 4.

MASSACHUSETTS

Joint Base Cape Cod recently placed into service a 2001 Pierce Dash 2000/300 100' RM Tower as Tower 1. It previously served in Mashpee.

Massachusetts Forest Fire Control has placed into service a 2026 Ford F-550 4x4/MHQ 125/300 as Patrol 1-1.

Plainville has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambuance 4.

Provincetown has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/Osage ambulance for Ambulance 1.

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

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Easton has acquired a 2001 Freightliner/Central States 1000/1500 that had previously served with the Campton-Thornton, NH Fire Department.

Hudson has taken delivery of a 2026 Seagrave Marauder 95' Aerialscope for Tower 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Warren has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/2016 Life Line 4x4 (body remounted) ambulance for Rescue 1.

CONNECTICUT

West Haven is now staffing the Allington fire Station on Admiral Street. Engine 3 will be staffed with a crew of 3 firefighters 24/7, one of which is a paramedic.

MASSACHUSETTS

Eastham Engine 1's 2013 E-One Typhoon E-Max 1500/1000/30F has returned to service after being refurbished.

Tewksbury Fire Chief Joe Kearns has retired after 34 years of service.

From Lawrence, MA Chief Patrick Delaney:
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Retired Lawrence Fire Lieutenant John “Jack” M. Lannon Jr., a longtime member of the Lawrence Fire Department who proudly served the City of Lawrence for 28 years.
Jack was a proud member of the Lawrence Fire family and will be remembered as a great guy who cared deeply about the department, his fellow firefighters, and the community he served. His legacy of service is also reflected in the loving family he leaves behind, including his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, and friends. On behalf of the entire Lawrence Fire Department, I extend our deepest condolences to the Lannon family. Jack will always hold a special place in our department’s history and in the hearts of those who knew him.
Rest easy, Lieutenant Lannon. Thank you for your service, your dedication, and your love for the Lawrence Fire Department and the City of Lawrence. You will be missed, remembered, and never forgotten.

Durham, NC Firefighter Andrew Brokes died while operating at a fire scene. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

CONNECTICUT

Norfolk has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One Typhoon pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Canton has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One 92' RM Tower.

West Springfield has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce rescue-pumper.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Claremont currently has on order an E-One Typhoon pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Avon has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer-Ascendant 2000/300/100' MM Tower for Tower 12.

MASSACHUSETTS

North Andover has taken delivery of a 2026 International MV/Road Rescue ambulance for Ambulance 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

The New Hampshire Fire Academy has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth/Fouts Brothers rescue for Rescue 1.

Newfields has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Toyne pumper for Engine 4.

Waterville Valley has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One pumper for Engine 2.

VERMONT

Barre Town has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan MetroStar/Alexis 1500/600 pumper.

South Burlington has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Braun ambulance for Ambulance 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Gloucester Captain Donnie Barbagallo has retired after 32 years of service.

Newburyport, MA retired firefighter Lawrence Bograd passed away.

Eagle Rock, VA, Assistant Fire Chief Dies of Injuries Suffered during a water rescue in 2016. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

FDNY retired EMT Maria V. Rueda passed away from a World Trade Center related illness. EMT Rueda served the FDNY for 31 years.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boston has place an order with Greenwood EV for six pumpers, two tower-ladders and four single-rear axle ladder trucks.

Stoughton has place an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 2000/1000 pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Kingston has taken delivery of a 2024 Dodge Ram 5500/2016 PL Custom 4x4 – 2026 Remounted ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Sudbury has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/KME 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Middletown has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton ambulance for Rescue 3.

VERMONT

Winhall has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 2000/3000 for Engine 2.

CONNECTICUT

Stratford Fire Chief Jermaine Atkinson has retired after 25 years of service with the department.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Keene Rescue 1's 2010 Spartan/E-One heavy rescue had returned to service after being refurbished.

Swanzey has occupied their new Station 2 located at 321 Old Homestead Highway.

Somerville, MA retired Firefighter Nicholas A. Pagliuca passed away on September 23rd. He was appointed to Somerville Fire on May 25, 1969 and retired on July 1, 2001.

MAINE

Waldoboro has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer PUC 2000 GPM pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Hanson has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One custom pumper.

Middleborough has placed an order with Specialty Vehicles for a Rosenbauer Commander 1500/1500 pumper.

Stow has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Saber pumper.

MAINE

Cornish has taken delivery of a 2010 International PayStar 6X6/2026 Firovac 3500 gallon for Tanker 3.

Farmington has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/1000 for Engine 6.

MASSACHUSETTS

Swampscott has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 100' RMA.

Westwood has taken delivery of a 2026 International/Bulldog AWD 1500/500 for Squad 1.

Yarmouth has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Cyclone 1500/750 for Engine 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Belmont has taken delivery of a 2026 HME Ahrens-Fox 1871 - 1500/1000.

Berlin has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 105' RMA for Ladder 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Hopkins Hill in Coventry has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 6.

CONNECTICUT

Lisbon has been awarded a Federal grant for a brush truck.

Seymour has been awarded a Federal grant for an ambulance.

MAINE

Calais has been awarded a Federal grant for a quint type ladder truck.

Cooper has been awarded a Federal grant for a pumper.

St. Albans has been awarded a Federal grant for a tanker.

Sweden has been awarded a Federal grant for a tanker.

MASSACHUSETTS

Bourne has been awarded a Federal grant for a tanker.

Hancock has been awarded a Federal grant for a pumper.

Holbrook has been awarded a Federal grant for a brush truck.

North Adams Ambulance has been awarded a Federal grant for ambulance.

North Adams has been awarded a Federal grant for a pumper.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Hancock has been awarded a Federal grant for a tanker.

RHODE ISLAND

Central Coventry has been awarded a Federal grant for an ambulance.

Woonsocket has been awarded a Federal grant for a ladder truck.

MASSACHUSETTS

MASSACHUSETTS

Rockport has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 1500/750 pumper.

RHODE ISLAND

Exeter Fire Department #2 has placed an order with Allegiance for a Kenworth T-800/Pierce 1500/3000 tanker.

CONNECTICUT

East Hartford has taken delivery of a 2026 Seagrave Capitol 95' Aerialscope for Tower Ladder 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Fall River EMS has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach 4x4 ambulance for Medic 6.

Longmeadow has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/1030 for Engine 3.

Massport at Logan Airport has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Rosenbauer 4x4 1250/300/25F for Squad 1.

Stockbridge recently placed into service a 2026 KME Severe Service 2000/1000/30F as Engine 2.

West Stockbridge recently took delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Fouts 4x4 1500/300/15F for Rescue 32-3.

Weymouth has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000/30F for Engine 2.

Wilbraham has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/Medix ambulance for Medic 1.

Winchendon has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4X4 ambulance for Ambulance 3.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Campton-Thornton has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/1000 for Engine 4.

Francestown has taken delivery of a 2026 KME Severe Service 1500/1000/20F for Engine 2.

Hill has acquired a 1996 Pierce Dash 1250/500 for Engine 1. It previously served with the Naugatuck, CT Fire Department.

VERMONT

Townshend has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon pumper for Engine 2.

MASSACHUSETTS

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Courtesy Gloucester, MA Local 762:
Gloucester Firefighters Local 762 extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of retired Gloucester Firefighter James "Jim" Griffin. Jim proudly served the Gloucester Fire Department for 30 years and was one of those firefighters who truly loved the job. Much of his career was spent assigned to Rescue 1, where he became a familiar face to generations of Gloucester residents and firefighters. Jim took great pride in serving the city and in being part of the fire service. He was known as a steady, dependable firefighter who treated people with kindness and respect, whether he was helping someone on an emergency call or simply talking with them around town. For those who worked alongside him, Jim represented what the job is supposed to be. His many years on the rescue squad left a lasting impact on both the department and the community he served. The members of Local 762 are proud to remember Jim as one of our own and are grateful for his decades of service to Gloucester.

CONNECTICUT

Weston has placed an order with Firematic for a Pierce Enforcer pumper.

MASSACHUSETTS

Clinton has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One custom pumper.

Salem has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 100' RM ladder truck.

CONNECTICUT

Cromwell has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/PL Custom 4X4 ambulance for Ambulance 4B.

MAINE

Belgrade has taken delivery of a light rescue built on a 2026 Ford F-550 chassis for Rescue 6.

Milbridge is set to take delivery of a 2026 International CV/K & T Fire Equipment walk-in rescue.

North Haven recently placed into service a 2008 Spartan MetroStar/Toyne 4X4 rescue pumper as Squad 1. It previously served the Lower Saucon Twp, PA Fire Department.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boxborough has taken delivery of a 2025 Kenworth T480/Dependable 1250/3000 for Tanker 65.

Charlton has taken delivery of a 2024 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 3.

Leverett has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth T480/Fouts 1500/3000 for Engine 2.

Nantucket has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan MetroStar/Smeal 1500/1000 for Engine 5.

Revere has taken delivery of two (2) 2026 E-One Typhoon 1250/570/30A pumpers for Engine 2 and Engine 4.

Upton has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Osage 4x4 ambulance for Med 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Newport has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Wheeled Coach 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 2.

U.S. COAST GUARD

Courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard: The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned its newest Fast Response Cutter, Coast Guard Cutter Jeffrey Palazzo (WPC 1163), during a ceremony in New York City on Sept. 12. The event marked the ship’s entry into active service.
The cutter’s namesake, Jeffrey Palazzo, was a New York City firefighter and Coast Guard reservist who made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center.
The Jeffrey Palazzo is the 63rd Fast Response Cutter in active service. It will be the fifth vessel of its class homeported in Guam. It joins cutters Vincent Danz, Myrtle Hazard, Oliver Henry, and Frederick Hatch.
Palazzo joined the Coast Guard in 1988 and was stationed in Rockaway, New York. During his career, he responded to multiple high-profile incidents and large-scale emergencies.
In 1993, Palazzo was on the first Coast Guard boat to discover the Golden Venture, a cargo ship that ran aground carrying more than 200 Chinese immigrants. He was credited with saving dozens of lives.
After eight years of active-duty service, Palazzo joined the New York City Fire Department while continuing to serve in the Coast Guard Reserve. In early 2001, he earned a position with Staten Island’s elite Rescue Company 5.
On Sept. 11, 2001, Palazzo responded to the World Trade Center as part of the city’s emergency response. He and 10 fellow members of Rescue Company 5 made the ultimate sacrifice that day.
The Jeffrey Palazzo will execute Coast Guard missions across Oceania, including maritime security operations, search and rescue, countering illegal fishing, and strengthening partnerships with Pacific Island nations.
All Fast Response Cutters are named after an enlisted Coast Guard hero who performed extraordinary service in the line of duty. The newly commissioned cutter honors Palazzo’s memory and the legacy of all first responders who gave their lives on 9/11.

From the Addison, VT Fire Department: It is with deepest regret and great sorrow the Addison Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of 10-year member and current Second Assistant Chief, Phillip Stearns at the age of 49. He joined the department in 2016 and was elected as Captain in 2019. After 3 years as captain he was elected as Second Assistant Chief in 2022.
He also served as a member of the Vergennes Fire Department for 15 years starting as a cadet in 1993.
Phil was a dedicated member of the department, responding to almost every call we had. For the last several years he has had the most training hours in the department. He took pride in the department and was always willing to take on anything that was asked of him.
Phil’s dedication to make the department stronger was unmatched. His openness and willingness to teach others made him the person new members knew they could go to with any questions.
Chief Stearns will be greatly missed by the fire service and the community he served. The void he leaves will be impossible to fill.

Wellston, OK Firefighter Joe Flake died after suffering a medical issue at a brush fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Canaan currently has on order an International/Alexis rescue-pumper and an E-One Typhoon 1500/2500 pumper-tanker.

CONNECTICUT

Chester recently placed into service a 2025 Spartan/Marion 2000/1000 as Engine 1.

Georgetown has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Smeal 1500/500/75' RMA for Ladder 31.

MAINE

Brooks has placed into service a 1995 Spartan/Smeal 1500/1000 as Engine 1. It previously served with the Northfield Fire Company in Litchfield, CT.

MASSACHUSETTS

Essex has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth T-480/Fouts 1500/3000 for Tanker 1.

Marion has taken delivery of a 2025 International/Bulldog 4x4 300/750 brush breaker for Breaker 127.

Peabody has taken delivery of the 2nd 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/750 which will be assigned to Engine 5.

RHODE ISLAND

Cranston has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/1000 for Engine 6.

Newport recently acquired a 1988 Ford F-800/E-One air supply unit. It had previously served with the Anthony Fire District in Coventry.

VERMONT

Shaftsbury has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner/Toyne 1500/2400/30F pumper-tanker.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Officer David Taylor, 36, Died Evacuating Residents from Oklahoma Wildfire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Amesbury has placed an order with Greenwood EV for two (2) Spartan FC-94/E-One pumpers.

MAINE

Arundel has taken delivery of a 2026 Rosenbauer Commander 1500/2500/30A for Tank 47.

Lisbon has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/750 for Squad 8.

Mexico has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner M2-112/US Fire Apparatus 1500/1000/30F for Engine 20.

MASSACHUSETTS

Fall River has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Smeal 1500/750/75F for Engine 9.

Saugus has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1250/750 for Engine 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Hooksett has taken delivery of a 2026 International HX620/Alexis 1500/3000 for Tanker 2.

Manchester has taken delivery of a 2026 Rosenbauer Cobra 100' MM Tower for Truck 7.

RHODE ISLAND

Newport has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/780 for Engine 2.

VERMONT

Newport Ambulance has taken delivery of a 2026 Chevy/Crestline ambulance. It will be assigned to Newport 8.

MAINE

Hallowell has appointed Theodore Marshall as the new fire chief. He previously served with the Augusta Fire Department and the Maine Forest Service.

Sweden dedicates new multimillion-dollar fire station after decades of planning. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Wells has appointed Andrew R. Turcotte as the new fire chief. Prior to his appointment, he served with the Falmouth and Westbrook Fire Departments as well as LifeFlight of Maine.

MASSACHUSETTS

Lynn Engine 5, Ladder 1, and H-1 have moved back into their Fayette Street station after a 13 month long renovation.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Manchester retires 154-year-old fire alarm telegraph system. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Courtesy of the Saugus Firefighters Local 1003:
It is with the deepest sadness and regret that the Saugus Firefighters announce the passing of Lieutenant Damian M. Drella (Saugus K-7 & Citywide 251).
After 39 years of dedicated service to the Town of Saugus, Lieutenant Drella lost his courageous battle with occupational cancer.
An avid fire buff, fire photographer, and DC Rentals communications expert, Lieutenant Drella was well known and deeply respected throughout the Northeast and beyond. His service to Saugus began in 1987 as a part-time dispatcher. In 1991, he was appointed as a full-time firefighter by Town Manager Ed Collins.
Throughout his firefighting career, Lieutenant Drella earned several commendations for lifesaving actions, crisis mitigation, and evidence collection through photography. In 2025, he was awarded the Thomas R. Linskey Award of Merit, the highest departmental award a member can receive, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to the entire fire community through his photography and his dedication to sharing our stories.
Lieutenant Drella taught us all to never be afraid to “take the picture” — to capture the moment, create a lasting memory, and, often, share a much-needed laugh.
His dedication to the fire service, his friendship, his photographs, and the countless memories he created within our department, as a loving father and grandfather will live on for years to come.
His sacrifice and 39 years of service to the Town of Saugus and the fire service will never be forgotten.
God bless you Lieutenant, rest easy. We'll take it from here.

U.S. Forest Service Crew Member Randy Lupe, 62, from the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation in Arizona, died while working at the Frijoles Fire in NM. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Meaux-Nunez, LA Firefighter Robert Hughes and a passenger were ejected while responding to a call in his personal vehicle. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Dedham has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One custom pumper.

Plympton has placed an order with Greenwood EV for a Ford F-450/Horton ambulance.

Sudbury has placed an order with Bulldog Fire and Emergency Apparatus for a stock KME Panther 1500/1000 pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Bridgewater has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford/Horton ambulance.

Milford has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon 1500/470/100' RMA for Ladder 2 and a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton 4X4 ambulance for Medic 2.

MAINE

Norridgewock has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner/Pierce Responder 1250/1000 for Engine 22.

MASSACHUSETTS

Andover has taken delivery of a 2026 International MV/Horton ambulance for Ambulance 3.

Boston has taken delivery of six (6) 2026 E-One Typhoon 1250/560/30F pumpers for Engines 3, 4, 7, 16, 41 and 53.

Holliston has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Custom Trucks and Body Works 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Wilbraham has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan MetroStar/Spencer 1500/1250 for Engine 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Bedford has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Lee recently took delivery of a 2026 Spartan/KME 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Barrington has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 1.

VERMONT

Chittenden has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/E-One 1250/1500 for Engine 2.

The Taunton, MA Fire Department has announced the death of active duty firefighter Kyle A. Machado. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy.

The Marshfield, MA Fire Department has announced the death of active duty captain William Shields.

CONNECTICUT

Plainville has placed an order with Bulldog for two (2) Spartan FB-94/Fouts pumpers.

MASSACHUSETTS

Uxbridge has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 2000 GPM - 100' MM Tower.

RHODE ISLAND

Jamestown has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One 100' RM Quint.

Johnston has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One 100' RM Quint.

CONNECTICUT

Farmington recently acquired a 2009 Pierce Impel PUC pumper for spare Engine 8. It previously served in Bowleys Quarters, MD and Carroll Manor, MD.

West Redding has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan/Marion 1500/1000 for Squad 21.

MASSACHUSETTS

Agawam has taken delivery of two (2) 2026 Ford E-450/PL Custom ambulances.

Berlin has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Saber 1500/1500/25F for Engine 2.

Lancaster has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Road Rescue 4X4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

Princeton has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-450/Demers 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 3.

West Boylston has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth T-480/Fouts 4x4 1000/2000 for Tanker 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

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

MAINE

Bangor has appointed Deputy Chief Eric Pelletier as the new fire chief.