From Chief Ken Jones of the Meredith, NH Fire Department: It is with deep regret that Chief Ken Jones of the Meredith Fire Department announces the passing of Captain, and LRMFA retired Lieutenant, Dave Parker. Captain Parker was an active member of the Meredith Fire Department starting December 1, 1998 as a firefighter. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 2001 and promoted to Meredith Fire Central Station Captain in 2016, where he served until the time of his passing. In addition, Captain Parker served as a lieutenant at Lakes Region Mutual Fire Aid from August 4, 2002 through is retirement on August 30th, 2024. Captain Parker was instrumental in bringing the Meredith Fire Department into the computer age. He managed the informational technology programs utilized by the fire department and the programing of the mobile and portable radios. As Central Station Captain, he managed the personnel assigned to Central Station and was an "all apparatus operator." Fire Chief Ken Jones and the members of the Meredith Fire Department wish to extend their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Captain David Parker and he will be greatly missed.

It is with deep regret that Chief Ken Jones of the Meredith Fire Department announces the passing of retired Meredith Fire Chief Frederic (Fred) Copp. Chief Copp started his career with the Meredith Fire Department in 1960. He was promoted to call Fire Chief in 1982 and later become the first career fire chief in 1986, where he served until his retirement in 1996. Fire Chief Ken Jones and the members of the Meredith Fire Department wish to extend their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Retired Chief Fredeick "Fred" Cobb and he will be greatly missed.

Ford County, KS, Firefighter Paramedic William 'Liam' Price Suffers Medical Issue, Dies on Duty. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Goffstown Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 1500/1000 pumper.

MAINE

Old Town Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2026 Ford E450/PL Custom Medallion Type III ambulance for Ambulance 379.

York Village Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Saber 1500/1000 for Engine 4.

MASSACHUSETTS

Middleton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 KME Severe Service 1500/1000/20F for Engine 1.

Taunton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon Metro LTH 100’ RMA for Ladder 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Pascoag Fire Department in Burrillville has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Medix ambulance for Rescue 4.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Lebanon Fire Department has occupied their new headquarters station located at 12 South Park Street.

VERMONT

Newbury Center Fire Department recently occupied their new station located 60 Chapel Street, which is the site of the previous fire station.

Retired Abington, MA Firefighter Charles Whitman Jr. passed away on Sunday, April 12th. Courtesy Abington Fire Department: "“Charlie” served on the department for 41 years when he retired in 2010. He was known for his old school meals for the duty crew, which he cooked and served each group he worked with. Charlie was a third generation firefighter for Abington following in the footsteps of his father Charles Sr. and his grandfather who served as the Abington Fire Chief from 1952-57. Our sincere condolences to Charlie’s friends and loved ones."

CONNECTICUT

Fairfield Fire Department has placed an order with Firematic for a Pierce Enforcer 100' tiller.

CONNECTICUT

New Hartford Ambulance has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/Demers ambulance for NH-1.

MAINE

Bowdoinham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Spartan FC94/Fouts 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

MASSACHUSETTS

Danvers Fire Department has acquired a 1994 Pierce Saber 1000/750 for use as a spare engine. It previously served in Carver and Salem, NH.

Franklin Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Spartan/Toyne 1500/1000/25F for Engine 4.

Lenox Ladder 165's 2025 Pierce Enforcer 2000/430/100' RMA has been completed at the Pierce factory and will be delivered to the department following the FDIC show in Indianapolis.

Waltham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon Metro 100' RMA for Ladder 2.

Westminster Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 KME Severe Service 1500/1000 for Engine 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Epping Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Spartan/Fouts pumper for Engine 1.

Exeter Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford E-450/Wheeled Coach ambulance for Ambulance 1. The current Ambulance 1 will become Ambulance 2, with the current Ambulance 2 being retired.

New Hampton Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Spartan FC-94/E-One 1250/1000 for Engine 1 and a 2026 Ford F-550/E-One 1250/300 for Engine 3.

Peterborough Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Middletown Fire Department has taken delivery of two (2) 2025 Pierce Saber 1500/750 pumpers for Engine 1 and Engine 2.

Narragansett Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Dodge Ram 5500/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 1.

Tiverton Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-450/Medix 4x4 ambulance for Rescue 2.

West Gloucester Fire Department recently placed into service a 2025 Ford F-450/Medix 4x4 ambulance as Medic 3.

CONNECTICUT

The Cromwell Fire Department has created 4 full time captain positions which will increase their shift staffing to 9.

MASSACHUSETTS

Boston Deputy Chief Rodney Marshall has been selected to be the next Fire Commissioner of the Boston Fire Department.

Lenox Fire Department has occupied their new headquarters station at the Public Safety Complex located at 227 Housatonic Street.

MAINE

More volunteer firefighters in Walkes resign after chief refuses to quit; town opens independent investigation. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Southborough, Westborough Fire Departments will explore becoming one. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Amoskeag Reserve Engine Company Annual Fundraiser
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Key Specifications: The action is an Over/Under configuration. The gauge is 12 Gauge. The barrels measure 26 inches. The chamber accepts up to 3-inch shells. The barrels have a blued finish. The stock and forend are oiled Turkish walnut. It uses a single selective trigger. Includes five interchangeable chokes (C, IC, M, IM, F). Equipped with a brass bead front sight. The receiver is an engraved 7075 aluminum design. Well-suited for upland hunting and sporting clays, the Cavalry SVE combines traditional walnut aesthetics with a feature set geared toward practical field use. Its combination of interchangeable chokes, a selective single trigger and auto ejectors provides straightforward, dependable operation for shooters who value honest performance and classic styling.

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Drawing Date: May 30th, 2026. You do not need to be present to win.
1st place winner must pick up the Shotgun at SiroTac.
2nd and 3rd place prizes can be shipped directly to the winner.

Nashua, NH Fire Alarm Supervisor Samantha Allen passed away. Courtesy Nashua Fire/Rescue: "Sam was a dedicated and valued member of Nashua Fire Rescue who served the department with unwavering commitment. She took great pride in her role and was deeply passionate about supporting the mission of public safety. Her professionalism, compassion, and kindness has left a lasting impression on her colleagues and the community she served. Sam loved being part of Nashua Fire Rescue, and her presence will be profoundly missed, her contributions to our organization and her care for those around her will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sam’s family during this incredibly difficult time, especially her children. Nashua Fire Rescue stands ready to support them in any way possible."

Retired Lawrence Fire Department Fire Alarm Superintendent and Vietnam Veteran Frank Ahearn passed away on April 4th at the age of 80. CLICK FOR OBITUARY

Retired Manchester, NH Fire Chief Andre Parent passed away. Courtesy of Manchester Professional Firefighters: "Chief Parent dedicated 36 years of his life to the fire service, including 34 years in Manchester, serving with unwavering commitment, pride, and loyalty to this job and to every member who wore the badge alongside him. Rising through the ranks from firefighter to officer and ultimately, Chief Parent never lost sight of what mattered most — the men. He was a true union firefighter at heart. No matter the rank on his collar, he never let the members feel unheard. He stood for fairness, fought for his people, and carried the weight of leadership with integrity and respect. His door was always open, his word meant something, and his presence made this department stronger. Chief Parent's legacy is not just in the years he served, but in the culture he helped build — one of brotherhood, accountability, and pride in the job. We extend our deepest condolences to the Parent family, his friends, and all who had the honor of serving alongside him. Rest easy, Chief. We've got it from here."

Retired Somerville, MA Firefighter Thomas J. Foster passed away on March 31st. Firefighter Foster was appointed on December 10, 1959 and retired on January 20, 1991.

Retired Lawrence, MA Firefighter Paul Sirois passed away on March 29th at the age of 76. CLICK FOR OBITUARY

Walnuttown, PA Fire and Rescue Chief Jeffory L. Buck and Assistant Chief Robert R. Shick were operating a UTV when it was involved in a head-on crash with a car. Both members died from their injuries. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

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

Peabody Fire Department has 2 Pierce pumpers entering production. Expected delivery is fall/late 2026.

Worcester Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for two (2) E-One 100' RMA ladder trucks and one E-One custom pumper.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Belmont Fire Department has placed an order with Lakes Region for a stock HME Ahrens-Fox 1871 pumper with 1500 GPM pump and 1000 gallon water tank.

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

VERMONT

Barre Town Fire Department has placed an order with Lakes Region for a Spartan FC-94/Alexis 1500/1000 pumper.

CONNECTICUT

Norwalk Fire Department recently placed into service a 2025 Freightliner M2/Hackney/Gowans-Knight walk around rescue as Tac 2.

MASSACHUSETTS

Barnstable Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 2000/750 for Engine 3.

Boston Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/SVI light rescue for H2, the Special Unit.

Egremont Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner SD108/Rosenbauer AWD 1250/1800/30F for Engine 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Harmony Fire Department in Gloucester has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-350/Crestline ambulance for Rescue 2. The current Rescue 2 will be reassigned to Rescue 6.

MAINE

Rockland Assistant Chief Mikial Mazzeo has retired after 38 years of service.

Sweden Fire Department recently occupied their new fire station located at 149 Bridgton Road.

MASSACHUSETTS

Taunton Fire Department is in the process of moving into their new Headquarters station located at 90 Country Street.

Worcester Engine 8's 2010 E-One was recently permanently removed from service for mechanical reasons. Spare Engine 22's 2007 Seagrave 1500/500/45F was assigned to the company and has been renumbered as such.

Worcester Firefighter Thomas Valentine has retired after 32 years of service.

Vermont Division of Fire Safety Public Education Section Chief and Assistant State Fire Marshal Micheal Greenia has passed away after battling cancer.

York, ME Ambulance Paramedic Rory Putnam has passed away after a long battle with heart disease.

Retired Lawrence, MA Firefighter Lawrence Retelle Sr passed away on March 31st at the age of 95. CLICK FOR OBITUARY

Retired Somerville, MA Firefighter Donald J. Sullivan passed away on March 27th. Per the department's announcement, Firefighter Sullivan was appointed on December 26, 1967 and retired on August 18, 1977. He served on the Somerville Fire Department along with his brothers, Kevin and Patrick, and was the uncle of retired Chief Patrick Sullivan III.

Retired Billerica, MA Firefighter Ronald DePari has passed away.

CONNECTICUT

Branford Fire Department has on order with Firematic a Pierce Enforcer 100' MM Tower.

Simsbury Fire Department has on order with 4-Guys an Urban interface/backup pumper built on a Freightliner M2-108 4x4 chasis. Delivery expected in 2028.

Southbury Fire Department has on order with 4-Guys twin rescue pumpers built on Spartan chassis' with 2000 GPM pumps and 1000 gallon water tanks. Delivery expected in 2028.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

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

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

Pelham Fire Department has placed an order with 4-Guys for a 3000 gallon tanker built on a Kenworth T880 chassis. Delivery is expected sometime in 2028.

CONNECTICUT

Branford Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Pierce Impel PUC 1500/750 for Engine 1. The current Engine 1 will be renumbered as Engine 9.

MASSACHUSETTS

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

Somerset Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Typhoon eMax for Engine 8.

The Western Mass Regional Technical Rescue Team has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-650 custom built utility rescue for Truck 11. It will be housed at Holyoke Station 5.

Westwood Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 E-One Typhoon 2000/500/30F/100’ RMA for Ladder 1.

Windsor Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner 108SD/Rosenbauer AWD 1000/2000 for Engine 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Danville Fire Department recently acquired a 2013 Ford E-450/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 2. It previously served with the Kingston NH Fire Department.

VERMONT

Waterford Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner M2 106/Metalfab 1250/2000 for Tanker 1.

Retired Mattapoisett, MA Fire Chief Ronald Scott passed away on March 22nd.

Goldsby, OK Volunteer Firefighters Bryan Jenkins, 64, and Todd Pendleton, 62, died in a motor vehicle accident while operating a fire department tanker. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

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

Franklin Fire Department has purchased a 2025 Spartan/Toyne 1500/1000/25F demo, which will be designated Engine 4. The unit will replace Engine 3 and is expected to be delivered sometime in late April.

CONNECTICUT

Electric Boat Fire Department in Groton has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Rescue 1 light rescue for D-26.

Northfield Fire Department in Litchfield has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan MetroStar ER 1500/1000 for Engine 1.

MAINE

Portland Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Braun ambulance for MEDCU 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Fall River Fire has purchased a 2001 International 4900/Valley rescue for use as an air supply unit. It previously served in New Ipswich, NH.

Onset Fire Department in Wareham has taken delivery of a 2026 Rosenbauer Commander 1500/750/40A for Engine 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Litchfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2024 Ford F-550/2026 E-One 1250/300/20A for Squad 1.

Twin Mountain Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford E-450/AEV ambulance for Ambulance 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Tiverton Fire Department has placed into service a 2026 KME 1500/1000 as Engine 3.

MASSACHUSETTS

Haverhill Fire- State Set to Gift Route 97 land for new Haverhill Fire Station to serve outlying areas. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Marlborough Fire Department recently appointed Jeffrey Gogan as the new fire chief. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Middleton Fire Department has occupied their new fire station located at 99 South Main Street.

Williamstown Fire Department has occupied their new fire station located at 850 Main Street.

Chicago, IL Firefighter Michael Altman died from injuries received in a building collapse. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

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

CONNECTICUT

Lebanon Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan Metro Star ER 1500/1000/20F for Engine-Tank 106.

Marlborough Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Spartan MEuropean Star ER 1500/1000 for Engine-Tank 117.

MASSACHUSETTS

Dover Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 KME Severe Service 2000/650/50F for Engine 1.

Manchester By The Sea Fire Department has purchased a 2004 E-One Typhoon 1250/750 that previously served in Lynnfield.

Westfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Velocity 1250/770 for Engine 3.

Whitman Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Life Line 4X4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

RHODE ISLAND

Western Coventry Fire District has placed into service a 2002 Ferrara Inferno 1500/2000 as Tanker 9. It previously served in Back Creek Valley, West Virginia.

MASSACHUSETTS

Cambridge Fire Department has placed into service an air supply unit. Department shops mounted a non-walk through body onto Special Service's former 2013 Ford F-550 chassis.

Retired Winthrop, MA Firefighter Thomas Benson passed away.

Retired Cambridge, MA Deputy Chief Stanley Kotowski passed away.

Lynn, MA retired Firefighter James Desilets passed away on March 4th at the age of 78. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Caddo Parish, LA, Fire District 1 Deputy Chief Scott Durfee, 54, Stricken after Training, Dies. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Butler County, MO, Firefighter Jackson Warren Killed in Fire Apparatus Rollover. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Surry Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Ford F-550/Skeeter brush truck.

CONNECTICUT

Noank Fire Department in Groton has taken delivery of a 2026 HME Ahrens Fox 1871 - 1500/1000 for Engine 1 (G-41).

The University of Connecticut Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth T-480/Fouts walk-in rescue for Special Hazards 2.

MAINE

Norway Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Pierce Saber 1500/1000 for Engine 1.

MASSACHUSETTS

Ashburnham Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Ford F-550/Horton 4X4 ambulance for Rescue 2.

Woburn Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/500/105' RMA for Ladder 2.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Hampton Falls Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Toyne 1250/300 for Engine 3.

RHODE ISLAND

East Burrillville has taken delivery of a 2025 Spartan 1500/3000 for Engine 11.

MASSACHUSETTS

Melrose Engine 2 has been relocated to Headquarters on Main Street while the Tremont Street fire station undergoes renovations and expansion.

Woburn Fire Department has appointed George Poole as the new fire chief Thomas Graham as the new deputy fire chief.

CONNECTICUT

Norwich repossesses fire trucks from Yantic volunteer Fire Department. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Local fire chiefs say they’re struggling to meet demand with low staff, tight budgets. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Retired Cambridge, MA Firefighter Stephen W. Burke passed away.

Former Pownal, VT Fire Chief Murray Lewis Jr. passed away.

Tri-Lakes, TX, Firefighter Jeff Derrick Dies after Being Overcome With Smoke at Brush Fire. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

MASSACHUSETTS

Devens Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood Emergency Vehicles for an E-One Typhoon pumper.

RHODE ISLAND

Union Fire District in South Kingstown has placed an order with Greenwood Emergency Vehicles for an E-One 100' RM ladder truck.

MAINE

Rockland Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 E-One Cyclone 1500 GPM pumper for Engine 2.

Skowhegan Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Saber 1500/2500 for Engine 12.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Concord Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/PL Custom ambulance for Ambulance 5.

Errol Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/Metalfab for Engine-Tanker 2.

Nashua Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Pierce Enforcer 1500/750 for Engine 2.

RHODE ISLAND

Smithfield Fire Department has acquired a 1992 E-One Protector 1250/500 for use as a spare engine. It previously served in Swansea, MA.

MAINE

Scarborough and Old Orchard Beach explore significant communications upgrade. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Retired Lynn, MA Fire Alarm Operator Richard W. Cutts passed away.

MAINE

Jackman-Moose River Fire Department has acquired a 2011 Spartan Gladiator/Darley 1250 GPM pumper-tanker that had previously served in Huffman, TX.

Kingfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/Midwest Fire 1500/2000 for Tanker 194.

Lamoine recently took delivery of a 2025 International/Metalfab 1500/2500 for Tanker 401.

Prospect Fire Department has purchased a 1997 Pierce Quantum pumper-tanker. The unit was refurbished in 2007 and previously served with the Great Bend, PA Fire Department.

VERMONT

Richmond Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner/Toyne 1250/500 walk around rescue for Rescue 1.

Active Duty Worcester, MA Captain Jason Couture of Ladder 1 passed away unexpectedly.

Active Duty Boston Firefighter William G. Carey of Rescue 2 passed away from line of duty cancer.

Stoughton, MA Retired firefighter and PFFM Legislative Agent Emeritus John W. “Stretch” Fallon passed away.

Millbury, MA retired Assistant Fire Chief Raymond Hobin Jr passed away.

Former Winslow, ME Fire Chief Charles Theobald passed away.

MASSACHUSETTS

Bellingham Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Ford F-550/Road Rescue ambulance.

Essex Fire Department has placed an order with Bulldog Fire/Emergency Apparatus for a Kenworth T-480/Fouts 1500/3000 tanker.

Norwood Fire Department has placed an order with Greenwood EV for an E-One 110' RMA.

CONNECTICUT

North Haven Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Sutphen 2000/580/30F/75' RMA for Truck 4.

North Thompsonville Fire in Enfield has taken delivery of a 2025 Spartan/Marion 1500/750 for Engine 41.

Oxford Center Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Pierce Arrow XT walk around heavy rescue for Rescue 44.

Woodbridge Fire Department has purchased a 2025 Rosenbauer Commander T-Rex 2000/300 115’ MMA for Tower 1. It had originally been purchased by Easton, Mass.

MAINE

Falmouth Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Sutphen/Dingee 1500/2000 for Tank 4.

MASSACHUSETTS

Hyannis Fire Department has purchased a 1999 Spartan Walk-In Rescue for use as a dive rescue truck. It previously served in Alta, Iowa.

Lancaster Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Kenworth/Fouts 1500/2000 for Tanker 17.

VERMONT

Barre City has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F550/Osage ambulance for Ambulance 2.

Highgate Fire Department has purchased a 2007 Freightliner/Helie 1250/1800 for Engine 3.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Effingham Engine 1's 2015 HME Siverfox has returned to service after being refurbished and has been reassigned as Engine 4.

Gloucester, MA retired Lieutenant Dan Kennedy passed away from injuries received in a vehicle accident. Dan had only recently retired and was known for his work with veterans and mental health.

Fall River, MA retired Lieutenant Thomas Moore passed away on February 9th. CLICK FOR OBITUARY

Cambridge, MA retired Firefighter Joseph S. Pimental passed away at the age of 87.

White Level NC Firefighter/Safety Officer Dale Malone, 66, died after suffering a medical emergency in a department vehicle. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

CONNECTICUT

Westfield Fire in Middletown has placed an order with Firematic for a Pierce Velocity 1500/300/100' RM tower.

MASSACHUSETTS

Westford Fire Department has placed an order with Fleetmasters for a Seagrave Marauder 1500/750 pumper.

VERMONT

Guilford Fire Department has placed an order with Allegiance for a Pierce Enforcer 2000 gallon pumper-tanker.

MAINE

Corinna Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Freightliner/E-One 1500/1000 for Engine 351.

Kennbunkport Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Darley 1500/300/CAFFS for Squad 11.

Otisfield Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2026 Freightliner M2/E-One 1500/1000 for Engine 4.

MASSACHUSETTS

Brewster Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Life Line 4x4 ambulance for Ambulance 1.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Barrington Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550 ambulance (unknown manufacturer of body at this time) for Ambulance 1.

Kingston Fire Department recently took delivery of a 2025 Ford F-550/Braun Chief XL ambulance for Ambulance 2.

RHODE ISLAND

East Burrillville Fire Department has taken delivery of a 2025 Ford F-500/PL Custom ambulance for Rescue 1.

CONNECTICUT

Norwich suspends Yantic Fire Department due to contract dispute. CLICK FOR ARTICLE

U.S. COAST GUARD

The U.S. Coast Guard is to commission the next Fast Response Cutter, USCGC Frederick Mann (WPC 1160), in Kodiak, Alaska on February 13th.