After 10 years with Cataldo Atlantic Ambulance providing services for Swampscott and Marblehead, both towns have finalized a contract with Beauport Ambulance Service Inc., which is scheduled to assume emergency services for the communities effective Saturday. Swampscott Fire Chief Graham Archer explained how the development will benefit both communities going … [Read more...] about Marblehead, Swampscott make ambulance shift
Marblehead Fire Department
Fire Department refreshes driver training for safety
The Fire Department refreshed groups’ driver’s training through the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course — a program designed to ensure that firefighters safely and effectively operate emergency vehicles in the community. Chief Jason R. Gilliland said the training is a refresher for all groups, to ensure the team knows what to do when operating large vehicles — especially in … [Read more...] about Fire Department refreshes driver training for safety
Captain Tom Rice retires after 25 years of dedicated service to Marblehead Fire Department
The Marblehead Fire Department would like to congratulate and honor Captain Tom Rice on his retirement, effective Friday, after 25 years of distinguished service to the Town. Rice was appointed to the department in 2000, graduating from Recruit Class 140 in 2001. He rose through the ranks, becoming lieutenant in 2009 and captain in 2018. For six years, he also served as the … [Read more...] about Captain Tom Rice retires after 25 years of dedicated service to Marblehead Fire Department
Marblehead Fire Department hosts Beat the Heat event in scorching heatwave
Marblehead Fire Department (MFD) hosted its Beat the Heat event at the Judy and Gene Jacobi Community Center Tuesday afternoon, bringing community members together to run and play under water hoses connected to MFD fire trucks in light of the recent heat wave. MFD Chief Jason Gilliland said these Beat the Heat events happen “once or twice a year, depending on the heat,” as … [Read more...] about Marblehead Fire Department hosts Beat the Heat event in scorching heatwave
Man rescued after fall at Chandler Hovey Park
Emergency crews rescued a man late Sunday morning after he fell 15 to 20 feet from rocks at Chandler Hovey Park, suffering a head injury. The incident occurred at approximately 11:55 a.m. near Lighthouse Lane, where the man landed on the rocky shoreline. Officials said the man was conscious and alert when responders arrived. Marblehead Fire Department crews used a Stokes … [Read more...] about Man rescued after fall at Chandler Hovey Park