Falmouth Fire-EMs is seeking applicants for its annual Falmouth Fire-EMs scholarship, which recognizes students in the community who plan to continue post-secondary education in the field of firefighting, emergency medical services, nursing, or related fields. High school seniors who are Falmouth residents and have been accepted or are expected to enroll in a college or […]
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Falmouth’s proposed $18.9 million budget prioritizes future building projects
The $18.9 million spending plan includes $300,000 to launch a fund for major projects over the next 10 years, including expansions and renovations at the town’s two fire stations.
Falmouth deputy chief certified by national fire academy
Falmouth Deputy Fire Chief Colin Shea recently completed the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer certification program. The program is regarded as one of the most well-respected and reputable development programs for leaders in fire service, according to a press release from Falmouth Fire-EMS. For his capstone project, Shea developed a program on the department’s […]
House fire on Merrill Road requires all Falmouth Fire-EMS units
FALMOUTH — On the morning of Dec. 29, the Falmouth Fire-EMS Department responded to a call reporting an attic fire that had possibly spread to the roof of a residence on Merrill Road. The homeowner was able to evacuate safely after spotting the smoke and called 911. Three minutes after the call was made, Assistant […]
Falmouth manager refutes fire dept. veterans claim of unfavorable working conditions
Erik Knudsen and Sarah Beliveau said the work environment was untenable, but the town manager disagrees.
Letter: Falmouth EMT resignations cause for great concern
I am writing because I recently learned that Sarah Beliveau and Erik Knudsen, two longtime Falmouth EMTs, unexpectedly resigned. That is a cause for great concern. These two individuals have been with the Falmouth EMTs for decades. They are two of the “faces of Falmouth” that many of us have known about and worked with […]
Veteran firefighters tender back-to-back resignations in Falmouth
Erik Knudsen and Sarah Beliveau both submitted their resignations from the Falmouth Fire Department on Oct. 26.
Back-to-back resignations from Falmouth Fire Department
Erik Knudsen and Sarah Beliveau both submitted their resignations from the Falmouth Fire Department on Oct. 26.
Letter: Falmouth firefighters’ resignations equal ‘huge loss’
Yesterday I learned of the sudden resignation of Erik Knudsen and Sarah Beliveau from the Falmouth Fire Department. I am writing to express sadness for the town and concern that these two incredibly dedicated public servants felt compelled to take such action. In all the years I have known them it would have been inconceivable […]
Falmouth Fire Dept. publishes safety tips for outdoor fire pits
The increasing popularity of the unregulated pits leads to concerns about their use.