August 23, 2008

Retired Acushnet Fire Chief Arsene Cusson celebrated his 90th birthday on Saturday, August 23, 2008.  To help him celebrate the occasion, members of the Acushnet Fire Rescue Department, as well as the Rochester, Fairhaven, and Mattapoisett Fire Departments held an apparatus parade for Chief Cusson's review before having cake and ice cream with the Chief and his friends.  Below are photos from the event.

Congratulations Chief, and best wishes on many more happy years!

December 9, 2007

The Acushnet Fire / Rescue Department hosted its annual Christmas Sing-along with the lighting of the Christmas display on Sunday, December 9, 2007.  Santa Claus paid a special visit to the fire station to greet the children of Acushnet.  Thanks to Ed Pepin for providing the photos.

October 14, 2007

The Acushnet Fire  / Rescue Department hosted its annual Open House, which served as the culmination of National Fire Prevention Week.  The highlight of the event was the dedication of the newest fire truck in the fleet, Squad 2, in memory of Capt. John Worthington.  A former member of the Acushnet Finance Committee and a 20-year veteran of the Acushnet Fire / Rescue Department, Capt. Worthington passed away in 1987.  Members of his family were on hand for the dedication ceremony.  A bronze plaque with Capt. Worthington's name and years of service has been permanently mounted above the pump panel on Squad 2. 

Immediately following the dedication ceremony, visitors were able to explore the brand new fire truck and some of its many capabilities.  A Jaws-of-Life demonstration was conducted and visitors were also given the chance to put out "practice" fires with the new Fire Extinguisher training prop.  Pizza and refreshments were provided by Papa Ginos.

Below are photos from the days events.

July 27, 2007

The Acushnet Fire / Rescue Department is set to take delivery of a brand new rescue pumper that will be designated "Squad 2."  The truck, a 2007 International/Smeal rescue pumper, was manufactured by Smeal Fire Apparatus located in Nebraska.  On a recent trip to the manufacturing plant, Chief Gallagher performed a final inspection on the vehicle prior to its delivery to the local dealer.  Below are some preview photos of the new, state-of-the-art fire truck.

July, 2007

After encountering problems with the tank dump system on the front of Tanker 1, Captain Mike Rothwell used some old fashioned Irish ingenuity to construct a special pipe to be fitted onto the front mounted pump of Tanker 1 to ease in the tank release operation.  Below are photos of the pipe being used during a drill.

July 4th, 2007 Parade - Freetown, MA

Acushnet Engine 5 participated in the 2007 - 4th of July Parade in Freetown, MA.  Firefighters Paul Frysinger and Peter Giampa took part in the parade with E-5.

Christmas 2006 in Acushnet

Photos of this year's Christmas display at Acushnet Fire Headquarters on Russell and Main Streets.  Also, Fairhaven firefighters assisted town officials with the hanging of a large Christmas wreath on the Parting Ways building in the town's center.

ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE

OCTOBER 15, 2006

On Sunday October 15, 2006, the Acushnet Fire/Rescue Department held their annual Open House, which is the culmination of Fire Prevention week in town.  Firefighters demonstrated many different aspects of their job, including the use of fire extinguishers, as well as hydraulic rescue tools and personal protective equipment worn by firefighters.  Visitors were able to watch firefighters use the Jaws-of-Life to cut open a damaged car, and the younger children learned valuable fire safety tips.  Free pizza was provided by Papa Ginos.

TANKER 1 REPAINTED

Tanker 1 recently received a brand new paint scheme and new graphics.  In addition to the new graphics on both the driver and passenger side doors, new graphics were also applied to the rear of the truck.

Click here to read a full description of Tanker 1.

STATION 2 RENOVATION

Fire Station #2 in the north end was recently renovated.  The center pillar between the two apparatus bay doors was removed, and a brand new, double-wide bay door was installed to accommodate larger fire apparatus in the future.  Along with the new door, the station received a coat of bright red trim on all of the windows as well as the roof-mounted siren.  New lighting and lettering was also installed on the front of the station.  (Below left, Station 2 as it currently appears.  Below right, Station 2 prior to renovation.)

LOCAL FIRE CHIEFS MEET WITH LEGISLATORS

Fire Chiefs from around Bristol County met with legislators at the Sate House on March 7, 2006 to discuss issues of importance to the fire service.

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