Leighton Township Fire Department

06/06/2026

Thornapple Fire Department is hiring one full-time firefighter/paramedic.

We will consider firefighter/EMTs who are currently enrolled in a paramedic program and will be licensed as a paramedic within one year of the start date.

See the flyer for further information!

06/05/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE ALERT 🚧

Next week Leighton and Dorr Township areas are experiencing road construction and closures that may impact travel times and emergency response routes.

We encourage all residents and visitors to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow posted detour signs. Please avoid driving around barricades or entering closed roadways, as these areas may pose safety hazards to motorists, construction crews, and emergency responders.

Our firefighters, EMS personnel, and mutual aid partners are aware of the closures and have adjusted response plans to continue providing the highest level of service .

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as these improvements are completed. Your safety remains our top priority.

🚒 Stay Safe • Stay Alert • Plan Ahead

06/04/2026

Congratulations to all Firefighter graduates 2026!!! Thank you for putting on a great class instructors Derek Olsen and Jon Timmers. 🚒🇺🇸

06/03/2026

What a great way to wrap up the school year!

Today, our firefighters had the opportunity to spend part of the day at Paris Ridge Elementary’s Field Day, giving students a chance to check out our fire trucks, tools, and equipment up close. We also helped everyone stay cool by providing some much-needed water fun as groups finished their Field Day activities.

It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces, answer questions about the fire service, and connect with students, staff, and families in our community. Thank you to Paris Ridge Elementary for inviting us to be part of such a fun event!

We hope everyone has a safe, happy, and well-deserved summer break! 🚒💦😎

06/03/2026

🚒 Training Night: Low-Angle Rescue Operations 🚒

This week, Leighton firefighters participated in a low-angle rescue training exercise designed to strengthen our technical rescue and patient care skills. The training included establishing anchor points, utilizing rescue ropes and knots, safely lowering and raising rescuers, and packaging and treating a simulated downed victim.

These realistic scenarios allow our firefighters to practice critical techniques in a controlled environment, helping ensure we are prepared when called upon to assist in challenging rescue situations.

A special thank you to Allegan Central Dispatch helping make the training more realistic and effective. Working together strengthens our capabilities and enhances the service we provide to our communities.

Training like this builds confidence, sharpens skills, and reinforces our commitment to providing the highest level of service when emergencies happen.🚒🇺🇸

06/02/2026

🚒 Retirement Announcement 🚒

This week, the Leighton Township Fire Department proudly recognizes and celebrates Captain Randy Cotts as he retires after 26 years of dedicated service to our community.

Over the past 26 years, Randy has served as a firefighter, EMT, and Captain, answering the call whenever needed and making a lasting difference in the lives of countless residents. His commitment, leadership, and dedication to public service have been an inspiration to those who have had the privilege to serve alongside him.

As Randy closes this chapter, he and his wife, Susan, are embarking on a new adventure and pursuing their dream of living in Grand Haven along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan.

Captain Cotts, thank you for your years of service, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to the Leighton Township community. We are grateful for everything you have done and the legacy you leave behind.

Please join us in congratulating Randy on his retirement and wishing him and Susan many years of happiness, health, and enjoyment in this exciting new chapter!

👏🚒 Congratulations, Captain Randy Cotts! Enjoy your well-earned retirement! 🚒👏

05/30/2026

Congratulations on your retirement, Steve!♥️🚑🇺🇸

Congratulations to Steven Deyarmond on his retirement after 30 years of service in the Wayland Area EMS system! Steve started as a medical first responder in Salem 30 years ago, got his EMT and Specialist license, and 15 years ago got his Paramedic license. He has been working 25 plus hours a week for Wayland Area EMS on top of his full-time job for many many years. We cannot thank Steve enough for his dedication and the countless hours that he has put in. He has made an impact on many lives, giving his all and coming back after even those very hard calls that make us wonder why we do this job. Thanks also to his wife Melody Deyarmond and kids Derrick DeYarmond and Celeste Deyarmond who shared Steve with us all these years! We are very proud of Steve for the time that he has dedicated to serving his community and wish him many blessings as he enjoys retirement!

05/29/2026