Maynard Fire Department

09/07/2026

Today, we honor the hard work and dedication of all who keep our communities moving forward. At Maynard, we are especially proud of our incredible volunteers who balance school, full-time jobs, and busy family lives, yet still devote countless hours to serving and protecting Marcy.

Your commitment, sacrifice, and passion for helping others represent the true spirit of Labor Day. We are so grateful for each and every one of you, and for the support of the community that makes our mission possible.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and happy Labor Day!

09/05/2026

Join us on Saturday, September 19th for our Chicken BBQ beginning at noon at Maynard Fire Department!

Stop by for great food, support your local firefighters, and enjoy a fun day in the community. We’ll also be hosting an Open House, so come check out the fire department, meet our members, and learn more about what we do.

📍 9500 Maynard Dr, Marcy, NY
📅 Saturday, September 19th
🕛 Begins at Noon
🍗 Chicken BBQ
🚒 Open House — Come Visit the Fire Department!

09/04/2026

There are some gestures that are difficult to put into words, and this is certainly one of them.

To our brothers and sisters at Yorkville Fire & Hose Co. Inc. and the entire Morosco family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. To have a flag donated by the Morosco family now flying from Maynard’s Tower 1 in memory of Chief Nick Morosco is an honor that means more to our department than we could ever adequately express.

Chief Morosco left behind far more than a title or years of service. He left behind a legacy of friendship, brotherhood, dedication, and genuine love for the fire service and the people in it. Knowing how excited Nick was for Maynard when he learned that our department would be getting a Tower Ladder makes seeing his flag flying from it today incredibly special.

But perhaps one of the greatest reflections of Nick’s legacy is the family he left behind. The kindness, generosity, and friendship the Morosco family has shown us speaks volumes about the kind of man he was and the values he carried throughout his life. We are humbled that they chose to share something so meaningful with our department.

The fire service has a way of turning neighboring departments into friends and friends into family. Yorkville and the Morosco family are a beautiful reminder of exactly that.

Chief Morosco may no longer be here to see Tower 1 himself, but a piece of him will now ride with us. We will fly this flag with tremendous pride and always remember the man and the family behind it.

From all of us at Maynard, thank you. This is something we will cherish for many years to come.

08/30/2026

The Maynard Fire Department extends our deepest condolences to the Sylvan Beach Fire Department following the tragic passing of 3rd Assistant Chief Ryan Voorhies.

Our hearts are with his family, friends, and fellow firefighters during this unimaginable time. May his legacy of service and dedication live on through all those whose lives he touched.

It is with heavy hearts and extreme difficulty that we pass along the tragic and untimely death of 3rd Assistant Fire Chief Ryan Voorhies. Ryan was fatally injured in a UTV accident last night in Lewis County. Please keep Ryan's wife Katie, son Gabe, son Logan and his entire family in your thoughts. Services will be posted when available.

08/30/2026

The Maynard Fire Department was proud to once again stand by for SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s annual “Fire & Ice” tradition, welcoming the newest class of Wildcats to campus.

Each year, incoming students gather for this special tradition, lighting candles before casting them into a bonfire to symbolize new beginnings, unity, and the start of their journey at SUNY Poly. Our members were honored to help light the fire and remain on scene throughout the event to ensure everyone could safely enjoy the evening.

Thank you to SUNY Polytechnic Institute for allowing us to be part of such a meaningful tradition and for continuing to include our department in these memorable moments. Welcome to Marcy, Wildcats!

📸 Photos courtesy of: Jacob Cronk Photography

08/28/2026

08/26/2026

08/20/2026

On this day in 1970, Maynard Fire Department assisted at a serious motor vehicle crash on Route 12 at Deerfield Hill. More than five decades later, stories like this remind us of the generations of volunteer firefighters who came before us and the legacy of service they left behind.

Maynard Fire Department has always been built on volunteers willing to step forward and make a difference. If you’ve ever considered joining the fire service, there’s no better time to become part of the team, and one day, part of our department’s history.

Thank you to the Utica Fire Department Historical Society, for preserving and sharing this piece of local fire service history.

08/17/2026

Safe Schools Mohawk Valley is grateful for the time and participation of these supporting agencies in this year’s ULI: First Responder Academy.

We can’t wait to share what our student participants will be experiencing over the next two weeks. Stay tuned!



Oneida County Sheriff's Office
City of Utica, NY Police Department
Maynard Fire Department
The City of Utica, NY
Utica City School District

08/17/2026

Today, members of the Maynard Fire Department’s Bunk-In Program took part in hands-on training focused on search and rescue operations.

Our bunk-ins worked through search scenarios, practicing room sweeps, victim location and removal, communication, and maintaining orientation while operating in limited-visibility conditions. The training also incorporated RIT operations and techniques for locating and removing a downed firefighter.

Since its founding in 2019, our Bunk-In Program has provided local college students with the opportunity to live at Station 1 while serving as active members of our department. Along with responding to fire and EMS calls, regular hands-on training like today’s helps our bunk-ins build their skills, confidence, and teamwork while gaining valuable real-world experience.