North Berwick Rescue

North Berwick Rescue North Berwick Rescue is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1980 and provides EMS services to citizens of the Town of North Berwick, Maine.

North Berwick Rescue is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1980. We provide Emergency Medical Service to approximately 4,300 citizens and its visitors. North Berwick Rescue consists of 20 part time and per-diem personnel. Last year North Berwick Rescue responded to approximately 550 calls. We operate one ambulance which is licensed at the basic level and permitted to the paramedic level, a support vehicle, and an ATV for off road rescue.

Congratulations to North Berwick Rescue members Jake Demakis, Glen Cefalo, and Matt Magill on being presented with the M...
05/20/2026

Congratulations to North Berwick Rescue members Jake Demakis, Glen Cefalo, and Matt Magill on being presented with the Maine EMS Phoenix Award for their outstanding actions during a call last June.

These members successfully resuscitated a patient who experienced an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, demonstrating exceptional teamwork, professionalism, and dedication to patient care.

We are proud of their commitment to serving our community and honored to recognize their lifesaving efforts. Congratulations, Jake, Glen, and Matt!

05/02/2026

🚑 **North Berwick Rescue – April Run Stats** 🚑

Our team responded to a total of **31 calls for service** this April. Here’s a breakdown of the types of incidents we handled:

🔹 **Sick Person** – 6 calls (19.35%)
🔹 **Falls** – 5 calls (16.13%)
🔹 **Traffic/Transportation Incidents** – 3 calls (9.68%)
🔹 **Unconscious/Fainting** – 3 calls (9.68%)
🔹 **Abdominal Pain/Problems** – 2 calls (6.45%)
🔹 **Chest Pain (Non-Traumatic)** – 2 calls (6.45%)
🔹 **Breathing Problems** – 2 calls (6.45%)
🔹 **Other/Unspecified** – 2 calls (6.45%)
🔹 **Psychiatric/Behavioral Emergencies** – 1 call (3.23%)
🔹 **Penetrating Trauma** – 1 call (3.23%)
🔹 **Stroke/CVA/TIA** – 1 call (3.23%)
🔹 **Fire Response** – 1 call (3.23%)
🔹 **Lift Assist** – 1 call (3.23%)
🔹 **Well Person Check** – 1 call (3.23%)

Every call is an opportunity to serve our community with professionalism, compassion, and dedication. Thank you to our members for their continued commitment, and to the community for your ongoing support.

💙 **North Berwick Rescue – Always Ready, Always There.**

Today, crews put the finishing touches on our new Ambulance 1, which is now in service! A1 is a 2025 Lifeline built on a...
04/24/2026

Today, crews put the finishing touches on our new Ambulance 1, which is now in service! A1 is a 2025 Lifeline built on a Ford F-550 4x4 chassis, replacing a 2008 Chevy 4500 that has now been retired from our fleet. Also pictured is the nearly identical 2018 Ambulance 2, also built on a Ford F-550 4x4 chassis.
This major upgrade will help ensure continued exceptional care and service to the citizens of North Berwick for years to come. Thank you to Specialty Vehicles, Inc. for providing all three of these quality trucks!

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week | April 12–18, 2026North Berwick Rescue would like to take a moment to re...
04/17/2026

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week | April 12–18, 2026

North Berwick Rescue would like to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible dispatchers at Sanford Regional Communications Center.
Behind every call we respond to, there is a calm, steady voice on the other end coordinating resources, gathering critical information, and ensuring the safety of both the public and first responders. Your professionalism, dedication, and ability to manage chaos with composure do not go unnoticed.
You are the first link in the chain of emergency response—and often the unseen heroes who make everything we do possible.
From all of us at North Berwick Rescue, thank you for your hard work, commitment, and service to our community.
We appreciate you today and every day.

04/06/2026

North Berwick Rescue – March 2026 Call Stats
March was another busy month for North Berwick Rescue, and our community can be proud of the dedication shown by our EMS team.
By the Numbers (March 2026):
• 48 total calls for service
• 44 emergency responses within our primary response area
• 2 mutual aid responses assisting our neighboring communities
• 2 standbys ensuring coverage when needed
Why We Were Called:
Our crews responded to a wide range of emergencies, including:
• Falls
• Sick person calls
• Fire-related incidents
• Breathing problems
• Psychiatric / behavioral emergencies
• Diabetic problems, chest pain, seizures, trauma, cardiac arrest, and more
Every call is different, and every call matters.
Most importantly, none of this happens without our amazing EMTs, Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics. These professionals answer the call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, nights, weekends, and holidays—providing skilled, compassionate care when our community needs it most.
Thank you to our incredible staff for your commitment, professionalism, and service—and thank you to the North Berwick community for your continued support.

New A1 delivered today
03/05/2026

New A1 delivered today

03/04/2026

🚑 North Berwick Rescue – February Run Statistics 🚒

During the month of February, North Berwick Rescue responded to a total of 36 calls for service.

Response Breakdown:
• 32 Emergency Responses (Primary Response Area) – 88.9%
• 3 Mutual Aid Responses – 8.3%
• 1 Standby – 2.8%

Top Dispatch Reasons:
• Falls – 10 calls (27.8%)
• Breathing Problems – 5 calls (13.9%)
• Fire Responses – 5 calls (13.9%)
• Sick Person – 3 calls (8.3%)
• Traffic/Transportation Incidents – 3 calls (8.3%)
• Psychiatric/Behavioral Emergencies – 2 calls (5.6%)
• Stroke/CVA/TIA – 2 calls (5.6%)

Additional responses included diabetic emergencies, unconscious/fainting, back pain, cardiac arrest, and other medical concerns.

We appreciate the continued support of our community and want to thank our dedicated members who respond day and night to keep North Berwick safe.

📞 Always call 911 in an emergency.

🚑 Now Accepting Applications – Full-Time EMS Provider 🚑North Berwick Rescue is currently accepting applications for an a...
03/04/2026

🚑 Now Accepting Applications – Full-Time EMS Provider 🚑

North Berwick Rescue is currently accepting applications for an anticipated full-time vacancy.

We are a community-focused EMS agency committed to providing high-quality, compassionate pre-hospital care to the residents and visitors of North Berwick and our surrounding mutual aid communities.

Position Details:
• Full-Time EMS Provider (Paramedic or AEMT)
• Competitive pay based on experience
• 401(k), paid vacation, sick time, holidays
• Insurance options with $6,000 opt-out
• Overtime available
• New station funding secured

If you’re looking to join a professional, progressive, and supportive team — we’d love to hear from you.

📧 Submit resume, cover letter, and application to:
Asst. Chief Nick Pelletier – [email protected]
Come be part of something great at North Berwick Rescue.

📊 North Berwick Rescue – January 2026 Monthly Call SummaryNorth Berwick Rescue responded to 53 calls for service in Janu...
02/01/2026

📊 North Berwick Rescue – January 2026 Monthly Call Summary
North Berwick Rescue responded to 53 calls for service in January. Thank you to our dedicated responders and to our community for your continued support.
🚑 Calls by Response Type

Emergency Response (Primary Response Area): 48
Public Assistance: 3
Emergency Response (Intercept): 1
Emergency Response (Mutual Aid): 1

🆘 Calls by Dispatch Reason
Top incident types included:

Falls: 19
Breathing Problems: 5
Sick Person: 4
Traffic/Transportation Incidents: 2
Abdominal Pain: 2
Chest Pain: 2
Psychiatric/Behavioral Health: 2
Interfacility Transfers: 2

Additional calls involved headaches, hemorrhage/laceration, altered level of consciousness, back pain, cardiac arrest, lift assists, and medical alarms.
We appreciate the trust our community places in us. As always, we’re here 24/7 to serve and protect North Berwick.
Stay safe, everyone! 🚑💙

01/02/2026

🚑 2025 by the Numbers: Serving Our Community When It Matters Most 🚑

In 2025, our highly trained full-time and part-time Emergency Medical Service personnel answered the call 550 times to help our community in moments of need.

💪 Emergency responses made up nearly 89% of all runs — a powerful reminder that when emergencies happen, your EMS team is ready.

📊 2025 Call Highlights:

🚨 487 Emergency Responses within our primary response area

🤝 34 Mutual Aid responses assisting our neighboring agencies

🧍 Public Assistance & Standby calls ensuring safety at community events and beyond

🚑 Most Common Reasons We Were Dispatched:

Falls – 81 calls

Traffic/Transportation Incidents – 60 calls

Sick Person – 50 calls

Breathing Problems – 50 calls

Fire & Fire-related medical calls – 38 calls

Behind every call is a dedicated team member giving their time, skill, and compassion to help others — day or night, holidays included.

👏 Thank you to our EMS professionals for your commitment and service, and thank you to our community for your continued support. We’re proud to serve you today, tomorrow, and into 2026.

❤️🚑

01/01/2026

🚑 December Emergency Run Summary – North Berwick Rescue

As we close out December, we want to share a snapshot of how we served the community over the past month.

📊 Total Runs: 54

🚨 Type of Responses

Emergency Responses (Primary Area): 48 runs (88.9%)

Standby Calls: 3 runs

Mutual Aid Responses: 2 runs

Public Assistance: 1 run

📍 Top Dispatch Reasons

Falls: 13 calls

Sick Person: 10 calls

Traffic/Transportation Incidents: 8 calls

Abdominal Pain/Problems: 4 calls

Fire Responses: 4 calls

Medical Alarms: 3 calls

Additional calls included chest pain, unconscious/fainting, breathing problems, lift assists, and more.

Every call represents a neighbor in need and a dedicated response from our staff of highly trained Emergency Medical Service Personnel 💙

Thank you to our dedicated staff and to our community for your continued support of North Berwick Rescue.

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338 Lebanon Road
North Berwick, ME
03906

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+12076769417

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