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06/21/2026

From all of us at the Paxton Fire Department, have a wonderful Father’s Day!

06/16/2026

Busy Weekend for Paxton Fire Department
It’s been a very active few days here at Paxton Fire!
Our weekend kicked off Friday night with 4 calls in just 3 hours, setting the pace for what would be a demanding stretch.
On Saturday, our members were proud to be part of Paxton Days, showcasing the department and sharing important fire safety information with our community. While there, crews responded to a motor vehicle accident with injuries. We were assisted on scene by Leicester EMS, who helped evaluate patients, and one individual was transported with minor injuries to a Worcester hospital.
After wrapping up at Paxton Days, the on-duty crew continued their shift, responding to several additional calls throughout Saturday evening.
Sunday morning brought simultaneous ambulance calls, something we are seeing more frequently as EMS demand continues to grow.
As we rolled into Monday (yesterday), crews were back at it shortly after midnight. Later in the day, we had the opportunity to visit Paxton Center School, where we spoke with 5th through 8th grade students about fire safety and prevention—a great group of kids! During that visit, part of the crew had to break away to handle an EMS call.
From there, the day became nonstop, with calls coming back-to-back and even simultaneously, keeping both ambulances busy.
Just before our monthly training, crews were dispatched to Pleasant Street at Brigham for a two-car motor vehicle accident with injuries and entrapment. One patient required extrication, and three patients were transported with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. We appreciate the assistance from Rutland Fire, who provided a third ambulance.
Crews remained busy through the night, continuing to answer the community’s call for help.
👏 A huge thank you to all of our on-duty crews, call firefighters, off-duty members, and mutual aid partners who stepped up and worked tirelessly this weekend. Your dedication does not go unnoticed.
— Paxton Fire Department 🚒
Leicester EMS Rutland Fire Department - Rutland MA

06/10/2026

Today Paxton firefighters visited Paxton Center School to teach about Fire Safety. The firefighters and kids had a blast getting hands on and learning about how to stay safe in a fire and learning about what firefighters do. Even some of the teachers got hands on with the equipment! A big thank you to Massachusetts Department of Fire Services for providing the SAFE grant to the Paxton Fire Department so we could fund these important learning opportunities to our most vulnerable citizens.

06/09/2026

This morning had a busy start for the on-duty crew with a couple of calls right at the start of the day and a small brush fire on the side of Route 31. We would like to thank Pleasant View Waste Removal, whose driver stopped and extinguished the brush fire with the fresh water on his septic truck. He turned what could’ve been easily been a bad brush fire into an easy mop-up. We would also like to thank Paxton Municipal Light Department - PMLD for assisting with the tree branch on the wires that ultimately caused the fire. Things eventually calmed down enough for the on-duty crew to get some training in- with the chief and captain also taking advantage of the opportunity for some training.

06/07/2026

Thank you to the Paxton Garden Club for allowing us to join them at their annual plant sale on the common yesterday! It was a great opportunity to visit with everyone who came and talk about the department, fire safety, and show some equipment. Also, we would like to thank the garden club for keeping the gardens at the public safety looking great! (Photos courtesy of Chuck Putney and FF Ryan Plante.) MA 01612 Garden Club

06/06/2026

The Normandy American Cemetery sits on a bluff above Omaha Beach. It is the final resting place of 9,388 Americans who gave the last full measure of devotion to their country and the cause of freedom around the world on , 82 years ago today. Upon the memorial is an inscription:

"This embattled shore, portal of freedom, is forever hallowed by the ideals, the valor and the sacrifices of our fellow countrymen."

06/05/2026

The Paxton Fire Department spent last evening equipping Paxton Recreation’s summer camp counselors with essential CPR and First Aid skills!
Led by Firefighter/Paramedic Ryan Plante, every counselor earned their certification—helping ensure a safe and healthy summer for all campers. Paxton Recreation

05/22/2026

Paxton has experienced a wild and busy week. We understand that many residents are still recovering from Tuesday's storm. We are collaborating with Town leadership and the DPW to clear tree debris and hazards on and over roadways, commencing next week. We ask for everyone's understanding as the crews take a much-needed respite heading into the holiday weekend. On a more uplifting note, let us wrap up the week. Last night, at approximately 8:30 pm, Wachusett Regional Emergency Communications Center received a call about a pet cat stuck in a tree on Holden Rd. Although cats often come down on their own or are out of reach, the chief, along with the on-duty group, Group 2, and Paxton MA Police Department, successfully assessed the situation and reunited the kitty with its owner. Wachusett Regional Emergency Communications Center Paxton MA Police Department

05/21/2026

🚑🚒 Happy EMS Week from the Paxton Fire Department! 🚒🚑
During EMS Week, we proudly recognize the dedicated professionals who provide lifesaving care to our community every day. At the Paxton Fire Department, our members serve in a dual role capacity as both firefighters and EMS providers—ensuring rapid, highly skilled response no matter the emergency.
Our team is made up of experienced Firefighter/Paramedics and Firefighter/EMTs who are trained to deliver both advanced medical care and fire suppression services. Whether responding to a medical emergency, a fire, or another critical incident, our personnel are prepared to handle it all with professionalism, compassion, and expertise.
🔥🚑 This integrated approach allows us to:
Provide faster, more efficient response to emergencies
Deliver high-quality medical care right from the moment we arrive
Ensure seamless coordination between fire and EMS operations
Better serve the evolving needs of our community
We are proud of the commitment and dedication our members show every day to keep Paxton safe. Please join us in thanking all EMS providers this week for the vital role they play in protecting lives. 💙

05/20/2026

Update on Cleanup and Power Restoration Following Yesterday's Storm. As of 5:45 pm today, all roads are passable, and main electrical service has been restored. However, some customers may still be without power due to private services requiring restoration. Crews from Paxton DPW and Paxton Municipal Light Department - PMLD will continue working on affected roadways and areas over the next several days. If you have any concerns or issues, please contact the DPW or Paxton Light directly. The DPW can be reached at 508-753-9077, and Paxton Light at 508-756-9508. Please remember that 911 is for emergencies only. If you encounter downed power lines, do not approach and please report. We would like to express our gratitude to our mutual aid partners, including Holden Light Department, West Boylston Light Department, Boylston Light Department, Rutland MA Police Department, Spencer Fire & Emergency Services, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and Central Mass Sparks Association - Rehab 78, for their assistance during our emergency responses, rehab, and restoration of utilities over the last 24 hours. We would also like to thank the residents and town officials and the Selectboard of Paxton for their outpouring of support and patience. Additionally, we appreciate the support of our partners at Wachusett Regional Emergency Communications Center, who played a crucial role in coordinating communications during this event and its aftermath. Paxton Municipal Light Department - PMLD Rutland MA Police Department Spencer Fire & Emergency Services Central Mass Sparks Association - Rehab 78 Wachusett Regional Emergency Communications Center Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)

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576 Pleasant Street
Paxton, MA
01612

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http://paxtonma.gov/fire-department

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