Town of Sandisfield Fire Department

08/23/2026

We're starting to think Great Barrington Fire Department had a thermal imaging camera taped to the underside of the board. Only way to explain it. 🤔🤣🔥🔥

Massive congratulations to Jim and Chris on the 1st place win, and to Doug and John for locking down second 🥈Way to make the department proud. Enjoy the bragging rights, GB... we'll be calibrating our gear for next year. 🚒💨

And a huge thank you to State Rep. Leigh Davis for putting together such a great event 🥳🥳🥳

08/14/2026

Looking forward to it!

State Rep. Leigh Davis is bringing first responders from 18 towns in the 3rd Berkshire District together for the inaugural “The Toss” Co****le Classic on Aug. 22 in Great Barrington,

07/26/2026

Sandisfield Fire Department is currently operating on Route 57 in the area of Town Hall for a tree down across the roadway.

The tree struck the primary electrical wires and snapped a utility pole. Eversource has been notified and is responding to the scene.

Route 57 is temporarily closed in the area while crews work to secure the scene and utility repairs are completed. Please avoid the area, use an alternate route, and do not approach or drive around barricades.

We will provide updates as they become available.

07/25/2026

It’s a perfect day to get out and enjoy everything Sandisfield has to offer.

Join the Sandisfield Fire Department today from Noon–4:00 PM at the Sandisfield Orchard for our first-ever Heart & Soul Summer Social.

We’ll have great food, live music, and a chance to spend the afternoon with friends, neighbors, and members of the community. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch or staying for the afternoon, we’d love to see you.

Proceeds from today’s event will help support our initiative to place additional AEDs throughout Sandisfield, making lifesaving equipment more accessible across town.

If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, reach out to us. We have a few extra tickets available and would love to have you join us.

Sandisfield Orchard
101 New Hartford Road, Sandisfield, MA

Today | Noon–4:00 PM

Adults: $35
Children (12 & under): $10
Children under 5: Free

The weather couldn’t be better. Come out, enjoy a great meal, listen to some live music, and spend the afternoon with your community.

07/14/2026

Sandisfield Squad 261 Makes a Quick Knock on First-Due Shed Fire on Lower West Street

Sandisfield Fire Department and Monterey Fire Department Engine 177, responding as the automatic aid tanker, were dispatched to a reported wood shed fire with extension into a small 10’ × 15’ area on Lower West Street.

Squad 261 arrived first due and quickly deployed the 100-foot front bumper line, making an attack that quickly knocked down the fire and prevented further extension.

Engine 177 established the water supply for Squad 261 and supplied additional personnel to assist with overhaul operations.

A coordinated response and strong mutual aid partnership helped bring the incident to a successful conclusion.

07/04/2026

Take advantage of this sale to support the Monterey Firefighters

Effective now until midnight!

As a part of a first ever flash sale, we have decided to cut Steak Roast tickets by $10 each.

Get your tickets today! The Steak Roast is quickly approaching, only 21 days away!

NOTE: Discounts are applied at Checkout. The prices will look normal until checkout.

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06/15/2026

Today, the Sandisfield Fire Department had the privilege of celebrating two of the most meaningful milestones in public safety: welcoming new firefighters into our ranks and recognizing those whose actions directly saved a life.

Family members, friends, community leaders, and residents gathered at the Sandisfield Arts Center for our Graduation and Awards Ceremony. We extend our sincere thanks to the Arts Center for graciously hosting this special event and supporting our community.

The department proudly recognized our newest Connecticut Firefighter I graduates through the Litchfield County Regional Fire School:

• Travis Dingus
• Grace Huskey
• Cameron Nearey
• Vincent Porcaro
• John Boulais

Completion of Firefighter I represents hundreds of hours of training, education, and commitment to public service. Today’s badge pinning ceremony marked an important milestone in their fire service careers, and we thank them for their dedication to protecting the Town of Sandisfield and surrounding communities.

The department also had the profound honor of presenting the Sandisfield Fire Department Lifesaving Award to members and public safety partners whose actions during a sudden cardiac arrest on Easter Sunday directly contributed to the successful resuscitation and survival of a member of our community.

2026 Lifesaving Award Recipients:

• EMS Lieutenant Vincent Porcaro
• Firefighter/EMT Cameron Nearey
• Fire Lieutenant Josh Ramirez
• Firefighter/EMT Cianna Ferraro
• Sandisfield Police Officer Mary Bredenfoerder
• Hartford HealthCare Paramedic Amy Gemetro

On Easter Sunday, while many were with family and loved ones, these dedicated providers answered the call without hesitation. Through teamwork, rapid intervention, advanced medical care, and professionalism, they performed at the highest level when every second mattered.

Because of their actions, someone is alive today.

There is no greater accomplishment in public safety than preserving human life. Their efforts gave a member of our community another chance at life and a family more time with their loved one.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Hartford HealthCare for their partnership and commitment to patient care, and to State Representative Leigh Davis for attending today’s ceremony and supporting public safety in our community.

We also thank our department leadership, officers, instructors, and most importantly, the families who support our members every day. Your sacrifices make this service possible.

Congratulations to all of our graduates and award recipients. Your dedication, professionalism, and service embody the very best of the fire and EMS profession.

One Town. One Team. One Mission.

06/13/2026

Today, Fire Chief Michael Grillo had the honor of attending the graduation ceremony at Suffield High School to celebrate a very special milestone for one of our own, Firefighter Nick Graziano.

Graduation is a day filled with pride, excitement, and reflection—a moment that marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It is a celebration not only of the graduate, but also of the families, teachers, mentors, and communities who helped them along the way.

Nick’s journey is especially impressive. While still attending high school, he took on the challenge of completing the Firefighter I program, demonstrating a level of dedication and commitment far beyond his years. Balancing school, training, and service to the community is no easy task, yet Nick rose to the occasion and earned his certification before even receiving his high school diploma.

Nick has already proven himself to be a hardworking and dedicated young firefighter, always willing to learn, serve, and step up when his community calls. His future in the fire service is incredibly bright, and we are excited to see all that he will accomplish in the years ahead.

Congratulations to Nick and his family on this tremendous achievement. Today is a proud day for all who have supported him on this journey.

From everyone at the Sandisfield Fire Department, we wish Nick the very best as he begins this next chapter. The future is bright, and we are proud to call you one of our own.

One Town, One Team, One Mission.

06/13/2026

Good luck to Firefighter/EMT Cianna Ferraro as she competes today in the Ironman 70.3 Boulder in Boulder, Colorado.

Today, Cianna is representing not only the Sandisfield Fire Department, but the entire Town of Sandisfield as she takes on one of the most challenging endurance races in the world. An Ironman 70.3 consists of a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run—an incredible accomplishment for any athlete.

The same dedication, determination, and commitment to excellence that Cianna demonstrates while serving our community are on full display today as she competes on the national stage.

Please join us in wishing Cianna the very best of luck as she races today. We are incredibly proud to have her as a member of our department and community.

Want to follow along? Download the Ironman Tracker app to track her progress throughout the race:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ironman-tracker/id1183983404

Go get it, Cianna! Sandisfield is cheering for you every step, pedal, and stroke of the way.

One Town, One Team, One Mission.

** UPDATES **

- Race started at 7:15 am CST

-Cianna has completed the swim in 45:42 min - 7:58 am

-Cianna has switched over got her bike and is now completing the bike race with a transition time of 4:21 min.