Scotch Plains Rescue Squad

05/28/2026

Congratulations Ranee Muirhead on being the First Responders Home Town Hero . Your service to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad is greatly appreciated.

I am pleased to honor Emergency Medical Technician Ranee Muirhead as this week’s Hometown Hero. As a seven-year member of the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, she has answered over 1024 calls for assistance and acts as treasurer of the organization. She recently trained as a Mental Health Resilience Officer and will engage with members of the organization to identify peers who might be experiencing mental health stressors.

Emergency Medical Technician Ranee Muirhead is a respected leader of the Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad and truly embodies the qualities of a Hometown Hero. Thank you, EMT Muirhead for your steadfast dedication and service to the Scotch Plains Community!

05/25/2026

Remembering and honoring the fallen heroes who served with courage, strength, and selflessness. Because of their sacrifice, we have the freedoms we enjoy today. We remember you today and always!

05/20/2026

Happy EMS Week! We recognize the incredible people who are always ready to answer the call, no matter the time or situation. To the members of the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, thank you for your commitment, compassion, and countless hours spent serving our community. Your dedication makes a difference every single day!

We’re proud to celebrate all of our EMTs this week and every week!

Thank you for your service!

05/12/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to remind everyone that mental health matters just as much as physical health. 💚

As first responders, volunteers, friends, neighbors, and family members, we see every day how important it is to check in on one another, offer support, and have open conversations without judgment.

You are never alone, and it’s okay to ask for help. Together, we can break the stigma and build a stronger, more supportive community for everyone.

05/10/2026

Wishing a very Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mothers in our community! 🌸
Thank you for the care, strength, and endless support you give each and every day. Today we celebrate you and all that you do. From all of us at the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, we hope your day is filled with love, joy, and appreciation. 💕

05/08/2026

On May 5th and 6th, a few of our EMTs from the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad gave a Naloxone Training to the seniors of Academy for Allied Health Sciences. As these seniors are getting ready to go off to college in the fall, they may encounter a situation where naloxone can save a life. The squad taught the students what opioids are, how to recognize if someone’s having an overdose, and how to administer the naloxone medication. We hope the seniors of AAHS took something away from these past two days; everyone is capable of saving a life! 🩵

05/07/2026

A huge thank you to the Township of Scotch Plains and the Town Council for presenting a proclamation recognizing the dedication and efforts of our volunteers at the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad. We are honored to serve this community and will continue providing our time, commitment, and free emergency services to the residents of Scotch Plains each and every day. 🚑💙

05/04/2026

Dan and Fred had a great time visiting the LEAD program at the police academy on Friday, May 1st! They gave students a hands-on look at our rig, demonstrated the stretcher, and talked about what we do as a rescue squad. 🚑
Thank you for having us and for the opportunity to educate the next generation!

05/03/2026

Today the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad were on standby at the Mental Health Awareness Wellness Fair and Walk! May is Mental Health Awareness Month where we fight the stigma, provide support and educate the public about mental health!