New Marlborough Fire & Rescue

05/22/2026

Happy EMS Week from all of us at NMFR. We wish to thank all our wonderful EMTs and First Responders who help provide this critical service to our town!

04/19/2026

04/09/2026

Members of the New Marlborough Volunteer Fire Company, in partnership with Bilmar Veterinary Services in Great Barrington, will hold a Rabies Clinic from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, at the New Marlborough Fire Station on Norfolk Road in Southfield.

In addition to veterinarians and clinicians from Bilmar, New Marlborough Town Clerk Kathy Chretien will be on hand to issue dog licenses for pet owners who still need to acquire them.

Massachusetts law requires all dogs and cats to be vaccinated against rabies. We ask that all dogs be on a leash and that all cats be in a carrier. If possible, please bring proof of previous rabies vaccination so we may extend the vaccination length from 1 year to 3 years.

The cost at the Clinic is $10 per vaccination, with proceeds going to support the Thomas Crawford New Marlborough Emergency Services Scholarship.

For more information, please contact David Smith, President, New Marlborough Fire Co., at (413) 229-0291, or Windyann Merrill, Office Manager, Bilmar Veterinary 413-528-1180.

02/04/2026

As the weather continues to stay cold and snow remains on the ground, NMFR would like to offer a few valuable tips to keep you and your loved ones safe.

- Cold masks exertion: It is easy to overexert yourself without realizing it in low temperatures.

- Snow consistency matters: Heavy, wet snow is much more taxing on the body than fluffy snow.

- Proper technique: Shoveling and twisting often leads to back injuries.

- Maintenance: Remember to eat, hydrate, and warm up regularly.

- Maintain vents and chimneys: Be sure to clear the areas around the exhausts from your household, dryer vents, and ensure chimney cleaning is performed.

More information on winter safety can be found at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/winter-home-heating-safety

Please take care of yourselves, keep an eye on your neighbors, and stay safe.

Learn how to keep your family warm and safe this heating season.

01/20/2026

At 7:55PM on Friday, January 16th, NMFR was dispatched to Gedney Farm for a possible structure in the lodging building. A first alarm was quickly struck for a working structure fire, bringing in mutual aid from numerous surrounding departments.

Thanks to a coordinated effort with our mutual aide partners, the fire was contained and damage limited to some of the guest rooms.

This fire was determined to have started due to improper disposal of hot ashes from a fireplace. NMFR would like to remind our community to follow best practices for disposal of hot ashes. These ashes can remain hot for several hours, causing a fire.

NMFR wishes to thank the numerous mutual aid agencies that responded to this incident.

01/16/2026

Open Burning season in New Marlborough is now live.

Permits can be obtained online at the link below.

Permits are only issued between 8:30 AM and 1:00 PM and are only valid for one day. You must obtain a new permit every day that you want to burn. All burning must end by 4:00PM each day.

The Fire Chief holds the right to turn off burn permits in the event of dangerous fire weather conditions.

https://www.bcburnpermits.com

10/22/2025

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We still want to hear from you! The SBEMS Task Force is planning for the future to ensure Southern Berkshire’s EMS system remains strong, reliable, and sustainable. Your feedback is essential to guide decisions that will shape how services are provided in the years ahead. Don’t miss the opportunity to have your voice included.

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10/14/2025

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The SBEMS Task Force is working to design a strong and dependable shared EMS system for Southern Berkshire County. But we can’t do it without input from the people who rely on these services—you and your neighbors. Every response helps ensure future planning reflects community needs.

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10/01/2025

Last evening, our members were joined by Monterey Fire Department for a presentation from Hartford Healthcare's LIFE STAR team at our station. This presentation was a great opportunity for our new and veteran members to learn more about the services LIFE STAR provides to our communities, and best practices for us to assist their crews on an emergency scene.

This presentation was followed up by a live landing in town. Members were able to tour the Eurocopter EC-145 operated by LIFE STAR and learn about the onboard capabilities of it's medical crew and the role our members will play on scene.

LIFE STAR provides life-saving Critical Care Air Medical Transport services for our community and neighbors in the event of serious incidents.

NMFR wishes to thank the LIFE STAR team for their time and invaluable training last night!

10/01/2025

Your voice matters for the future of EMS in Southern Berkshire!

The SBEMS Task Force wants to hear from YOU about how emergency medical services should look in our community. Help us maintain a reliable, sustainable system for the future by telling us what matters most to you. Your feedback will help shape how care is delivered when every minute counts.

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