This morning we took advantage of some nice weather before the big storm to do some pump training. We took Squad 2 and Truck 8 down to Hannaford and plugged into one of the nearby hydrants. Captain Balentine and Lieutenant Hilton showed newly hired Firefighter Jon Gay and Firefighter Josh Allen the basics of Squad … Read More →
The York Village Fire Department is proud to announce the hiring of Firefighter Jon Gay to the ranks of our full time staff. Jon replaces retired Capt. John Hunt, who retired last month. Jon Gay was hired from a list of four finalists for the open position. Jon Gay was a full time dispatcher with … Read More →
York Village Fire was dispatched to a residence on Brixham Rd. for a chimney fire. Squad 2, Tank 4 and Truck 8 responded along with a large number of members. The fire was contained to the chimney with no extension. Credit to Jennifer Hilton for the photography. The metal stove pipe showing a considerable amount … Read More →
The Patriot Guard Riders and the Wreaths Across America Escort traveled through York this morning. The wreaths are heading to the Arlington National Cemetery and will be placed on each grave. They are scheduled to arrive in Arlington on December 14th. Today, Engine 4 and Truck 8, along with York Beach Rescue 3, York Ambulance … Read More →
York Village Fire and York Beach Fire have teamed up with Hannaford and Toys for Tots to launch a one day event to fill at least TWO fire trucks with new, unwrapped toys. The event starts at 7:00 AM and ends at 10:00 PM this Saturday, December 14th at the York Hannaford off of Rt. … Read More →
This morning we started a new driver on Truck 8. We have a very organized driver training program, giving the new drivers a series of skills they are required to learn on each truck, starting with our oldest piece of equipment, Engine 6, and working their way up through all the apparatus and finishing on … Read More →
We were busy this morning with multiple accidents on I-95 on the York River Bridge. The temperatures were just at the freezing mark, with a light drizzle, making the roads very dangerous. Squad 2 and Ambulance 3 responded to I-95 Southbound on the York River Bridge for a motor vehicle accident with two patient sign … Read More →
Early this morning the Kittery Fire Department was dispatched to a residence on Gerrish Island Ln for a structure fire. Upon arrival, Kittery Fire Chief transmitted a 2nd Alarm, bringing in Engine 4 and Tank 4, as well as Engine 5 from York Beach to the scene. While responding, the crews in Kittery made an … Read More →
We would like to thank the First Parish Church Youth Group for their generous gift of home made holiday cookies! These are delicious!
York Village Fire and York Beach Fire were dispatched to Leeward Landing Thrift Store on Rt. 1 for a possible structure fire. Dispatcher Higgins announced a report of smoke in the building. Capt. Balentine arrived on scene with nothing showing, but soon discovered a light smoke condition on the first floor. It was determined to … Read More →