Amherst Fire Department

09/03/2026

08/28/2026

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Gold:
Town of Amherst
Larry's Tire Amherst

Silver:
Martin's Paint & Body Shop
GLAD
Bank of the James
M. Edward Wilson Insurance Agency
Hickey Electric

Bronze:
Ramsey Cabinets Inc.

Other:
Hill Hardware
TruBall

08/24/2026

Pat was a kind encouraging soul to all. She will be missed.

07/30/2026

🚒 VENDORS WANTED! 🚒

The Amherst Fire Department is now accepting vendor applications for our A-Town Fire Fest! 🎉

We’re looking for a variety of vendors, including:
🔥 Craft & handmade items
🛍️ Boutique merchandise
🎨 Local businesses & organizations
🎈 Family-friendly activities

This is a great opportunity to showcase your products, connect with the community, and be part of one of Amherst’s exciting local events!

📅 Event Date: September 26, 2026
📍 Location: East Court & Goodwin Street
⏰ Vendor spaces are limited, so reserve yours early!

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging your favorite local vendors! We can’t wait to make A-Town Fire Fest a fun community event! 🚒❤️

For vendor information and pricing, see link below:

Vendor Application Fire Fest 2026 Saturday- 9/26/2026 Time- 5-9pm LOCATION- Amherst Fire Department (specific location instructions will be sent out once approved). ●Vendor Fee is $75 for a 10’x10’ vendor space. *Double Spaces are limited, please see selection information below. ●All vendor ...

05/05/2026

Congratulations to AFD's Thompson who graduated from the Lynchburg Fire Department Academy this evening. Wishing you a long and safe career.

05/04/2026

Sunday, May 3 at 1200 Hours, Amherst Fire Department Archivist Fred Loving sounded the House Siren in Honor and Memory of Monelison Vol. Fire Department Chief Mack Mays, Jr. Chief May's was honored at the National Fallen Firefighters Ceremony the same day in Emmitsburg Maryland.