Greenville Rescue Squad

05/31/2026

Good news for our community — and a reminder that we're here for you.

Greene County has seen a 48% decline in overdoses since 2021, marking four consecutive years of progress. That's the result of hard work by first responders, public health teams, treatment providers, and — most importantly — people who chose to seek help and the loved ones who supported them.

At the Greenville Rescue Squad, we see this crisis up close. We respond to the calls. We know the faces behind the numbers. And we are so proud of the progress our community has made.

But the work isn't done. If you or someone you love is struggling with substance use — in any form — please know:

You are not alone.
Help is available, and you deserve it.
Asking for help is a sign of strength.

SAMHSA National Helpline (free, confidential, 24/7):
1-800-662-4357

NY Crisis Line: 988 (call or text)

Greene County Mental Health: (518) 943-3420

We are your neighbors. We show up for you — on your worst nights and your best ones. Let's keep moving forward, together.

Reported drug overdoses in Greene County have steadily declined over the last five years, dropping by 48% from 2021 to 2025. The story is at https://porcupinesoupnews.com/news-articles/drug-overdoses-continue-to-decline-in-greene-county

05/27/2026

The fire and EMS family of Fran Sickles invites you to join them in honoring her memory and celebrating a life well lived, devoted to community service. A complete obituary is at https://porcupinesoupnews.com/obituary/frances-sickles

05/17/2026

We are saddened to announce that EMS Week begins with a somber reflection on the loss of Fran Sickles, a dedicated long-standing member of the Rescue Squad who also devoted numerous years to serving as a Board Member and Secretary.

05/17/2026

We are thankful for our providers and our colleagues throughout the county and surrounding areas.

05/02/2026

Our thoughts are with our brothers & sisters in Columbia County.

04/30/2026

A few tips & pointers that will help us in your care.
Have your medications on a list all ready for us. If you have recently visited your doctor an “after visit summary” may have this already done for you. Include your allergies, especially to medications and indicate if any of them cause anaphylaxis. Have a list of your pertinent medical history ready as well. We don’t need to know if you had a hang nail last year but we do need to know if you’ve had a stroke. If you have any advanced directives keep a copy of those handy. We can’t honor your wishes if we don’t know what they are.
Gathering any of these documents ahead of time and keeping them on your fridge could save precious time when you need us for your emergency. We hope you never need us but we’ll be there if you do.

04/28/2026

It is our pleasure to welcome Courtney Schmitt and Taylor Milkiewicz, our two newest employees. Courtney has recently attained the EMT title through the Greene EMS Council, and Taylor comes to us with existing experience in the field.
Please join us in welcoming both ladies to the GRS family.

04/26/2026

Chief Marlow and EMT Flensted putting their stretcher skills to work at Greenville Pack 42 First Responder Day.

02/05/2026

We thought we’d join the ChatGPT trend.
Who thinks we should have Rescue Puppies aboard our ambulances?