Middleborough Firefighters Local 3653

06/06/2026

If money is transferred out of the municipal budget, 25% of Lakeville’s full-time firefighters and every call firefighter would be laid off. This would mean fewer firefighters available to respond, greater reliance on mutual aid, loss of ambulance revenue for the town, and increased risk to both residents and firefighters.

No matter the outcome, Lakeville Firefighters Local 3188 remains committed to serving and protecting our community.

05/28/2026

As a result of the proposed elimination of civilian dispatch, a firefighter may be reassigned to dispatch obligations, resulting in one less firefighter available to respond to emergencies per shift. Reductions in on-the-road staffing can delay the rescue of a victim, increase fire growth and spread, limit the ability to perform simultaneous tasks, and reduce redundant safety measures for firefighters. Despite the financial challenges facing our community and many others, Middleborough Firefighters Local 3653 remains committed to providing the services our townspeople and visitors deserve.

Middleborough News
Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM)

05/09/2026

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05/06/2026

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04/14/2026

Hats off to our Fire Alarm Operators for their commitment and professionalism to our community. Communication is vital aspect of emergency operations. Thank you to our dedicated operators!

Town of Middleborough, MA
Middleborough Fire Department
Middleborough News

04/07/2026

One year in the books! Thank you to our department and community leaders for their commitment!

As a result of the implementation of civilian dispatchers and increased staffing, our department has improved response times, strengthened firefighter safety, and enhanced our ability to protect both residents and visitors. With eight firefighters on duty daily and a fully operational South Station, we are better positioned to serve our growing community.

These changes have reduced our reliance on mutual aid while allowing us to better support our neighboring towns when called upon.

We are grateful to everyone who made these improvements possible. Our members remain committed to answering every call with professionalism, dedication, and pride.

Town of Middleborough, MA
Middleborough Fire Department
Middleborough News
Senator Kelly Dooner
Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM)
International Association of Fire Fighters

April 7, 2025 is an Historic Day for the Middleborough Fire Department.

Today the department:

1 - Transfers all dispatch duties to civilian Fire Alarm Operators.

2 - Implements an improved staffing model to include two fire apparatus staffed with a minimum of three firefighters.

3 - Adequately staffs South Station on a 24/7 basis for the first time in the history of the department.

A formal press release is forth coming - but we are excited about today and wanted to share this information immediately.

Thank you to everyone who has helped us get to this level of protection for our community.

01/31/2026

This is the good stuff.

01/06/2026

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Middleborough Fire Department

01/03/2026

Middleborough Firefighters Local 3653 would like to extend it's congratulations to Captain Scott Rebell while he works the last shift of his career. The local hopes your retirement is full of relaxation and good health. His experience on the fire ground, professionalism to the public and humor around the kitchen table will be irreplaceable!

12/25/2025

Thank you to our mutual aid partners for spending time with us on Christmas Eve.

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