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Georgetown Fire Department Congratulates Graduates From Call/Volunteer Firefighter Training 

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Georgetown Fire Department
Fred A. Mitchell Jr., Fire Chief
47 Central Street
Georgetown, MA 01833

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Groveland Fire Department Congratulates Graduates From Call/Volunteer Firefighter Training 

Left to right: Firefighter Michael McManus, Chief Fred Mitchell and Firefighter Tricia Morrison. (Photo Courtesy Georgetown Fire Department)

GEORGETOWN — Chief Fred Mitchell is pleased to announce that Firefighters Michael McManus and Tricia Morrison graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this February. 

Firefighters McManus and Morrison were among 24 graduates from the MFA’s Call/Volunteer Firefighter Training Class 74 who were recognized on Thursday, Feb. 28, at a ceremony held at Masconomet Regional Middle School in Boxford. 

During the training, firefighters learned the basic skills they need to respond to fires, including how to contain and control them, public fire education, hazardous material incident mitigation, flammable liquids, stress management, firefighter self-rescue and vehicle extrication.

To graduate, firefighters were required to complete 240 hours of training, all on nights and weekends, while demonstrating proficiency in life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fire attack in situations ranging from mailbox fires to multiple-floor or multi-room structural fires.

Both Firefighters McManus and Morrison are Georgetown residents and are EMT certified. Firefighter McManus joined the Georgetown Fire department in May 2016, and Firefighter Morrison joined the department in August 2018.

At the ceremony, Firefighter Morrison was awarded the Martin H. McNamara award, which is given to one student in each class to recognize his or her outstanding performance, and is based on practical skill applications and academic exams for the program.

“Completing this program is a significant accomplishment, and I’m proud of Firefighters McManus and Morrison for representing our department so well,” Chief Mitchell said. “Firefighter Morrison excelled academically and in performing practical skills, and to be recognized with the Martin H. McNamara award reflects her tenacity and dedication to serving the people of Georgetown.”

The other 23 graduates represent the fire departments of Boxford, Essex, Groveland, Ipswich, Lynnfield, Rockport, Sherborn, Tyngsborough, Wenham, West Newbury and Weston.

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Georgetown Police Thank Business Owner for Donation to Department

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Georgetown Police Department
Donald C. Cudmore, Chief of Police
47 Central Street
Georgetown, MA 01833

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Georgetown Police Thank Business Owner for Donation to Department

Norino Mirra, right, the owner of Utility Contractor Mirra Construction Company, Inc. of Georgetown, stands with Georgetown Police Chief Donald Cudmore. Mirra donated $1,800 to the Georgetown Police Department Thursday. (Courtesy Photo Georgetown Police Department)

GEORGETOWN — Chief Donald C. Cudmore and the Georgetown Police Department would like to thank Norino Mirra, the owner of Utility Contractor Mirra Construction Company, Inc. of Georgetown, for a recent donation.

Mirra donated $1,800 on Thursday, March 7 to fund an upgrade to the police department’s uniform equipment. His donation will fully equip an additional member of the department’s Honor Guard and update another member’s gear.

Mirra has supported the Georgetown Police Department in the past, and in 2005 donated $10,000 to support the department in creating its Honor Guard.

“Mr. Mirra and his family have donated countless times to the Town of Georgetown to support so many projects and these donations have allowed our community to have programs that otherwise would not exist,” Chief Cudmore said. “He is a true partner and friend to the town, and for that I am grateful as both the police chief and as a resident.”

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Georgetown Police Accept Donation from Local Business to Assist Veterans

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Georgetown Police Department
Donald C. Cudmore, Chief of Police
47 Central Street
Georgetown, MA 01833

For Immediate Release

Friday, Feb. 1, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Georgetown Police Accept Donation from Local Business to Assist Veterans

Georgetown Building Supply employee Lisa McGrath presents Chief Donald Cudmore with a $500 check. (Courtesy Photo Georgetown Police Department).

GEORGETOWN — Chief Donald C. Cudmore and the Georgetown Police Department would like to thank the Delorenzo family of Georgetown Building Supply, Georgetown Liquors and The Stone Pantry for their generous donation to the Town of Georgetown.

Chief Cudmore recently accepted a $500 donation, which was a result of a raffle held at Georgetown Liquors.

The donation will be provided to Veterans Services Agent Karen Taylor to assist funding a number of programs in Georgetown that benefit the veteran community.

“The Delorenzo family has donated tens of thousands of dollars to the Georgetown Community since the 1950’s,” Chief Cudmore said. “Their generosity is truly amazing and we’re extremely grateful for their continued support.”

 

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Georgetown Fire Department Battles House Fire

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Georgetown Fire Department
Fred A. Mitchell Jr., Fire Chief
47 Central Street
Georgetown, MA 01833

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Georgetown Fire Department Battles House Fire that Displaces Family

GEORGETOWN —  Chief Fred A. Mitchell Jr. reports that the Georgetown Fire Department battled a house fire on Tuesday night that resulted in the destruction of a single-family residence.

Firefighters responded at 9:50 p.m. to 3 Hardy Terrace. Chief Mitchell was first on scene and observed fire in the basement area, which quickly spread to the first floor after the basement windows failed.

Crews knocked down the heavy flames and then made an interior attack to extinguish the fire. However, the house was considered a total loss from the fire. Chief Mitchell estimated damages in excess of $500,000.

Fire crews from Groveland, Newbury, Rowley and Haverhill and the fire chiefs Richard York from Groveland, Douglas Janvrin Jr. from Newbury, Michael Dwyer from West Newbury and Brian Geiger from Boxford all responded to the scene to provide mutual aid assistance.

West Newbury and Boxford fire crews also provided station coverage to Georgetown during the incident. The State Fire Marshal’s Office also responded to the scene.

All residents safely exited the home prior to the arrival of firefighters, and no one was injured. The displaced family is reportedly staying with relatives.

The origin and cause of the fire are under investigation. A resident reported to officials that he heard a pop in an electrical socket and that he tried to put the flames out with water but was unsuccessful.

The fire investigation is just beginning, but in all situations, Chief Mitchell strong urges all residents to dial 911 the moment that they notice an emergency situation.

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