Congratulations to Dylan Ballantine on his graduation from the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Academy Recruit Class 54! Photo credit Ballantine family
Congratulations Chris Petry – Newest Paramedic
July 12, 2024 by
Chris completed his final testing for National Registry Paramedic and this week received his certificate and patches. Major life accomplishment!.
Milton Zepp Inducted into MSFA Hall of Fame
June 18, 2024 by
During the 2024 Maryland State Firemen’s Association Convention in Ocean City, Milton Zepp was inducted into the State Hall of Fame. Congratulations Milton for your many years of service to Emergency Services and to our department and community.
Alex Carlson and Duncan Christensen Graduate from EST
June 3, 2024 by
Congratulations to Alex Carlson and Duncan Christensen who graduated from the Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Services – EST (Emergency Services Training) Program. During their 2023-24 school year, they completed EMT, Firefighter 1, PPE, Hazmat, Rescue Tech, Firefighter safety and survival.
Looking forward to their long volunteer career in operations.
Lt Chris Petry Graduates from College
May 24, 2024 by
Congratulations to Chris Petry who graduated from Carroll Community College with an Associate’s degree in Applied Sciences completing their Paramedic program. Now he just needs to complete the National Registry Paramedic exam. This is a major life accomplishment!!
Photo copyright Chris Petry Facebook.
Assistant Chief Marques Price Receives Award
May 13, 2024 by
On Monday, May 13, 2024, during the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Public Safety Awards, Marques received an award for responding as the Volunteer Battalion Chief to a house fire in the Manchester-Lineboro area. During that incident multiple victims were successfully rescued from the house.
Shane Shifflett Graduates from Baltimore County Fire Academy.
May 13, 2024 by
Congratulations to our own Shane Shifflett who recently graduated from Baltimore County Fire Academy. During his time in the academy, he needed to take a break from volunteering, but we are grateful to have him back on the Volunteer crews here in Westminster.
Photo copyright the family Facebook collection.
Member Collin Snyder Graduates from Carroll County Sheriff’s Academy
March 28, 2024 by
Our 2023 Fireman of the Year, Collin Snyder graduated from the Class 7 of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Academy this week. Collin had been working in the Detention Center, then attending the academy and volunteering as a firefighter for us all at the same time. We are so happy for Collin and are proud to see Collin achieve his career goals. Congratulations Collin, be safe in your new role. Photo Credit: Family facebook.
Member Alex Carlson earns Scholastic Award
March 27, 2024 by
Alex Carlson was awarded a Scholastic Letter at Westminster High School. Alex started with us as a junior member and moved to the senior membership in June of 2023. He currently in this year’s Emergency Services Training Program at the Carroll County Public Safety Training Center. Family photo credit.
Poe and Dunkin Donuts celebrate Maryland Day by visiting the Westminster Fire Department
March 26, 2024 by
By Westminster Fire Department PIO Kevin Dayhoff (All photos by Kevin Dayhoff / Westminster Fire Department unless otherwise credited.)
Monday, March 25, 2024 Westminster Md. – On Monday morning, the Dunkin Donuts truck – the Dunkin’ Community Cruiser, along with the Ravens’ mascot Poe, and Ravens staffers celebrated Maryland Day by visiting the Westminster Fire Department.
Dunkin’ and Poe rolled into the Westminster fire station at 28 John Street to say thanks to firefighters with Maryland Day themed doughnuts and coffee. The Baltimore Ravens have a long history and tradition of honoring and supporting military and first responder personnel.
According to Jerry Jackson, writing for the Carroll County Times on Monday, March 25, “The Baltimore Ravens and Dunkin’ traveled to Carroll County on Monday, to deliver “Poegrams.” Ravens mascot Poe, staff members and the Dunkin’ Community Cruiser visited Carrolltowne Elementary School in Sykesville, Maryland State Police in Westminster, and Westminster Fire Department, to deliver Dunkin’s Maryland-themed donuts alongside freshly brewed coffee.
Poe became the official Ravens’ mascot in 1998, two-years after then-owner Art Model formed the team in 1996. Poe was named after the famous Baltimore poet Edgar Allan Poe. The name “Poe” comes the famous Baltimore poet Edgar Allen Poe.
1998 is the same year the Westminster fire company moved its fire station from Main Street to its current location at 28 John Street. This year the Westminster Fire Department is celebrating its 201st year of serving and protecting the Carroll County community.
The Westminster Fire and Engine Hose Co. No. 1 would like to express our gratitude and appreciation to the Baltimore Ravens’ organization for visiting our first responder family early Monday Morning, March 25. Thank you.
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