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The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Manchester (MA) Fire Wins $188K to Buy Radios

Posted: Oct 4, 2026

Manchester (MA) Fire Wins $188K to Buy Radios

Manchester-by-the-Sea Fire Department will buy 28 new portable radios with a federal grant and town match, improving direct communication with neighboring and federal responders.

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Boise (ID) Fire to Increase Staffing at Three Fire Stations After Winning Grant

Posted: Oct 3, 2026

Boise (ID) Fire to Increase Staffing at Three Fire Stations After Winning Grant

Boise Fire got a $2.3 million FEMA grant to hire nine firefighters and add four-person staffing at three more stations, officials said will improve response times and safety.

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Cleveland (OH) Plans $245 Million Overhaul of Aging Fire Stations

Posted: Oct 3, 2026

Cleveland (OH) Plans $245 Million Overhaul of Aging Fire Stations

Cleveland has a $245 million plan to repair, renovate or replace its aging fire stations, aiming to improve firefighter and EMS safety, response times and station layouts.

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Lake Geneva (WI) Moves Closer to Purchasing Land for Public Safety Facility

Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Lake Geneva (WI) Moves Closer to Purchasing Land for Public Safety Facility

Lake Geneva City Council authorized negotiations to buy 16 acres on South Edwards Blvd. for a proposed public safety building to house the fire and police departments.

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