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Excellent training for aspiring officers, seasoned officers wishing to improve command and tactical skills, or training officers looking to bring train-the-trainer to their agency/region.
This workshop is being offered free of charge
Registration email: hazmat@keenenh.gov
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Join us at the University of Vermont for the Vermont EMS Conference 2026, March 6-8, 2026! This engaging and informative event is designed specifically for EMS professionals, educators, and clinicians from across Vermont and the Northeast. This conference offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in dynamic educational sessions, explore cutting-edge research, participate in hands-on training, and connect with peers through valuable networking opportunities. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, or collaborate with others in the field, this event is the perfect platform to advance your career and improve patient care.
Lodging:
We have room blocks at the following hotels:
- Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center ($99/night)
- DoubleTree by Hilton ($119/night) [Special rate ends 2/13/26]
- Courtyard by Marriott Burlington Harbor ($139/night) [Special rate ends 2/10/26]
Conference website:
https://uvmd10.drup2.uvm.edu/larnermed/cmie/2026-vermont-emergency-services-conference
It is with regret that Southwestern NH District Fire Mutual Aid and The Fitzwilliam Fire Department, announce the passing of Retired Lt. of Fire Mutual Aid and Retired Chief of Fitzwilliam Fire Department, Edwin Mattson Jr.
Ed began his career at Fire Mutual Aid in 1966 retiring the first time in 1987, to then return part time to Mutual Aid in 1998, being promoted to Lt, a rank he held until his retirement in 2021. Totaling 44 years of dedicated service to Fire Mutual Aid and our dispatch communities.
Ed joined the Fitzwilliam Fire Department in 1958, served as Chief from 1967 to 1986 and from 2008 until his retirement in 2013. Ed remained active on the Fire Department as a senior member until his passing.
Ed also had over 50 Years of dedicated service as a Fire Warden in Cheshire County.
Ed was a friend to all and a mentor to many.
Services will be posted when available.
Simulation Training hosted by Tyler Boucher, Fitzwilliam Fire Department
Friday, December 19, 2025
1800-2000hrs
The Drillyard (156 Bowkerville Road, Fitzwilliam, NH)
Topics presented:
What is simulation?
What types of simulation exist?
Implementing simulation on a limited budget.
Simulation training scars.
Logistics of simulation.
Do's and Don’ts for simulation.
How to bring high fidelity simulation to your home department.
Rescue INC/VEMSA will have their brand-new, high fidelity sim lab present for the event along with a sim instructor to display unit capabilities and provide a few short sim scenarios for willing participants.
Training is free and open to everyone. (There may be limited participation opportunities based on attendance and time.)
At the request of President Ken March, tomorrow's scheduled Board of Directors Meeting is being postponed due to forecasted weather.
The new date will be December 17, 2025 at SWNHDFMA at 1900hrs. The meeting will instead be held at SWNHDFMA, Headquarters, 32 Vernon St, Keene NH in the 2nd floor meeting room.
The meeting will not be sent out by Zoom. Should anyone have any questions or concerns please contact Chief March.
Thank you
Michael Winn
Interim Chief
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 - 7:00 pm
Cheshire County Building - 12 Court Street, Keene
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4097488803?pwd=OdD6CUwI7q7TSzVq1S4esUaYMTt1lO.1&omn=84743330567
Meeting ID: 409 748 8803
Passcode: 603123
Agenda posted under Board of Directors Meetings