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Our department is located in Howland, Maine. We cover an area of over 3,300 residence. Founded over 60 years ago, our department consisted of passionate fire and EMS first responders. Our members are dedicated individuals who, despite the risks of the profession, provide our community with important fire protection and safety services 24/7.
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Burlington voters agree to fire contract with Howland
Burlington – Facing both budgetary and manpower pressures, Burlington Fire Chief John Smith urged residents to agree to a fire contract with nearby Howland to provide full-time coverage. Taxpayers overwhelmingly agreed to the idea on Monday night, with Burlington’s...
Connecticut father and son seriously injured in moose crash
HOWLAND - A Connecticut father and son were seriously injured Friday after hitting a moose on the interstate. Michael Pelletier, 64, and his son, David, 31, of Enfield, Conn. suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries after crashing into the animal in a Ford...
Local department wins big with Parking Lot Bingo
ORONO - A local fire department is doing what it can to help those most affected by social distancing due to the Coronavirus. Last week, members of the Howland Fire and Ambulance Department visited Orono Commons for a special day of Parking Lot Bingo for residents of...
Wind gusts responsible for spreading illegal burn
HOWLAND - Unpredictable wind patterns caused a grass fire to get out of control on Water Street Tuesday. Firefighters arrived at 76 Water Street at 11:30 a.m. after a planned burn in the back yard along the river bank spread to a neighboring property and encroached...