Newton Firefighters Local 863

06/01/2026

Honored to stand with our brothers and sisters of the Boston Fire Department today to pay our final respects to Firefighter Robert “Bobby” Kilduff Jr.

​A testament to the brotherhood of the fire service, our members were proud to join departments from across the region to honor a hero who gave everything for his city. Our deepest condolences remain with the Kilduff family and the men and women of the BFD. Rest in peace, brother.

05/30/2026

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It's a dual celebration Fire Prevention Friday meets Station Saturday! Today, we're having highlighting the heartbeat of our Department, our Fire Prevention Office.

These members are responsible for much more than just fire investigations; they handle the vital permitting and inspections that ensure fire alarm systems across Newton are up to code and ready to protect you.

Standing alongside our vintage Gamewell fire alarm boxes, we're reminded of how far fire technology has advanced. Yet, one thing remains unchanged: the necessity of community vigilance. While our tool have evolved from the classic box to modern smart detection, our mission to keep Newton safe remains the same.

We're proud to serve you every single day. See us out in the community? Come say hi!!!!

05/27/2026

Breakfast with the Mayor and the community. Always a pleasure to see so many familiar faces working to make our city better.

05/23/2026

Station Saturday! It was hard to resist this photo opportunity of Engine 7.

Big shoutout to our members at Station 7 on Elliot Street! 🚒

​Did you know that the roots of firefighting in this area run incredibly deep? Long before modern stations, the "Cataract Engine Company" was formed in the Upper Falls village; making it one of the oldest fire organizations in all of Newton. There is a great book scanned in at the , that has all this history!

​While the gear and the trucks have certainly evolved since the early days of 1812, the commitment to keeping our community safe remains exactly the same. Whether it’s E7 or L2 rolling out, these folks are always ready to answer the call.

​Next time you’re passing through Upper Falls, give a wave to the crew at 144 Elliot!

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05/22/2026

Happy Fire Prevention Friday!

05/21/2026

Throwback Thursday

From the April 1925 Boston Globe:

Chief Randlett will officially open a new firehouse, Monday evening at 8 o’clock, in West Newton, which will be manned by hundreds of firemen, callmen and ranking officers. Engine 13 will be the name of the new headquarters. For on the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord the Newton Firemen’s Relief Association will hold its first grand ball. A tapper has been installed in the State Armory, West Newton, where the ball will take place. Apparatus will be stationed there and in case of fire the men will be able to make as quick a response as though they were in their own houses.

The association was organized in 1878 and incorporated in 1884. Chief Clarence Randlett is president, Assistant Chief George K. Stacey, vice president, and Sabin W. Corbett, secretary and treasurer.

Guests will include Mayor Childs, city officials, State representatives, and the chiefs of departments in surrounding cities and towns, including Fire Commissioner Glynn and Chief Sennott of the Boston Fire Department.
Thomas W. Enegess is chairman of the committee, John E. Corcoran, secretary, and Frederick A. Perkins, treasurer, assisted by Francis J. Linehan, Charles Kramp, Joseph P. Murphy, Joseph Coakley, Arthur R. McCarthy, John J. Furdon, John Cushing and William Uriah Fogwill.

Chief Randlett will be floor marshal. Assistant Chief George K. Stacey, floor director and Thomas W. Enegess, John Furdon and Sabin W. Corbett, assistant floor directors. Aids will be: Edward Hennrikus, William R. Jones, William Scott, Carl A. Eschleback, Thomas J. Burke, Edward A. Jones, Roderick J. McLean, Joseph Fitzgerald, Hugh McDonald, Joseph Abban, John L. Babin, John F. O’Connor, John W. Scott, Fred Wyeth, Lionel Wyeth, Parmenas E. Ellis, John Calden, Edward A. Keegan, Michael L. Keegan, Phillip J. Thomson, Arthur R. Pierce and Timothy E. Healey.
Reception committee includes: Arthur R. McCarthy, Benjamin F. Tripp.

Happy

05/06/2026

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We love seeing people decorate and take pride in their hydrants.

We love it even more when the shovel them in the winter. It is the best proactive fire prevention you can do!

05/03/2026

Today, members of Newton Firefighters Local 863 traded the hoses and ladders for power washers and rakes at the West Newton Playground. We were proud to join volunteer groups from across the city for NewtonServes, a massive day of community service that brings together over 1,000 volunteers annually to beautify our parks, schools, and open spaces.

Our crew spent the morning power washing the playground equipment and spreading 25 yards of fresh pine chips to ensure the playground is safe and ready for peak playtime. And we beat the rain!

Special thanks to the crew of Ladder 1 for the surprise visit! They stopped by to check on our progress right after clearing a fire alarm just up the street. 

Newton is the community we protect and care for every single day. We’re proud to give back to the city that supports us, both on and off the clock.

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

Nothing beats a firehouse with soul.

Our firefighters spend 24 hours away from their loved ones, answering calls & making the station their second home.

Kudos to Station 1, Newton Corner, for setting the bar high & taking pride in their space.

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