News and Events Promotions October 2nd, 2019 Oct 06, 2019 As of October 2nd, 2019 there were two promotions: Lt. Christopher Dillon was promoted to Fire Captain FF. Sam Parsons was promoted to Fire Lieutenant. Congratulations and we wish them well in their new assignments. New Hires (August 23, 2018) Aug 24, 2018 New Hires Two new Firefighter/Paramedics started with the Melrose Fire Department this week:  On Tuesday August, 21st FF. Michael Bell started with the MFD, Mike comes from Amesbury where he worked for 9 years. Mike brings many years of firefighting experience and patient care as a paramedic to Melrose. We want to wish him well as he continues his career here in Melrose. Retirements Jul 21, 2018 On June 29th, 2018 Captain Robert Kendall (Engine Co. 2) and Firefighter Scott Colborne (Engine Co. 2) retired from the Melrose Fire Department. Capt. Kendall was appointed on November 1, 1984 and FF. Colborne was appointed on June 29, 2018. We wish them both health and happiness in their retirement.  Pictured below is Group 3 with Capt. Special Signal 10-15 Jan 23, 2017 . Promotions Jul 02, 2014 Congratulations to FF. Mike O'Connor on his recent promotion to the rank of Fire Lieutenant effective           June 12, 2014.  Fire Lieutenant O'Connor will be assigned to Ladder 1, Group 4. Page Last Updated: Nov 05, 2023 (08:37:00)