DPW Annual Hydrant Flushing and Valve Testing Begins September 10

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09/09/2024 10:11 AM

AFD Receives Training on Nero's Law

State law that requires training of all first responders in the treatment and transport of Police K9's injured in the line of duty.

05/16/2024 2:40 PM

AFD Town-wide Hydrant Inspections Concludes

Arlington Fire thanks residents for their patience as they complete their annual inspections.

10/23/2023 3:03 PM

Donated AEDs Installed at Two Arlington Fields

Automated External Defibrillators installed at Thorndike and Buck Fields in case of emergency.

08/08/2023 8:53 AM

Arlington Fire Welcomes Eight New Firefighters

Recruits graduated from Mass Firefighting Academy.

07/05/2022 9:44 AM

2022 Hurricane Season Runs to Nov 1, Preparedness Recommended

Before a storm, Arlington Public Safety Officials recommend bringing in outdoor furniture, charging batteries, creating emergency kits, and more.

07/01/2022 2:30 PM

Know the Signs of a Stroke and Act F.A.S.T.

May is Stroke Awareness Month

04/29/2022

APD, AFD Respond to Numerous Reports of People Falling Through Ice at Spy Pond

Ice is unpredictable, please stay off of it. The only safe ice is at a skating rink.

01/23/2022 1:38 PM

AFD Chief Reports on Early Morning Fire at Chestnut Manor

Fund to help victims has been set up.

01/22/2022 12:20 PM

Arlington Alerts Moves to Everbridge Mass Notification

Did you receive the phone call Jan 12? If so no action required. If not read on.

01/13/2022 3:00 PM

Plan Ahead for Shutdown of 3G Cellular Networks

Residents and businesses who rely on older technology should plan for the potential loss of cell and data functions, specifically 911 service availability.

12/06/2021 10:54 AM

AFD Chief Reports on Fire on Egerton Road

Reminds residents to have working smoke detectors in their home.

06/03/2021 7:40 AM

AFD Chief Kelley Reports on Fire in Arlington Center

No injuries to firefighters, civilians, or animals, some business impacts. DPCD follows up.

04/30/2021 2:09 PM

A Year With COVID-19 in Pictures

The Town reflects on the last year of the pandemic on social media.

03/08/2021 7:25 PM

Initial Regional First Responder Vaccination Clinics Wrap Up

Arlington, Belmont, and Lexington continue to advocate for more doses, continue partnership.

02/11/2021 6:40 PM

AFD Chief Reminds Residents Open Burning Not Allowed

However, natural gas and LP fueled heaters and fire pits are permissible.

09/29/2020 11:47 AM

Arlington Issue Statement Regarding Death of George Floyd and Actions of Minneapolis Police

05/29/2020 3:56 PM

Fire Prevention Meetings Are Now By Appointment Only

03/16/2020 2:29 PM

Free Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Seniors

Part of Home Safety Program to Keep Residents Safe

03/29/2018 4:50 PM

Municipal Service Firefighter Examination in March, Application Deadline Feb. 7

This examination is being held to establish an eligible list from which to fill Firefighter vacancies in civil service for the Town of Arlington.

01/09/2018 1:29 PM