The Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad hosted its 2nd annual Trunk-or-Treat event, drawing a large crowd for an afternoon of Halloween festivities. Community members arrived in a variety of creative costumes and joined in the celebration of decorated vehicles and safe trick-or-treating. The event offered a fun and family-friendly atmosphere, with volunteers distributing candy ... (Full Story & Photos)

Death Announcement for Charter Member/Past Chief Byrd J. Raby

It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart that the Officers and Members of the Potomac Heights Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Inc. announce the passing of Charter Member/Past Chief Byrd J. Raby.

Byrd passed away at his home in Tennessee on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Byrd served many offices during his tenure, such ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department will offer a Prime Rib Dinner on Friday, November 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. The menu includes prime rib, baked potato, green beans, salad, and a roll for $30. A cash bar and desserts will be available for an additional charge.

The Annual Fall Craft Show will take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Although vendor spaces ... (Full Story & Photos)

Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Muster Celebrates Fire Service History and the People Who Preserve It

Another successful Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Muster is officially in the books, bringing together fire service enthusiasts, apparatus owners, firefighters, and members of the community for a day dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history of the fire ... (Full Story & Photos)

October has been a busy month with a focus on community outreach and fire prevention. Department members visited two local elementary schools, Mutual Elementary and St. Leonard Elementary, as well as several local day care facilities. We appreciate these organizations for inviting us and allowing us to share important safety information with their students.... (Full Story & Photos)

LPVRS Associates hosted Lexington Park Elementary School PTO’s annual Halloween BINGO.

The children had an amazing time dressing up as their favorite Halloween character, playing BINGO with their parents and winning amazing prizes. Everyone got to participate in a “picnic style” lunch at the rescue squad.

We can’t wait till next year.

Happy Halloween

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Today, the Calvert County Rescue Dive Team hosted a dive medical class taught by Charles “Charlie” Eisele, with members of Calvert Advanced Life Support and Charles County Dive Team joining us.

Charlie brings more than 40 years of experience as a paramedic and is a board-certified Dive Medical Technician and public safety diver. During his career with the FBI, he developed its forensic dive medicine ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026
Brown Bag Auction to benefit the 7D Rescue Squad Aux.
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🚒🔥 October is Fire Prevention Month! 🔥🚒

Today, Squad 7, Engine 72, and EMS 7 had the pleasure of visiting Indian Head Elementary School to talk with their Pre-K and Kindergarten students about fire safety! 🧑‍🚒❤️

Our crews enjoyed teaching these young learners about the importance of fire prevention and helping them build safe habits at an early age. From learning about firefighters and emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)

This past Thursday evening (10/15) was cadet drill night. This week's topics included an introduction to the portable radio, SCBA, and the County Structural Firefighting SOG.

Twice each month the cadets get together to learn about the craft of firefighting. The drill was conducted by NBVFD lieutenant Ryan Ortenzo. Lieutenant Ortenzo, an NBVFD legacy, entered the department as a cadet several years ... (Full Story & Photos)