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Photo: Santa is Coming to Town


Second District Vol Fire Department and Rescue Squad, November 13

The Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad is gearing up for its beloved Santa Run tradition! Keep your eyes peeled and your holiday spirit high as Santa rides through our neighborhoods on a fire engine, spreading cheer and smiles.

They will be leaving the station promptly at 6:00 p.m. each night. You can follow the schedule of Santa Runs on the department’s Facebook page.

🎁 Don’t ... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo: Heavy Lifting and Rigging Drill


Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, November 12

Members recently conducted a heavy lifting and rigging drill utilizing a tractor-trailer. Crews practiced lifting and stabilization techniques using Paratech HydraFusion struts, pneumatic bottle jacks, Griphoists, and come-alongs. Training also included securing the trailer axles with chains and utilizing rigging equipment, chains, and chain binders to tension and stabilize the trailer while controlling ... (Full Story & Photos)

Car10 on the Capitol Beltway for an MVC they came across while enroute to class.


Calvert Advanced Life Support, November 12

This past Monday, while en route to a training class, PMIC Warddle in Car10 came across a motor vehicle collision in Prince George’s County on the Capital Beltway.
PMIC Warddle immediately activated her emergency lights, exited the vehicle, and began assessing the patients while notifying Prince George’s County Fire Department through their communications channel.
She provided care and reassurance ... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo: Santa's Workshop


Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department & EMS, November 11

SANTA'S WORKSHOP

Please join the Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department & EMS Auxiliary for an afternoon of Christmas Magic!

Sunday, December 13, 2026

12:30pm - 4pm

Santa and Mrs. Claus Arrive at 1:15pm

There will be crafts, Santa Shop for the kids ($1 per gift item), make Reindeer Food, and more! Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus!!... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo: Christmas Movie Night


Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department & EMS, November 10

GRINCH MOVIE NIGHT

Join us for a little mischief and a lot of Christmas FUN!

Friday, December 11, 2026
6pm-8pm

Bring your favorite chair or blanket and pillow... Wear your favorite Christmas PJ's!

RSVP Required: please visit https://store.civfd.com/christmasmovie and add to cart for each child attending and checkout

There is NO COST for this event. Donations are welcome and appreciated.... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo: American Red Cross Blood Drive


Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department & EMS, November 10

Blood Drive Hosted By: Cobb Island
Volunteer Fire Department

17069 Cobb Island Road
Cobb Island, MD 20625

Saturday, December 19, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor code CobblslandVFD to schedule an appointment.

For all Eligibility Questions please call 1-866-236-3276.

Streamline your donation experience and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Photo: CCRDT MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: MASON GODDARD


Calvert County Rescue Dive Team, November 09

We're kicking off a new series introducing the volunteers behind the Calvert County Rescue Dive Team!

Our team is made up of individuals from all walks of life, each bringing unique backgrounds, experiences, and skills to our mission. Over the coming weeks, we'll be highlighting members of CCRDT, sharing their stories, what brought them to the team, and what being a volunteer means to them.

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Photo: SDVFDRS Calendar Sales


Second District Vol Fire Department and Rescue Squad, November 07

🎉 THE 2027 CALENDARS ARE HERE! 🎉

Support your local volunteers while getting a chance to win throughout the year! 🚒❤️
The Second District Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad 2027 Calendars are now available!

You can scan the QR code from the flyer or simply click the link below.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/second-district-volunteer-fire-dept-and-rescue-squad-calendar

📅 Only ... (Full Story & Photos)



Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department, November 07

Reminder that bingo has been cancelled for November 7th

🎉 BINGO NIGHT 🎉

Looking for a fun night out with a chance to win BIG? Join us on NOVEMBER 7th to experience our new Bingo format created to give you more chances to win!

💵 Admission: $50
Includes 1 Large Packet for all 10 regular games (12 cards)
✨ Games pay: $200 (first BINGO) & $300 (double BINGO)*

➕ Want more chances to win?
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CALS members that attended the K9 TCCC course.


Calvert Advanced Life Support, November 06

Over the past two days, members of CALS attended the Veterinary Tactical Group K9 TCCC course held at the Island Creek K9 training facility.

The two-day course, instructed by veterinarians and veterinary technicians, focuses on care for working dogs. Topics covered include heat emergencies, bloat, trauma, choking, K9 CPR, medication administration, and advanced airway management.

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