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Ilion, NY Fire Department The Ilion, NY Fire Department is a combination Career & Volunteer Fire Department serving the Village of Ilion and surrounding communities.

We strive to provide professional, prompt and courteous service at all times.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIlion Fire Department Announces New Battery-Powered Rescue ToolThe Ilion Fire Department is proud t...
09/16/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Ilion Fire Department Announces New Battery-Powered Rescue Tool

The Ilion Fire Department is proud to announce the purchase of a Holmatro PCT 50 Combination Rescue Tool, made possible through the continued support of the Ilion Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, Ilion Volunteer Fire Company No. 2, and the Ilion Ambulance Fund. The funding available through the Ambulance Fund was bolstered by generous donations made in memory of past member Len Hendrix, helping make this important equipment purchase possible.

The Holmatro PCT 50 is a modern, battery-powered combination extrication tool that adds to the department’s existing hydraulic rescue equipment. By reducing setup time and eliminating the need for hose deployment in certain situations, the tool allows firefighters to increase operational speed and expand overall rescue capabilities during emergency operations.

The PCT 50 provides cutting, spreading, and crushing capabilities, making it a valuable addition to the department’s vehicle extrication equipment. Its cordless design allows firefighters to quickly deploy the tool at an accident scene and operate without the limitations of hydraulic hose lines. The tool can also be utilized for forcible entry operations, providing firefighters with another option when gaining access to buildings, vehicles, doors, and other barriers.

The addition of the PCT 50 does not replace the department’s existing hydraulic extrication equipment. Instead, it expands the tools and capabilities available to firefighters, allowing crews to select the appropriate equipment for the situation and, when circumstances permit, begin operations more quickly.

Holmatro PCT 50 – Key Features
Battery-powered, cordless combination rescue tool
Combines cutting, spreading, and crushing functions
Designed for vehicle extrication and rescue operations
Can be used for forcible entry applications
Eliminates the need to deploy hydraulic hoses for operations where the battery-powered tool is appropriate
Portable and easily maneuverable in confined spaces
Rechargeable battery operation
Provides an additional rescue capability while allowing the department to continue utilizing its existing hydraulic equipment

The Ilion Fire Department extends its sincere appreciation to the Ilion Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, Ilion Volunteer Fire Company No. 2, and the Ilion Ambulance Fund for their continued support of the department and its mission to provide emergency services to the community.

We also respectfully recognize the contributions made in memory of Len Hendrix. Len's dedication to the Ilion Fire Department and the community continues to have an impact through the support provided by those who donated in his memory.

We apologize for the delay in making this announcement. The department had originally planned to introduce the new tool and put it to use during our monthly extrication training in April. However, following the passing of one of our members, we felt that the timing was not appropriate for that training or for our members to take on an equipment demonstration at that time. We felt it was important to allow our members and department the time needed to deal with that loss appropriately.

We are now pleased to formally recognize the support that made this purchase possible and to place this new tool into service as another resource for the firefighters of the Ilion Fire Department.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support the Ilion Fire Department and our members.

Andrew Monahan
Fire Chief
Ilion Fire Department

The Ilion Fire Department is seeking applications for a Lateral Transfer or Provisional Hire.Provisional candidates must...
08/13/2026

The Ilion Fire Department is seeking applications for a Lateral Transfer or Provisional Hire.

Provisional candidates must have:
BEFO
IFO
Pump Operations
EVOC
Additional fire/EMS training is encouraged.

Minimum Requirements:
EMT-B
Valid Driver’s License

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a professional, dedicated fire department and serve the Ilion community, we want to hear from you!

Chief Monahan
[email protected]
(315) 894-6048

04/29/2026

VILLAGE OF ILION

Office of the Mayor/Public Safety Commissioner
John P. Stephens
[email protected] 315-895-7449 x3065 (office)
April 29, 2026

PRESS RELEASE

Happy Days!!!! After a meeting this morning with Central Paving, the 2026 Village of Ilion Paving Project is set to commence with milling on Wednesday or Thursday next week (May 6 or 7, 2026), if everything goes as planned.

Be aware that there will be heavy equipment and trucks throughout the village and there may be delays and detours caused by the project work.

This project is extensive and we are hopeful that it will allow for completion of 6-7 miles of streets and some work on village owned parking lots.

Please give the crews the courtesy of slowing down and adhering to directions and detours/work related traffic stoppages. Everyone needs to go home at the end of the day.

Thanks,

JPS

John P. Stephens
Mayor/Public Safety Commissioner
Village of Ilion

04/20/2026

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who assisted in providing a proper sendoff for Firefighter Ashley Faubert.
On Thursday, the Little Falls Fire Department and Salisbury Fire Department provided fire/rescue coverage for the Village. On Friday, coverage was handled by the Utica Fire Department and Frankfort Fire Department. MOVAC Ambulance covered EMS both days, as well as the Herkimer Fire Department stood by for any confirmed fires both days.
For parking assistance, thank you to Central Paving and the Herkimer County Sewer District for accommodating overflow during Thursday’s calling hours. On Friday, Turin Management/Re*****on Arms opened their main parking lot for parking and shuttle operations. Thank you as well to HARC and the Central Valley School District for providing buses for this.
I also want to recognize all Village of Ilion departments for their help with traffic during the procession, along with the many police agencies, both local and those who came to Ilion for assisting with traffic control and handling calls.
Thank you to the additional fire departments and EMS agencies that offered to cover or assist in any way. It was appreciated and not unnoticed.
I want to specifically thank both the current and past members of the Ilion Fire Department. From immediately following the accident, to start the process through the conclusion of services and getting everything back in service Saturday morning, a lot of time and effort went into making this come together. We could not have done this without you.
The turnout at the firefighter service at Enea & Ciaccia Family Funeral Home was overwhelming, filling the building with support. Friday’s procession was nothing short of extraordinary, the weather cleared, the sun came out, and the community showed up in incredible numbers along the entire route. The departments that lined up along East Clark Street were amazing. I’m sorry I didn’t get to see and talk with all who came. Turning onto Otsego Street to see firefighters, community members, our ladder truck draped with the flag was unexpected, and the LifeNet flyover, those are moments none of us will ever forget. Thank you to Herkimer County 911 for handling the final call. That made everyone emotional both at the cemetery and all that heard it.
If I missed anyone, it was not intentional. Thank you to everyone who helped and to the community members who came out to pay their respects.
Ashley, rest in peace, Sister. You will not be forgotten.
Thank you,
Andrew Monahan
Fire Chief
Ilion Fire Department

On behalf of the Ilion Fire Department, we thank you all for your support, care, and cooperation during this difficult t...
04/16/2026

On behalf of the Ilion Fire Department, we thank you all for your support, care, and cooperation during this difficult time.
For those planning to attend calling hours today, 4/16/26, they will be held from 2:00–4:00 PM and 5:00–7:00 PM at Enea & Ciaccia Family Funeral Home, 4309 Acme Rd, Ilion, NY 13357. A firefighter service will commence immediately following calling hours.
Please note there will be no shuttle service for calling hours. Parking will be limited due to the expected large turnout. Traffic control personnel will be on-site to assist. We kindly ask for your patience and cooperation.
Overflow parking will be available thanks to Central Paving at 4247 Acme Rd, Frankfort, NY 13340, as well as at the Herkimer County Sewer District, located just west of the funeral home. Please stay off all grass areas. Thank you to both.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, 4/17/26, at 11:30 AM at St. Francis de Sales Church, 219 N. Bellinger St, Herkimer, NY 13350. If you plan to drive to the church, please arrive early as parking in Herkimer will be limited.
Shuttle buses for the funeral will be available from Re*****on Arms (Main Gate), 14 Hoefler Ave, Ilion, NY. Access will be across the street from 55 E. Clark St. Buses will begin arriving at 10:00 AM.
Following the church service, the procession will proceed:
• Bellinger Ave to Mohawk St
• Mohawk St to E. Main St (Village of Mohawk)
• Continuing into Ilion
• Pausing briefly at Central Ave / Route 51 (in front of Central Fire Station)
• Then proceeding south on Route 51 to Spinnerville Gulf Rd
• Concluding at the cemetery
Incoming fire apparatus are to stage on the north side of E. Clark St, beginning at Stewart’s and extending east toward Mohawk. Personnel will be on location to assist with apparatus placement.
All uniformed personnel are requested to be prepared to render honors as the funeral procession passes, observing proper decorum and salute in tribute to our fallen sister.
Once again, thank you for your cooperation, understanding, and most importantly, your support.
Chief Andrew Monahan
Ilion Fire Department

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