Marblehead Fire Department

10/20/2026

Engine 2 responded mutual aid to the City of Salem last night for their 2nd alarm fire on Lynde St.

Pictured are Firefighters Tarasuik and Norman working at the fire scene.

PC: Matthew Gregoire via X

10/14/2026

WELCOME TO THE MARBLEHEAD FIRE DEPARTMENT!

The Marblehead Fire Department is proud to announce the hiring of Firefighters Zachary Perlman and Joshua Solomon!

Zack has a strong connection to our department, having completed his Marblehead High School Senior Project here at the Marblehead Fire Department. He went on to attend college in Rhode Island and served with the Bristol Fire Department, gaining valuable experience in the fire service.

Josh proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps, bringing his commitment to service and dedication to others to his new role with the Marblehead Fire Department.

Both firefighters will attend the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy in November as they begin the next chapter of their careers.

Please join us in welcoming Zack and Josh to the Marblehead Fire Department family! We look forward to working alongside them and wish them the best as they begin their careers serving the residents of Marblehead.

Welcome aboard, Zack and Josh!

10/12/2026

RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT – CAPTAIN GREGG McLAUGHLIN

The Marblehead Fire Department announces the retirement of Captain Gregg McLaughlin following nearly 25 years of dedicated service to the fire service, including more than 20 years serving the residents of Marblehead.

Gregg began his fire service career with the Westford Fire Department in 2001 before joining the Marblehead Fire Department on February 26, 2006. Throughout his career, he served as a firefighter, Lieutenant, and Captain, consistently demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the Department and our community.

Throughout his time in Marblehead, Captain McLaughlin took on numerous responsibilities, serving as a Fire Investigator, Assistant Training Officer, Grant Writer, and most recently, Fire Prevention Inspector.

Among his many contributions, Gregg secured $169,690 in federal grant funding in 2010 to replace the Department’s UHF radio system, improving communications capabilities for our members. In his most recent role in Fire Prevention, he modernized permitting and inspection processes, improving efficiency while maintaining a steadfast commitment to fire code enforcement and the safety of our community.

Gregg’s dedication and professionalism were recognized in 2009 when he received a Group Award during the annual Firefighter of the Year ceremony for his teamwork during the rescue of a 16-year-old boy. Throughout his career, he has been a respected officer, trusted mentor, and valued member of the Marblehead Fire Department.

While we are sad to see Gregg leave the Department, we are incredibly grateful for the lasting impact he has made on our organization and the community he has served. His leadership, integrity, and commitment to public safety will continue to benefit the Department for years to come.

On behalf of the officers and members of the Marblehead Fire Department, we congratulate Captain McLaughlin on his retirement and thank him for his many years of dedicated service.

Please join us in wishing Gregg good health, happiness, and all the best in this next chapter.

Congratulations, Captain McLaughlin, and thank you for your service to the Marblehead Fire Department and the residents of Marblehead!

10/02/2026

Attention Realtors!!!!!

09/11/2026

25 Years. We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget.

Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, our nation experienced an unimaginable tragedy that forever changed our country and the fire service.

Today, the Marblehead Fire Department remembers and honors the 343 firefighters and 60 police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to the attacks on our nation. We also remember the thousands of civilians who lost their lives that day.

We honor the first responders who ran toward danger while others were running away. Their courage, sacrifice, and selflessness continue to inspire generations of firefighters and first responders.

We also remember the members of the fire service, law enforcement, EMS, and others who have lost their lives in the years since September 11th as a result of illnesses and conditions connected to their service at Ground Zero and the surrounding areas.

We remember those we lost on September 11th.
We remember those we have lost since.
We honor those who continue to carry the burden.
And we will never forget.

09/10/2026

08/31/2026

BARN FIRE ON PLEASANT STREET

At approximately 3:26 PM, Marblehead Fire and Police Dispatch began receiving multiple 911 calls reporting a barn fire in the area of 72 Pleasant Street.

Chief Gilliland was the first to arrive on scene and reported a 40' x 40', two-and-a-half-story barn with a walk-out basement, with fire showing from the first floor. Chief Gilliland ordered a Working Fire, bringing mutual aid companies to Marblehead to provide additional coverage for the Town.

Marblehead Engines 1 and 2 and Ladder 1 arrived on scene and stretched a handline to the front entrance of the barn. Once the barn doors were opened, crews quickly located and extinguished the fire.

The fire was contained to the first floor. Firefighters conducted extensive overhaul of the affected area and checked for any fire extension to the remainder of the structure.

The incident remains under investigation by the Marblehead Fire Department, Marblehead Police Department, and Massachusetts State Troopers assigned to the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

The Marblehead Fire Department would like to thank the following agencies and organizations for their assistance:
• City of Lynn Fire Department and Salem Fire Department & Emergency Management for providing mutual aid coverage to the Town of Marblehead.
• REHAB FIVE for providing water and Gatorade to firefighters operating at the scene.
• Beauport Ambulance Service, Inc. for providing medical coverage on scene.
• Marblehead Police Department for providing traffic control and assisting with scene safety.
• Marblehead Municipal Light Department and Inspectional Services for responding to the scene and assisting with the incident.

The Marblehead Fire Department would also like to thank the residents and motorists in the area for their cooperation while emergency crews operated at the scene.

08/22/2026

Engine 2 operating in Salem at their second alarm fire last week.

08/07/2026

Boating Accident Response – August 6, 2026

Just after 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, the Marblehead Fire Department was dispatched to State Street Landing for the report of a boating accident involving multiple injured occupants.

Upon arrival at State Street Landing, the Marblehead, Salem, and Beverly Harbormasters were already on scene. Two occupants had been rescued by the Harbormasters and transported to State Street Landing, where they were transferred to awaiting Beauport Ambulance crews for evaluation and transport.

Marblehead Fire Department personnel then boarded a Marblehead Harbormaster vessel and responded to the accident scene. Crews located a vessel that had come completely out of the water and was resting atop Grays Rock

Beverly Harbormaster’s secured an additional patient and transported the patient to State Street Landing to be transferred to Beauport Ambulance.

Marblehead firefighters and the Salem Harbormaster entered the water to find additional injured victims outside the vessel on Grays Rock. Firefighters, assisted by the Salem Harbormaster, safely secured the patient and transferred them to a Marblehead Harbormaster boat. Emergency medical care was initiated while en route back to State Street Landing, where the patient was transferred to Beauport Ambulance.

The Salem Harbormaster transported two additional occupants with minor injuries to State Street Landing after confirming that all individuals involved in the incident had been accounted for.

Marblehead Police officers assisted Beauport Ambulance personnel with patient packaging and the movement of patients from the dock to awaiting ambulances.

In total, six patients were transported to area hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to serious.
The Marblehead Fire Department extends its sincere appreciation to all of the agencies whose coordinated response ensured a rapid and effective rescue operation.

We thank the Marblehead Harbormaster, Salem Harbormaster's Office, Beverly Harbormaster, U.S. Coast Guard, Marblehead Police Department, Beauport Ambulance Service, Inc., and the Marblehead Fire and Police 911 Dispatchers for their outstanding teamwork and professionalism throughout this incident.