IAFF Local 1501 New Philadelphia Fire

10/19/2026

🩷 Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts Are Here! 🩷

We want to apologize for the delay, but our Breast Cancer Awareness shirts have finally arrived and are now ready for pickup at the fire station!

Thank you all for your patience and for supporting our Local 1501 Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser. We truly appreciate everyone who ordered a shirt and helped support this important cause.

We’re already looking ahead to next year! Our goal is to get things started much earlier and, hopefully, introduce a brand-new, one-of-a-kind design that will make next year’s shirts something extra special.

Thank you again for your continued support! ❤️👨‍🚒

09/29/2026

Tonight, Mayor Day presented Cerificates of Commendation to eight members of the Fire Department for their exceptional skill, teamwork, and composure for treating a patient on August 12, 2025. The firefighters had earned the 2026 EMS Star of Life award from the Ohio Department of Public Safety. The firefighters were joined tonight by the patient they had treated, as well as his sister and mother.

09/28/2026

Day after day, the ladies and gentlemen of Local 1501, strive to make sure we give the best pre-hospital care we can! We're all proud of you and the work that you do!

Strong Work!!

Congratulations to NPFD EMS for the exceptional care provided for a recent stroke patient who received TNK treatment in just 22 minutes, well under the 30-minute goal.

Their recognition of stroke symptoms, rapid response, and outstanding patient care enabled the Emergency Department team to act quickly, helping to reduce the potential disability resulting from stroke. This achievement highlights the critical role EMS plays in ensuring timely, life-changing treatment for our patients.

The Stroke Program is grateful for NPFD EMS's continued vigilance, commitment, and dedication to delivering high-quality stroke care to our community.

09/26/2026

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We're down to 1 day and a few hours left! Don't forget to order your shirts!

09/21/2026

Police have I.D. the victim, who has since died. Find the latest at http://wtuz.com/victim-identified-in-deadly-new-philadelphia-shooting/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAEwAAEe9BNcVC4ZY4oK57jQ3_c2D6jyHr6doyYcwrQNnU4XilPPTmbmzqncHy7DbFE_aem_I48mjRwxU0abAFrtZv-abQ

09/13/2026

🎀 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 🎀

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This October, IAFF Local 1501 is proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering our own commemorative shirts, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Warrior Boutique, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to helping cancer survivors regain confidence and feel comfortable in their own skin. After seeing our brothers and sisters at Uhrichsville Firefighters IAFF Local 4265 giving to this local community gem, we had to jump on board!

Warrior Boutique provides cancer survivors with a free wig and scarf, offering support during what can be an incredibly difficult time. We’re honored to be able to give back to an organization making such a meaningful difference right here in our community. ❤️

👕 The shirt sale is now LIVE!
📅 Orders must be placed by September 27th, 2026

Every shirt purchased helps us support Warrior Boutique and the survivors they serve.

You may pick up your order at the fire station within the given time at checkout, or you may have it shipped straight to you!

Thank you for supporting IAFF Local 1501 and, more importantly, for helping us support those in our community who are fighting cancer. 🎀

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Any questions, please reach out to us!

09/03/2026

Eyes up, ears open!

08/20/2026

Our neighbors in Muskingum and Perry Counties are facing a significant recovery effort following the severe storms and widespread flooding that struck southeastern Ohio on August 11.

Muskingum County declared a local state of emergency, followed by Governor Mike DeWine issuing a state of emergency declaration for Muskingum and Perry Counties. The declarations allow additional state resources and personnel to be coordinated in support of local response and recovery efforts.

Some areas received approximately 5–8 inches of rainfall, resulting in rapidly rising floodwaters, flooded roads, homes, businesses and vehicles, and significant damage throughout the affected communities.

The response has required a tremendous effort from firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, emergency management, public works crews, volunteers and state resources. Ohio Army National Guard personnel and vehicles were deployed to assist with rescue and evacuation operations, while additional swift-water rescue resources were brought in to support local crews.

Now, New Philadelphia is answering the call.

The New Philadelphia Fire Department is sending six personnel to assist with the ongoing response and recovery efforts in Muskingum County.

These six members will join countless other public safety professionals working to support the communities affected by this disaster — helping with the difficult work that continues even after the water begins to recede.

Local 1501 is proud of our members and the New Philadelphia Fire Department for stepping up when our neighbors need us.

Stay safe, Muskingum County.

"Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2

08/18/2026

Local 1501 is just on fire, figuratively speaking and full pun intended, with good news! We're excited to see what the future holds for our newest brother! Congratulations on making it through to this stage! The city is a better place because your here! 🚒

08/12/2026

Thank You, New Philadelphia Fire Department & Lowe’s!

Among everything going on, we want to take a moment to thank the New Philadelphia Fire Department for continuing to make quality training available to our members.

We had a need for wooden blocks to keep our forcible-entry door prop functional and realistic. A few of our members made a suggestion, Assistant Chief Tharp made a phone call, and New Philadelphia Lowe’s came through in a big way!

Lowe’s donated wood that could no longer be sold in the store, giving it a second purpose. What may have otherwise been wasted can now help us train to efficiently gain entry when seconds matter most.

The continued support and partnership of Lowe’s and businesses throughout our community help the New Philadelphia Fire Department and IAFF Local 1501 stay trained, prepared, and ready to serve.

Thank you, Lowe’s, for supporting your local firefighters! 🚒👨‍🚒