Professional Fire Fighters of Lowell MA Local 853

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

A couple weeks ago, Members of Local 853 and their families braved the blizzard to participate in the 10th Annual BFit Challenge. We are incredibly proud of our team for exceeding our goal and raising $6,611, contributing to the more than $1.4 million raised overall this year.

A huge thank you to our Members for stepping up to support this cause despite the severe weather, and to Wellpoint for their sponsorship!

02/04/2026

Lowell remains busy with another structure fire in Centralville this morning. Strong work, Group 1!

02/03/2026

We would like to congratulate the following members who are celebrating department anniversaries in the month of February:

Lt. Kevin Casey- 20 years
Capt. Nathan Kilbride- 20 years
FF Gabriel Centeno- 20 years
Lt. Scott McDowell- 20 years
FF James Boudreau- 20 years
Lt. Mary Stelmokas- 20 years
FF William Garcia- 20 years
FF Anthony Leite- 10 years
FF Gilceasar Rivera- 10 years
FF Matthew Ward- 10 years
Lt. Daniel Bain- 10 years
Lt. David Provencher- 10 years
Lt. Sean Murphy- 10 years
FF Nick Ryan- 10 years
FF Matthew Robertson- 10 years
FF Victor Berlus- 10 years
FF Joseph Delorme- 7 years
FF Matthew Bahou- 7 years
FF Timothy Greenhalge- 3 years
FF Luis Diaz- 3 years
FF Joel Maldonado- 3 years
FF Jovan Cabrera- 3 years
FF Brett Weaver- 3 years
FF Pannel Davis- 3 years

We thank you all for your continued service and dedication to the City of Lowell, MA - Government. Stay saf!

01/29/2026

Structure Fire in South Lowell this afternoon— strong work Group 3!

01/27/2026

Last Thursday, several of our members were recognized alongside our public safety partners as 'Community Champions' during the Golden Gloves First Responders Night.

Here are a few photos of Lt. Mike Dexter, FF Oscar Jimenez, FF Stevie DaSilva, and FF Corey Nadeau being honored for their actions at the Central Street fire back in February 2025. Standing in the ring with our Brothers are EMT Joe Breen of PrideStar Trinity EMS and Officer Jose Santiago of the LPD.

We would also like to congratulate Officer Jonathan Rivera of the LPD for his victory over State Trooper Christopher Loftus of the Massachusetts State Police! Great fight, gentlemen!

A big thank you to Wellpoint, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Golden Gloves - Lowell Sun Charities, Pridestar Trinity EMS, Lowell Police, and our own Local 853 leadership for making this all happen and putting on a great event.

01/23/2026

Congratulations to FF Steven DaSilva, Lt. Michael Dexter, FF Corey Nadeau and FF Oscar Jiminez for being recognized as local community champions by the New England Golden Gloves. They were recognized for their life saving actions at a fire on Central St. last year. Thank you Golden Gloves for recognizing local first responders and great job to four of our own!

Thank you to our Local Community Champions 💙

On Thursday, January 22, we proudly recognize Joe Breen (PrideStar Trinity EMS), Jose Santiago (Lowell Police Department), and the firefighters of the Lowell Fire Department during First Responders Night.

We’re grateful for everything you do for our community 🚓🧑‍🚒🚨

01/23/2026

In anticipation of extreme cold temperatures, a Warming Center for all individuals will be available at the Inn & Conference Center, 50 Warren St.

The Warming Center will open tonight, Friday, January 23, at 7:00PM, and remain open until further notice.

Please note that all Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC) rules and regulations apply while the Warming Center is open.

All are encouraged to be prepared for the extreme cold weather by:
• Staying indoors if possible.
• Avoiding outdoor exposure for extended periods and covering exposed skin. Please be aware that very cold temperatures can cause frostbite in as little as 15 minutes.
• Keeping pets indoors and checking paws for any signs of injury or damage.
• Looking in on neighbors when safe to do so, especially older adults and people with special needs.
• Notifying the Lowell 911 Center if you are aware of someone suffering from the cold and/or frostbite.

🔗 More winter weather safety and preparation tips are available at: https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather

01/21/2026

01/12/2026

Lowell fire and rescue recover body below Howe Bridge at University Avenue by UMass Lowell on Saturday afternoon.

01/08/2026

Local 853 would like to congratulate the following members who are celebrating department anniversaries in the month of January:

Lt. Ryan Carroll - 21 years
Lt. Sam Baccam- 21 years
FF Julio Pastrana- 21 years
FF Anthony Cronk- 18 years
FF Mario Silva- 18 years
Lt. Michael Dexter- 18 years
FF William Corey- 18 years
Capt. Bryant Potter- 18 years
FF Wilfredo Rodriguez- 18 years
Lt. Hector Torres- 10 years
FF Nelson Perez- 10 years
FF Steven Bugler- 10 years
FF Bob Green- 6 years
FF Kevin Costa- 6 years
FF Ryan King- 6 years
FF Corey DeJesus- 6 years
FF Tim McLeod- 6 years
FF Wilfredo Jiminez- 6 years

We thank you all for your continued service and dedication to the City of Lowell, MA - Government!