Greenwich Twp Fire & Rescue

10/04/2026

A few more photos from today’s UTV class. Thank you again Chief Martinelli and Chief Carter!

09/27/2026

Saturday afternoon Greenwich FD responded to a dwelling fire in Greenwich which quickly was upgraded to a working fire assignment. Thank you to the companies that assisted with this call! Cumberland County Stations: Hopewell-Stow Creek- 21, Bridgeton-7, Bridgeton BLS 7, Upper Deerfield 33, Rosenhayn 29, Lawrence Twp Rehab 38, Salem County Stations: Lower Alloways Creek 18, Alloway 19.

09/23/2026

09/17/2026

We look forward to seeing everyone at the annual Greenwich Craft Faire Sept 26th and 27th. Location: 960 Ye Greate Street.

09/15/2026

The Greenwich Fire Department is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Fire Chief Ed Elwell.

Chief Elwell proudly served as Chief of the Greenwich Fire Department from 1971 through 1979, dedicating his time and service to our department and the Greenwich community.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Elwell family, his friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Edward Charles Elwell, 84, of Stow Creek passed away on Friday morning September 11, 2026, while at Inspira Medical Center of Vineland after a period of declining health.

A service to celebrate Edward’s life will be held at Freitag Funeral Home, 137 W. Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ, on Saturday, September 19th, at 12:00 pm.

Friends will be received at the funeral home on Saturday morning the 19th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The interment, with military honors, will take place at Overlook Cemetery in Bridgeton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested in Edward Elwell’s memory to the Greenwich Fire Department, 991 Ye Greate Street, PO Box 261, Greenwich, NJ 08323.

Please visit freitagfuneralhome.com to read the full obituary. 

09/10/2026

Members gathered to do some drafting and pump operations. It was a great evening to get out and work on our skills.

08/20/2026

Greenwich FD and Lower Alloways Creek Fd participated in boat handling, water rescue, search and recovery operations this evening on the Cohansey River. Fun time brushing up on our skills and learning the Cohansey and her strong current. The sunset was an added bonus!

08/01/2026

Enjoy your well earned retirement! Thank you for your years of hard work.

07/08/2026

Greenwich members are standing by at the Cumberland County Fair tonight. Stop by and say hello!