Sterling Fire/Rescue

04/28/2026

04/21/2026

Do you like to go out for breakfast? Why not join us at the Moosup Masonic Lodge for the fundraiser they are hosting for us. Tickets on sale now see a member for a ticket or buy them at the door.

04/15/2026

Tonight at approximately 2022 hours we where dispatched to a reported electrical fire at 75 Church St. Oneco Fire Department was started as well to add additional manpower. Upon units arriving on scene the resident reported she heard a load pop and upon checking the bathroom she observed flames coming from the vent fan. Personel observed obvious signs of fire damage to the fan but no visible fire. The power was secured to the residence while crews removed the fan and checked for extension. No further extension was located and the scene was turned over to the Town Fire Marshall.

04/07/2026

Last night at our annual meeting we held our elections for our Fire Officer's.
Chief Wayne Glaude
Deputy Chief Craig Bein
Asst. Chief Rusty Dexter (Promoted from Captain)
Captain Dominic Pope (Promoted from LT)
Lieutenant Ernie Lewis (Promoted from Firefighter)
Lieutenant Jacob Denault (Promoted from Firefighter)

Over the next month the 4 newly Promoted officers will be transitioning to their new positions and we look forward to seeing them grow in these new roles.

The members thank now retiring Assistant Chief Kurt Oster for his time and dedication as an officer and look forward to him continuing his time as a regular member.

The members also thank Mark Jordan for his dedication as a LT and Captain. Mark has taken a step back for some personel reasons and will continue as a member of the department and hopefully return to the officer ranks in the future.

Also elected where our Administration positions:
President Rene Bein
Vice President Jacob Denault
Secretary Dave Mallo
Treasure Mark Jordan
Trustees Bob Beauchesne, Maddie Marante and Dominic Pope

04/03/2026

Today at approximately 1426 hours we responded with Oneco Fire Department to a reported camper fire at 237 Newport Rd with possible exposures. Upon the first units arrival they found an old camper being used as a chicken coop with fire and smoke showing from the front corner. The metal siding was quickly removed and the fire was extinguished. The fire appeared to be from a heat lamp that may have fallen. However the incident is under investigation by the Sterling Town Fire Marshall.

03/29/2026

This afternoon we responded with Oneco Fire Department to Western Coventry to assist at a brush fire on Rt 14 just over the state line. Both Departments deployed there UTV's and helped supply water.

Supplying mutual aid is a big part of being a member of the Fire Department as well as receiving it. Everyone needs assistance and it is a great opportunity to work with other departments and grow friendships.

If this is something that interests you pleae come by on a Wednesday night around 1830 hours and ask some questions. We are always looking for more members. You can also send us a message here on Facebook messenger and we can set up a time to meet you.

02/17/2026

Today at approximately 1105 hours, we where dispatched with Oneco, M/P Ambulance, QV Medic and CSP to Wacky Pond for a Dirtbike through the ice with an unknown if any victims. Upon Car 167 arrival it was found that the item was in the river at the bottom of the dam. The item was determined to be a bicycle that had been in the river for an extended length of time and was covered in ice as well as being observed by members in the past during trainings. One member entered the water in a survival suit and removed several items from the shallow water to prevent any further calls. Sterling DPW responded to remove the items. Personel cleared the scene by approximately 1140 hours.

02/09/2026

Tickets are on sale now! See a member for tickets or text Renee at 860-710-7635.

01/25/2026

Tonight at approximately 1810 hours, We responded mutual aid to the Oneco section of town at 712 Ekonk Hill for a reported barn fire. Tower 167 went to work keeping the fire from spreading towards the remainder of the barn. Our units cleared around 2045.

11/30/2025

11/22/2025

It's almost time! Come by and support some local vendors!