Swansea

May is National Water Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about boating and swimming safety. According to the American Red Cross, about 4,000 people die from unintentional drowning each year, which is an average of 11 deaths per day.Read More

National Mental Health Month, observed each May, promotes mental wellness through an annual theme. Mental Health America’s theme for 2025 is “Turn Awareness into Action.” This initiative encourages people to recognize the strides that have been made in decreasing the stigma around mental health,Read More

Motorcycle Safety Month is observed every year in May. As the weather gets warmer and more motorcyclists are on the road, the initiative raises awareness of road safety for motorcyclists and those who share the road with them. The NationalRead More

The Swansea Fire Department extinguished a house fire on Mount Fair Circle early Friday morning. (Photo Courtesy Swansea Fire Department) SWANSEA — Deputy Fire Chief Michael Patterson reports that the Swansea Fire Department extinguished a house fire on Mount Fair CircleRead More

The Swansea Fire Department would like to remind residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms as they spring forward. Clocks will be moved ahead one hour on Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m. Properly installed and maintained smokeRead More

BEWARE OF ICE! During the winter months, it can be tempting to venture out onto frozen waterways, but we urge caution and remind residents that no ice is 100% safe ice. You should always consider ice potentially dangerous, as it’sRead More

The holiday season is upon us, with Thanksgiving later this week. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with more than three times the daily average for such incidents. ChristmasRead More

Swansea firefighters Lucas Canario, Madden Huck and James Stellakis were among 22 graduates from the Call/Volunteer Recruit Class #115. (Photo courtesy Massachusetts Department of Fire Services) SWANSEA — Chief Eric Hajder of the Swansea Fire Department is pleased to report thatRead More

Today, we honor veterans everywhere and thank them for their service, including the members of our department who have admirably served. We are eternally grateful for their bravery, strength, and resilience. Their dedication to our country does not go unnoticed,Read More

SWANSEA — Chief Eric Hajder reports that the Swansea Fire Department and Town of Swansea officials are banning all outdoor fires until at least Friday, Nov. 15. The outdoor fire ban includes fires associated with fire pits, chimneys, outdoor fireplaces,Read More