On Sunday, May 23rd, Members of the Department were honored to participate in a “RARE” Community Event at the Lewisboro Town Park to benefit the Salla Treatment and Research Foundation, focusing on children who suffer from Rare Childhood Genetic Disorders. Engine 167 was on hand showing off its drafting capabilities by means of a spectacular water display at the park pond. Rescue 21 was also on location giving out fire hats and fire prevention reminder stickers. Members showcased the new eDRAULIC Jaws of Life to hundreds of children throughout the afternoon. A special thanks to Jessica Klein-Foglia ... (Full Story & Photos)

At the Lewisboro Town Board Meeting of February 8 2021, Town Supervisor Peter Parsons read the attached letter from Lewisboro Police Department (LPD) Chief David Alfano acknowledging an Exceptional Merit Award given to LPD Sergeant Andrew Llewellyn by Chief Alfano. Sgt. A. Llewellyn is also an Ex-Chief and current Commissioner of the South Salem Fire Department & District respectfully. The membership is very proud of their fellow firefighter on this well deserved award for his brave act to continue to keep members of our community safe and secure. Sgt A. Llewellyn would never accept the praise ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just before 1am, Friday morning, South Salem firefighters were dispatched to a reported car fire on Old Shop Road. E166 arrived and confirmed a fully involved vehicle with no exposure problems. The fire was quickly extinguished and South Salem was back in service in approximately 30 minutes. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The South Salem Fire District is accepting bids for sale of:

1998 Freightliner FL 106 Heavy Rescue (17,106 Miles)

and

1967 Dodge Power Wagon
WM Military 4 Wheel Drive

All bids must be received by 7:00 PM EST – Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

See attached notices and bid forms for further information and instructions.

***SUBMIT SEALED BIDS ONLY***
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Robert Alan Bowen Sr (Bob) died Sunday morning January 24th with his daughter Margie at his side. He was 90.

Bob was born July 8, 1930 in NY, NY, the youngest of eight children to the late Frederick Seymour and Florence Agnes Bowen (nee Kelly). He grew up in Mount Kisco and New Rochelle. During World War II Bob was a Sea Cadet. In 1960 he moved his young family to South Salem, NY where Bob spent most of his adult life. Bob was a longstanding member of the South Salem Fire Department, during his tenure he proudly served as Chief, President and later on the Board of Commissioners.

Bob was a 70 ... (Full Story & Photos)