It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of ex-chief William (Billy) Richardson Jr. Billy joined the department in 1967 and was an active member for 53 years. He served as Chief for four terms and a total of eleven years, most recently serving in 2018 and 2019.

In 2017 Chief Richardson was recognized for his 50 years of service with the District Chief's award at the Greenwich Volunteer ... (Full Story & Photos)

This past weekend, I travelled to Colorado to participate in the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge. Wow ... the most physically demanding thing I've ever done! But I finished! Thank you to the veteran participants who took me under their wing and gave me some tips and encouragement that helped me complete it. ... (Full Story & Photos)

BIFD had a busy fall responding to calls, training, and participating in special events. A special thank you to the organizations that donated to our Turkey Jamboree, to everyone who helped out making it a great event, and to everyone who attended!... (Full Story & Photos)

Ex-Chief William Richardson Jr, was presented a District Chief's award at the Greenwich Volunteer Firefighter annual dinner this past Friday night. Chief Watson presented the award in recognition of Ex-Chief Richardson celebrating 50 years of service in 2017 including serving three terms and 9 total years as Fire Chief. In addition to the Town Officials, GFD Chiefs and dozens of GFD volunteer firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)

Back in 2012 we had purchased a new Tanker, the current Tanker 7 and decided to run two tankers on a trial basis. This decision proved to be very beneficial not only to our first due response area, but to the surrounding community's we provide mutual aid to. We then decided to keep both Tankers. Over the past year we had contacted Gowans-Knight Co. a fire apparatus builder in Watertown, CT. to do ... (Full Story & Photos)