Capital Area Emergency Medical Services

06/12/2026

Congrats to Captain Harpell!! Enjoy your retirement! Thank you for all you’ve done for EMS in the Capital area!!

EMS Officer/Captain Donald “Donnie” Harpell works his last shift today with the Concord Fire Department, concluding more than twenty-three years of dedicated service to the City of Concord. Captain Harpell was appointed on March 14, 2003, as a Firefighter/EMT and served in that role for nearly seven years before his promotion to Firefighter/Paramedic on February 6, 2010. He was promoted to Lieutenant on March 3, 2019, where he served as the Engine 5 officer on Battalion 3, and later advanced to EMS Lieutenant on April 25, 2021. On July 26, 2022, he was promoted to his current position as EMS Officer.

Throughout his career, Captain Harpell consistently demonstrated a commitment to professional growth and excellence, earning the respect and admiration of his officers and colleagues. He was known for his positive demeanor and could often be heard humming, whistling, or singing while on duty. In his most recent role as EMS Officer, he led the Department through the complex transition to updated EMS data standards mandated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and lead the research and procurement of next-generation cardiac monitors that will serve our community for years to come.

Please join us in congratulating Captain Harpell on a distinguished career and in wishing him a long, healthy, and well-deserved retirement.

05/17/2026

When emergencies happen, EMS answers.

During EMS Week, we proudly recognize the EMS agencies and providers affiliated with Concord Hospital for the incredible care they deliver throughout New Hampshire.

Your compassion, teamwork, and commitment make a difference in countless lives every day. Thank you for being there for our communities — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 🚑💙

12/16/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Concord Hospital EMS!!

10/26/2025

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09/26/2025

Enjoy retirement Chief! Thank you for your service!

Today marks Battalion Chief Jeff Stone's last shift with the Concord Fire Department. He is retiring after serving the City for over 30 years. He started his career on January 28, 1995 and served as a Firefighter/Paramedic for 4.5 years before being promoted to Paramedic Lieutenant in July 1999. BC Stone was further promoted to the rank of Captain in June 2007 before his assignment to Battalion Chief on April 4, 2021. He has served the last 4.5 years of his career as the shift commander for Battalion 4. BC Stone has managed the Department’s hose and nozzle program for several years, where his expertise has contributed to the advancement of the Department’s fire attack capabilities and standpipe operations. He has also managed projects to spec and upfit ambulances and the current Car 4. BC Stone was active in the profession outside of the Department, having previously served in the role of Local 3195 President as well as being an active NH Fire Academy instructor. We thank him for his dedicated years of service and wish him luck in his future endeavors and a happy and healthy retirement.

09/25/2025

Congrats Chief Shaggy!!

Press Release
Town of Woodstock, New Hampshire

The Town of Woodstock is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Matthew “Matt” Cole as the new Fire Chief of the Woodstock Fire Department.

Chief Cole is a seasoned fire service professional with more than thirty years of experience in fire department operations and emergency medical services. He holds an associate’s degree in both Fire Science and Emergency Medical Services – Paramedicine.

For the past three years, Chief Cole has proudly served the Woodstock community as an on-call volunteer Firefighter with the Woodstock Fire Department and as a Paramedic with Lin-Wood Ambulance. Throughout his broader career, he has also held a wide range of leadership and service roles in Vermont and New Hampshire Fire and EMS organizations, including Firefighter, Paramedic, Training Officer, Lieutenant, Captain, and Deputy Chief. He brings extensive experience in fire prevention, life safety, and building code administration.

In addition to his operational background, Chief Cole served for many years as chairman of the Town of Chichester Capital Improvement Committee. As an active Fire and EMS instructor, he has taught numerous certification and continuing education courses, further demonstrating his commitment to training, professional development, and community safety.

The Town of Woodstock proudly welcomes Chief Cole to this important leadership role. We look forward to working closely with him and his leadership team as the department completes its administrative transition and continues its mission of protecting and serving the Woodstock community.

https://www.woodstocknh.gov/home/news/press-release-new-fire-chief-woodstock-fire-department-1

09/03/2025

CFD hiring!!

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