Lanesborough Ambulance

05/24/2026

As EMS Week comes to a close, I hope we don’t rush past what this week is really supposed to honor.

Not just the trucks.

Not just the uniforms.

Not just the calls that make the news.

But the people who keep showing up when the rest of the world is falling apart.

EMS is hard in a way most people will never fully understand.

It is missed holidays, cold meals, interrupted sleep, heavy scenes, long nights, and quiet drives back to quarters after calls that don’t leave your mind as easily as they leave the radio.

It is holding yourself together because somebody else needs you calm.

It is walking into chaos with a job to do, even when your own life is heavy too.

And EMS does not only touch the person wearing the uniform.

It touches the spouse who checks the clock.

The child who asks when mom or dad is coming home.

The family who learns to celebrate around shifts instead of dates.

The people at home who love someone in EMS and quietly carry pieces of this job too.

So much of what EMS does will never be measured correctly.

There are no awards for the calls no one talks about.

No headlines for the patient who felt less alone.

No report that can fully explain what it costs a person to keep giving pieces of themselves to strangers.

And sometimes, the hardest part is never knowing the ending.

You may never know if they made it.

You may never know if the family found peace.

You may never know if your words, your hands, your calm, or your presence changed the outcome.

But it mattered.

It mattered on the highway.

It mattered in the living room.

It mattered at 3 a.m.

It mattered when someone’s worst day needed somebody brave enough to answer.

EMS is more than a profession.

It is sacrifice.

It is service.

It is humanity under pressure.

And behind every badge, patch, radio, and pair of tired eyes is a person who deserves to be seen, thanked, and reminded that what they do still matters.

Happy EMS Week to the ones who keep answering the call.

We see you.

We appreciate you.

And we know the world is better because you show up.

~ Lizzie, Medic Humor

05/18/2026

This EMS Week, we want to recognize and thank every EMS professional who answers the call day and night, no matter the weather, holiday, or hour. Your compassion, dedication, professionalism, and commitment to caring for others truly make a difference every single day.

A special thank you goes out to the EMTs of the Lanesborough Ambulance. Your hard work, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to this community do not go unnoticed. From emergency calls to public service and everything in between, you continue to step up for the residents of Lanesborough with pride and professionalism.

We are incredibly proud of our team and grateful for all EMS providers everywhere who dedicate their lives to helping others when they need it most.

Happy EMS Week! 🚑💙

05/16/2026

As the weather gets warmer, more motorcycles are hitting the roads. Please remember — motorcycles are smaller, harder to see, and riders have little protection in a crash.

🏍 Riders:
• Wear your helmet and proper protective gear
• Stay visible and ride defensively
• Never ride impaired or distracted

🚗 Drivers:
• Look twice before turning or changing lanes
• Give motorcycles extra space
• Put the phone down and stay alert

At the end of the day, we all want everyone to make it home safely. We care about our community — and we don’t want your business. ❤️🚑

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Lanesborough Ambulance! 💐

Today we celebrate all of the incredible mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, and mother figures who give so much of themselves every single day. Your strength, compassion, sacrifice, and unconditional love help keep our families and community strong.

We also want to recognize the moms working today — especially the first responders, dispatchers, healthcare workers, and caregivers spending time away from their own families while helping others. Thank you for everything you do, both at home and in service to our community.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and love-filled Mother’s Day. ❤️

05/06/2026

One of the things we sometimes forget in EMS is the profound impact we have — not only on our patients, but on their families as well. In the middle of the chaos, long hours, and difficult calls, it’s easy to focus only on the medicine and the next response.

But every once in a while, hearing a family member’s perspective reminds us why we do this job. Their gratitude, trust, and stories mean more than they probably realize. What may feel like “just another call” to us can become a moment that a family remembers forever.

It’s a humbling reminder that compassion, reassurance, and simply being there can leave just as much of an impact as any treatment we provide. Proud of all the EMS providers out there who continue to show up every day and make a difference, often without ever realizing how deeply they’ve affected someone’s life.

812 likes, 63 comments. “Last night, we stood in front of the people who showed up on one of the worst days of our lives—and changed the outcome. At the Fate, TX City Council meeting, Michael and I had the honor of recognizing the EMS, paramedics, and dispatchers who were part of his save on Jan...

04/05/2026

04/02/2026

Today we want to recognize someone who has given so much to the Town of Lanesborough over the years—Dan Bolognia.

While he may be giving up his EMT card, this isn’t really a retirement. It’s simply the closing of one chapter in a lifetime of service as a dedicated volunteer. Dan has spent countless hours helping others, answering the call when his community needed him most, and making a lasting impact on so many lives throughout Lanesborough.

On behalf of Lanesborough Ambulance, we want to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for everything Dan has done. His commitment, knowledge, and willingness to always step up will not be forgotten.

On a personal note, as EMS Director, I want to thank you, Dan, for everything you’ve given—not just to the service, but to me personally. The time we spent together, the countless hours on the truck, fixing it, learning, and sharing laughs—those are moments I’ll always carry with me. You’ve been a huge influence on my path in EMS, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.

Thank you for your years of service, your dedication, and the difference you’ve made in this community.

03/23/2026

**Road is now open**
Old State Road between Swamp Rd and Summer St will be closed while the Lanesborough Police and the Massachusetts State Police investigate a motor vehicle accident. The road will be closed until further notice.

01/16/2026

We are pleased to announce our official relocation. Our new premises at 545 South Main Street are now fully operational. Although the transition has been lengthy, having a dedicated space has been remarkably revitalizing. We would like to extend a very big thank you to all of our supporters, whether you provided moral support or helped us move and set up; you are incredibly appreciated!

Jen Weber, Lanesborough Ambulance's EMT director, hopes having spiffy new digs will help attract and retain EMTs — just as its new ambulance did in 2022.

12/30/2025

🚨 ‼️ Today, please exercise caution, especially on untreated surfaces, as the snow has a layer of ice under it. The county has already attended to multiple incidents of falls and car accidents this morning.‼️🚨