Cheshire County EMS

04/28/2026

Today marks a proud moment for Cheshire County EMS.

We are excited to announce that our newest ambulances are now fully equipped, inspected, and certified at the paramedic level—ready to serve the residents and visitors of Cheshire County.

These units represent a continued investment in high-quality patient care, provider safety, and system reliability. From advanced life-saving equipment to enhanced operational readiness, these ambulances ensure that our crews have the tools they need to deliver the highest level of care when it matters most.

This is more than just new trucks—it’s a commitment to our communities.

To our staff: thank you for your dedication and professionalism every day.
To our communities: thank you for your continued support and trust.

Any tone. Any place. Any time.

AC1

04/19/2026

Today, we wanted to take the time and recognize Sam as he has completed his final shift at CCEMS this morning. While Sam’s passion for serving others remains as strong as ever, he is switching gears to begin a new chapter by enlisting in the United States Air Force.

For those who haven’t had the pleasure of working with him, Sam has been an outstanding employee and a dedicated coworker. He has a unique gift for lifting spirits and making people laugh, yet he was always available for a genuine conversation or to offer support when it was needed most.

Sam, we are incredibly proud of your decision to serve our country. Your CCEMS family will miss you, and we wish you nothing but the best as you head off to basic training!

04/15/2026

In just the past 48 hours, your Cheshire County EMS crews have responded to 57 calls for service across our region.

From Marlborough to Brattleboro (VT), Stoddard to Keene, and everywhere in between—our teams have been on the move handling everything from interfacility transfers and motor vehicle accidents to fire standbys, strokes, and cardiac arrests.

This is what “any tone, anywhere, anytime” truly looks like.

Behind every one of these calls are providers who have worked long hours, missed sleep, and remained ready to answer the next request for help without hesitation. Their commitment to this community does not go unnoticed.

If you see a CCEMS provider out in the community, or even here on this post, please take a moment to say thank you or drop a comment of support. It means more than you might realize.

To our crews: we see the work you’re doing, and we’re incredibly proud of you. We hope you’re able to get some well-deserved rest—you’ve certainly earned it. (AC1)

04/12/2026

This week, we recognize the incredible professionals who are often the very first voice heard in someone’s moment of crisis—our telecommunicators.

Behind every call is a calm presence, a steady voice, and a highly skilled individual guiding both the public and our responders through some of life’s most difficult moments. Your ability to bring order to chaos, to offer reassurance when it’s needed most, and to serve as the critical link between those in need and those who respond does not go unnoticed.

On behalf of Cheshire County EMS, I want to extend out deepest gratitude for your dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to our community. The work you do saves lives, supports our crews, and strengthens the entire emergency response system every single day.

Thank you for your service, your resilience, and your compassion. We are proud to stand alongside you.

04/09/2026

Hi, and welcome to or back to the Cheshire County EMS page this is your newest Captain speaking.
Please sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
With this new promotion, I’ve also been given the opportunity to help with our social media after management recognized I’m a semi-professional Facebooker.
My goal is to give everyone a better look at who we are, what we do, and share the exciting things happening at Cheshire County EMS along with some fun moments and educational information along the way. Please feel free to like and share help build up our followers.
Without further ado, here we go.

04/08/2026

Good afternoon.

Cheshire County EMS is pleased to announce that following completion of the promotional process, Joey Babcock has been selected as the full-time Captain of B Shift.

Joey has been serving in the interim Captain role since January and has performed exceptionally well during that time. He has demonstrated strong leadership, sound decision-making, and a clear commitment to the mission and values of Cheshire County EMS.

Joey brings a great deal of experience and value to CCEMS. In addition to his work here, he currently serves as a Captain with the Spofford Fire Department, is an AHA BLS Instructor, and previously served as an officer with Rescue Inc. He holds multiple fire and EMS certifications, including Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Operations, Wildland Firefighter, and Swiftwater Rescue Technician. Joey is also a National Registry EMT, licensed in both New Hampshire and Vermont, and is currently furthering his clinical education as an AEMT student. He has also completed leadership development training and serves as a CEVO 5 Instructor.

In addition to his regular duties, Joey has consistently stepped up to take on additional responsibilities including overtime coverage, Field Training Officer duties, serving in the Shift Officer role, instructing CEVO 5, and fulfilling the Interim Captain position. He has also contributed significantly to special projects, including vehicle repairs and upfitting, as well as station improvements.

Based on his performance and the results of the process, the interim designation will be removed effective immediately, and Joey will assume the role as the permanent Captain of B Shift.

Please join us in congratulating Captain Babcock on this well-earned appointment.

Thank you all.

02/27/2026

After more than a year of planning, coordination, and perseverance, Cheshire County EMS has officially taken delivery of two new ambulances.

These units represent a significant investment in the safety, reliability, and long-term sustainability of our system. Fleet replacement at this level does not happen overnight — it requires detailed specifications, budgeting, oversight, and continuous follow-through to bring a project from concept to delivery.

I would like to specifically recognize Captain Cummings and Deputy Chief Atkins for their hard work and steady leadership throughout this entire process. From design and vendor coordination to tracking timelines and ensuring the units meet our operational needs, their dedication was instrumental in getting these ambulances across the finish line.

I also want to thank the Cheshire County Commissioners and leadership for their continued support of public safety infrastructure and their commitment to ensuring our crews have dependable equipment to serve the people of Cheshire County.

The units will now be lettered and finalized before entering frontline service. Once placed in service, they will enhance system reliability, reduce maintenance downtime, and ensure we remain ready — Any Tone, Any Place, Any Time.

Thank you to everyone who played a role in this project, and to the crews who will soon put these ambulances to work serving our communities every day.

02/05/2026

Last night we had the opportunity to train alongside Gilsum Fire & Rescue during a combined mechanical CPR (LUCAS) training. Joint trainings like this are invaluable and strengthen both our clinical skills and our working relationships in the field.

A sincere thank you to the members of Gilsum Fire & Rescue for their engagement and collaboration, and to Danielle Bishop for leading an informative and hands-on training. We look forward to continuing to build on these partnerships in support of patient care throughout Cheshire County.

01/30/2026

💙 Another Charitable Milestone Reached! 💙

Thanks to nothing more than donated cans and bottles, our crews have officially raised over $500 in support of the United Way! ♻️👏

This is a great example of how small actions—consistently done—can add up to something meaningful. We are incredibly proud of our teams for taking the extra time to collect, sort, and return deposits, all while continuing to serve our communities every day.

If you see one of our crews out and about, please take a moment to say thank you for their hard work and their commitment to giving back. Community support like this is what makes efforts like these possible—and worthwhile.

Any tone. Any place. Any time.

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01/26/2026

Community Update

Cheshire County EMS is aware of recent public discussions regarding EMS services in the Town of Rindge. As part of those conversations, CCEMS has been asked—like we have been in other situations across the county—to participate in discussions about what support or coverage capabilities we may have, both short-term and long-term.

These conversations are preliminary in nature and focused on understanding needs, logistics, and possibilities. No decisions or commitments have been made.

At CCEMS, we value and respect our local EMS partners and the vital role they play in their communities. Our mission remains unchanged: to ensure the residents of Cheshire County have access to qualified, consistent, and reliable emergency medical services when they need them most.

We will continue to engage in open, professional dialogue when asked and remain committed to doing what is best for the people we serve.

Thank you for your continued support of emergency medical services throughout Cheshire County.

01/23/2026

Thank you to the Westmoreland School for having CCEMS to hold a CPR class for faculty and staff! We had a lot of fun and the town of Westmoreland is safer today than yesterday!

12/24/2025

A wonderful letter we received from the Monadnock Humane Society regarding the donation made by members of CCEMS. Today is a very proud day!