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THE WESTERLY FIRE DISTRICT HAS NO TAX SALE SCHEDULED FOR 2025
WESTERLY FIRE DISTRICT TAXES ARE ANNUAL AND BASED ON THE CALENDAR YEAR
*Important 2025 Tax Information*
The 2025 Fire District Tax Statements will be mailed late October/early November and are due by November 30th.
To CHECK BALANCE DUE click on the Check Account Balances link below.
Also to check balances paid for INCOME TAX filing purposes, please click Check Account Balance link.
You can also email your request to taxes@westerlyfire.com.
Any questions, please call 401-596-3856 or 401-596-0402 x3
ADDRESS CHANGES MUST BE MADE WITH THE TOWN OF WESTERLY TAX ASSESSOR'S OFFICE OR BY CALLING 401-348-2543
Payment Options:
MAIL - your payment to Westerly Fire District, PO Box 2952, Westerly, RI 02891
DROP OFF - in the mail slot at 180 Beach St, Westerly, RI 02891 (DO NOT PLACE PAYMENTS IN BOX AT WESTERLY TOWN HALL)
CALL - Personal Teller services listed below
Pinning Ceremony for Captain Fallon and Lieutenant Aylward
Captain Sam Homsi, December 10
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the Westerly Fire Department proudly hosted a formal Promotional Ceremony to recognize two members who have already spent months excelling in their new leadership roles. Surrounded by fellow firefighters, family members, and friends, the department honored Captain Eric Fallon and Lieutenant Stephen Aylward in a tradition-rich ceremony that highlighted both their service ... (Full Story & Photos)
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WFD Department Officers. Left to right: Lt. J. Izzi, Lt. D. Henderson, Cpt. S. Homsi, A/C E. Haik, A/C J. Fusaro, A/C K. Morrone, Chief J. Mackay, Cpt. E. Fallon, Lt. B. Fricke, Lt. S. Aylward.
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Westerly Fire Department Launches New Chapter of Project Fire Buddies
Captain Sam Homsi, November 22
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Westerly, RI – Friday, 11/21/25 — The Westerly Fire Department is proud to announce it has officially become the newest chapter of Project Fire Buddies, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting children battling critical illnesses.
About Project Fire BuddiesProject Fire Buddies is a 501(c)(3) organization founded by firefighters to bring joy, comfort, and support to children ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Westerly Fire Responds to Foxwoods Structure Fire
Captain Sam Homsi, November 19
At 9:56 PM on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, Westerly Fire was requested to respond with one engine and manpower to Foxwoods Resort & Casino on the 4th Alarm of a structure fire that ultimately escalated to a 5th Alarm. Engine 1 responded within minutes with a crew of six, along with Car 31.
Upon arrival, Car 31 coordinated with command, and our six volunteers assisted with overhaul operations and checking ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Westerly Fire Department Prepares to Deploy New AquaEye Pro Sonar for Water Rescues
Captain Sam Homsi, September 29
The Westerly Fire Department has acquired the AquaEye Pro, a state-of-the-art handheld sonar that will soon be added to its water rescue capabilities. Over the past two weeks, our volunteers have completed extensive training on the device, and additional drills are planned before it is officially placed into service.
The AquaEye Pro uses advanced sonar and AI to rapidly detect people underwater in ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Pinning Ceremony for 3rd Assistant Chief Edward W. Haik
Captain Sam Homsi, September 05
The Westerly Fire Department held a pinning ceremony on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:30 PM to formally recognize the election and promotion of Edward W. Haik to the rank of 3rd Assistant Chief.
The event filled the room with Westerly Fire volunteers, department leadership, members from surrounding fire departments, family, and friends — all gathered to honor Haik’s service and celebrate this ... (Full Story & Photos)
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