Public fire education in Wakefield, Massachusetts

Welcome to Wakefield Fire Chief Located at 1 Union Street in the heart of Wakefield, Massachusetts, the Wakefield Fire Department serves as a cornerstone of safety and community service for the town's 27,000 residents. Our dedicated team of 55 professional, career firefighters operates from the Public Safety Building, providing top-tier fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, code enforcement, and public education.

Welcome to the Wakefield Fire Department, proudly serving the community of Wakefield, Massachusetts. Located at 5 Oak Street, our dedicated team of professional firefighters is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and visitors. As a fully equipped fire station, we provide essential emergency services, including fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency medical assistance. Our highly trained personnel are on call 24/7, ready to respond to any emergency with speed and efficiency. Beyond emergency response, we are also deeply engaged in fire prevention and safety education, offering community programs and resources aimed at reducing fire risks and enhancing public safety. At the Wakefield Fire Department, your safety is our top priority. We are honored to serve and protect the Wakefield community with integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.

Welcome to Wakefield Town Counsel Located at 545 Salem Street, Wakefield, Massachusetts, Wakefield Town Counsel serves as the cornerstone of local governance, providing a wide array of essential services to our community. As a dedicated local government office, we are committed to representing and protecting the interests of Wakefield through accurate and timely legal advice for all elected and appointed officials, multiple-member bodies, and town agencies. Our goal is to ensure municipal decisions are made in conformance with appropriate legal authority.

West Ward School, located at 39 Prospect Street in Wakefield, Massachusetts, is a historic institution with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1847. In 2017, the school will celebrate its 170th anniversary, making it one of the oldest continuously operating two-room public schoolhouses in Massachusetts. Originally known as the West District School, the institution was part of a reorganization of South Reading's school system to accommodate the town's growing population due to the expansion of industries and the arrival of the railroad in the mid-19th century. The school's Greek Revival-style architecture and spacious classrooms were a source of pride for the community, with the School Committee commending the new buildings as "noble edifices" that would promote the physical, intellectual, and moral well-being of the students. Despite facing challenges such as inadequate heating and water supply, the school persevered and continued to provide quality education to its students.