Fire Department

Flag retirement ceremony

October 4, 2024
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On Sunday, September 22, a Flag Retirement Ceremony was held at Woodlawn Cemetery on Concord Road in Acton. The United States Flag Code stipulates the proper method of disposal for a flag that is “in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display.” Traditionally,…
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A town clerk and a uniformed fire chief with right hands raised as the new chief is sworn in.

Acton has a New Fire Chief

October 30, 2023
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Congratulations to Fire Chief Anita Arnum! A swearing in ceremony was held Monday, October 23 at the Public Safety Facility. Chief Arnum’s appointment took effect on October 13, 2023, making her the tenth chief in the department’s history and the first woman to lead the department. Chief Arnum…
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