Santa came to St James and delivered presents to the good boys and girls! Santa's helpers included Sparky the dog, three reindeer, an elf and many others!
St. James Fire Dept.
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SJFD Chief Murphy Sworn In
On Wednesday, April 1, Kevin T. Murphy took command of the St. James Fire Department from retiring Chief Scott Boyer. The Department’s Board of Directors believes that Chief Murphy will continue the trend of increasing the professionalism and effectiveness of our all-volunteer department in the face of growing demands.
Click here to read his resume.
If you were unable to attend in person, here is a link to the live YouTube stream of the ceremony https://youtube.com/live/aXEvkJEdDig.
SJFD Announces Board Appointment
The St. James Fire Department Board of Directors is announces the appointment of Andy Kleutghen to fill the unexpired term of the late Joe Castagnola. Andy currently serves as a firefighter in the department’s Fire Division and will serve through December 31. He has assumed responsibility for managing the department’s grant applications and has already completed his first submission. His enthusiasm, along with extensive experience in the banking and insurance industries, makes him a strong addition to the Board.
YTD Emergency Calls by Division as of 2.28.26
Fire: 52 EMS: 180 EMS Transports: 31 Fire Police: 192
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Fire Department – Protecting Lives & Property
New recruits complete three months of hands-on training, followed by twice-weekly drills to maintain peak readiness. Our highly trained team responds to all fire emergencies, safeguarding lives and property with skill, dedication, and teamwork.
Fire Police – Ensuring Safety & Support
Fire Police members complete two days of essential training, followed by ongoing specialized instruction through monthly meetings, drills and incident scenario exercises. They play a vital role in emergency response, assisting at fire and medical incidents while also providing traffic and scene safety at special events.
EMS – Providing Lifesaving Care
The St. James Fire Department operates at the Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) level, delivering critical care when seconds matter. Our EMS team undergoes extensive, hands-on training and must demonstrate proficiency in life-saving techniques to ensure the highest level of emergency response for our community.
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Events: Upcoming and Recent
Santa is Coming!
SJFD Holiday Gift Distribution Event, December 23, 2025 On December 23, the St. James Fire Department holiday celebration will again be a gift distribution by Santa Claus using the big red fire truck. This enables him to reach all the good boys and girls in St. James...
Fall 2025 Pine Straw and Mulch Sale Ends
THANK YOU!
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News and Helpful Safety Tips
Daylight Saving time means checking your smoke detector batteries.
The SJFD agrees with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) advising residents to change batteries in smoke detectors every six months to maintain reliable operation, even if the low-battery warning has not sounded. A practical way to remember this is to...
New Chief Elected
The St. James Fire Department’s Board of Directors elected Kevin T. Murphy of St. James as its successor to retiring Chief Scott Boyer. Kevin is a U. S. Army veteran and a 40-year firefighter veteran currently serving both the St. James and Stoney Point, NC Fire...
Bob Jensen Recognized
Bob Jensen was recognized for his contributions and dedication as Captain, EMS for the St James Fire Department. Bob, you will be missed!
We Need You
Join the St. James Fire Department Team
Make a Difference!
The St. James Fire Department is looking for passionate volunteers to serve as Firefighters, EMTs, and Fire Police. No experience? No problem! We provide expert training and a supportive team environment. Whether you’re looking to give back, learn lifesaving skills, or be part of something bigger than yourself, we need you.
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