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2026-07-06 at 183028 Sturbridge Select Board 7-6-26.mp4
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Sturbridge Fire Department Appoints New Firefighter Personnel
David Tetrell was appointed as an on-call firefighter. David Petro was appointed as a part-time firefighter paramedic, effective July 7, 2026, with pay consistent with the agreement between the town and Teamsters Local 170. Ken Massaro was appointed as a part-time firefighter EMT, effective July 7, 2026, with pay consistent with the agreement between the town and Teamsters Local 170. Drew Wright was appointed as an on-call firefighter, effective July 7, 2026, with pay consistent with the agreement between the town and Teamsters Local 170.
Michael Jones Joins Sturbridge Special Events Committee
Michael Jones was appointed to the Special Events Committee for a term expiring July 6, 2028. Jones, who teaches English at Burgess and organizes tournaments, is expected to bring energy and community connections. He will be instrumental in organizing a fall pickleball tournament.
Aiden Adams Appointed New Town Planner for Sturbridge
Aiden Adams was appointed as the new Town Planner. A search committee unanimously selected Adams, who currently works in Westerly, Rhode Island. His references were described as stellar, and he is expected to bring valuable experience to Sturbridge. Adams will begin his role on July 23, 2026, with an annual salary of $95,000. He will overlap with the current Town Planner, Gene, for approximately two and a half weeks to ensure a smooth transition.
Jason Knott Appointed to Sturbridge Historical Commission
Jason Knott was appointed to the Historical Commission for a term expiring July 6, 2029. The board expressed support for his appointment and anticipated his contribution to the commission's work. Knott was unable to attend the meeting.
Sturbridge Fire Department Receives $500 Donation Following Exceptional Cardiac Care
The Select Board accepted a $500 donation from John McCabe to the Sturbridge Fire Department. Mr. McCabe expressed profound gratitude for the quick and professional response of a fire department crew who attended to his wife experiencing chest pains. The crew's rapid assessment, EKG, and decision to transport his wife to UMass Lakeside, which was better equipped for a suspected heart attack, resulted in no heart damage. He specifically commended Lieutenant Becker, firefighter J. Mark Coldy, and firefighter Az and Dana for their competence, professionalism, and calming demeanor.
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