GASTONIA, N.C. — Gastonia Fire Chief Phil Welch announced his retirement effective May 1, 2026, concluding his time in the role since he took the position in March 2009. Welch has led 145 full-time ...
Fire Chief John Alston plans to retire at the end of January, bringing an end to his nearly ten-year tenure leading the city’s fire department. Alston announced his coming retirement in an email ...
WAKEFIELD, MA — Chief Michael Sullivan announced his intention to retire from the Wakefield Fire Department effective November 12, 2025, citing ongoing health concerns that require his attention.