NEWS
4-12-2023 - Telecommunicators Week
LREMS would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our public safety telecommunicators. Thank you for all that you do. We value your service and dedication to our community.
4-7-2023 - The Caton Family Foundation
Thank you to the Caton Foundation for their contribution in memory of Past Commander Roger Parker. This sign was recently purchased with fundraising proceeds from our annual plate sale.
3-29-2023 - Keys to Life
Bad Decisions, Grave Results
LREMS participated in the Keys to Life program at Lumberton High School on March 29. Thank you to all participants and first responder agencies who made this event a success.
3-22-2023 - Renovations to Helipad
Renovations have begun on our helipad. This is the first major renovation to the helipad since it’s construction in 1981. This project includes surface preparation, a new four inch layer of specialized concrete and the installation of new LED marker and flood lights. This would not be possible without the help of our partners, UNC Southeastern and Air Methods/AirLife 2. Current flight operations have been moved to the Lumberton Airport and will return when the project is complete.
3-12-2023 - Cameron Hunt
LREMS wishes to extend its condolences to the family and friends of Firefighter Cameron Hunt. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fairmont Rural Fire Department during this difficult time.
2-15-2023 - Welton Oxendine
More sad news to report. Former member Welton Oxendine passed away on February 15, 2023. He served as a volunteer and rescue captain in the early 1980s. Please keep his daughters and their families in your prayers during this difficult time. Godspeed 174.
2-15-2023 - Bill F. French, Jr.
We are saddened to report the passing of honorary member Bill French on February 15, 2023. We ask for prayers for his wife Sheila and their family during this difficult time. Godspeed 179.
1-19-2023 - New Digital LED Sign
LREMS upgraded our previous sign to a new, full color, full video LED sign on January 19, 2023. We look forward to posting updates and important information moving forward. This would not have been possible without the support of our community. Thank you for supporting LREMS! A Special thank you to McLamb's LED Signs as well!
1-3-2023 - 2022 Calls for Service
For 2022, LREMS responded to 5685 calls for service. 1262 were for rescues and 4423 were EMS calls. We also responded to 45 pin jobs, with 4 of those calls being mutual aid to other rescue services in the county. We also provided EMS stand-by for the Dixie World Series and the Robeson County Fair. We will continue our commitment to provide high quality rescue and EMS services to our community in 2023. Thank you for your support!
12-20-2022 - Job Opportunities
We are hiring! We are currently looking to hire EMT basic, Advanced EMT and Paramedic positions. EMT basics start at $14.03 a hour, AEMT at $16.58 a hour and Paramedics at $19.13 a hour. All new hires receive an automatic five percent at their 12 month anniversary. All positions are part time and work around your schedule. Contact us for an application!
12-16-2022 - Blood Drive
LREMS would like to thank everyone who stopped by yesterday to donate blood. We registered 32 donors and were able to collect 29 units (including one double unit). That means up to 87 local lives will be saved because of your efforts. This blood drive was dedicated and in memory of Erica Ransom Parks. Erica was an amazing person and friend who will always be remembered in our hearts. Thank you again for your support!
12-16-2022 - Oscar Y. Bolanos-Anavisca, Jr
LREMS wishes to extend its condolences to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office in the tragic loss of one of their deputies. Deputy Oscar Yovani Bolanos-Anavisca, Jr’s life was senselessly taken after he was struck by a vehicle earlier this morning. Please keep Deputy Oscar Bolanos-Anavisca, Jr’s family, friends, and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
12-15-2022 - LREMS Awards and Dinner
The LREMS Awards and Christmas Dinner were held on Thursday, Dec 15th
and the following awards were presented:
Years of Service Pins:
Trishan Barfield, Jason Carroll, Brad Byrd,
Casey Hodge and Chris Ivey
Call Response:
Nick Stone, Roger Taylor and Brooke Kinlaw
Paid Employee of the Year:
Crystal Pasanen
Commander Appreciation Award:
Daniel Ivey and Nick Stone
Honorary Member Award:
Chris Connor
Marvin Walters Award:
Casey Hodge
Rescue Member of the Year:
Sandi Ivey
Custom made challenge coin boards were also awarded to
Commander Robert Ivey and Deputy Commander Casey Hodge.
Also awarded was a special take home piece off of Rescue 110
for EMS supervisor/rescue member Trishan Barfield.
Congratulations to all the winners and thank you for your service!
11-28-2022 - Vehicle Extrication Training
Vehicle extrication training was held on Monday, Nov 28th. Thank you again to Lumberton Auto Parts for allowing us to train at your facility.
11-21-2022 - Blood Drive
Please consider making a donation for a great cause. This blood drive is dedicated and in memory of Erica Ransom Parks. Erica was an amazing paramedic and friend who made a huge impact to our organization.
11-4-2022 - BBQ Plate Sale
LREMS would like to thank everyone for their support during our 2022 BBQ Plate Sale! We appreciate everyone who the time to help make this event a success including the volunteers, paid staff, honorary members, friends/family and so many more. Thank you again for your support!
11-4-2022 - Autumn Pittman
Congratulations to our very own Autumn Pittman on being accepted into the Physician Assistant Program at Methodist University. Autumn is an amazing person and we appreciate everything you do for LREMS!
10-27-2022 - John Thompson & Anna Watson
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of former Lumberton City Councilman John Thompson. John is the brother of honorary member Les Thompson and uncle to Deputy Commander Casey Hodge. John passed away this week after an extended illness. Also our thoughts and prayers are with the family of retired Robeson EMS supervisor Anna Watson. Anna is the wife of retired Chief Deputy Willie Watson with the Robeson Co SO. Anna passed this week as well after an extended illness. Our sympathies to both families during this difficult time.