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For four young men in Chatham, this was not the summer they had planned.  Returning home early from their colleges and universities due to COVID-19, and with summer internships and jobs on hold or uncertain, Owen Calvert, Justin Hayes, Gianmarco Mignogni and Brenden Steigerwald hatched a plan. Together, they decided to form a landscaping business...

The Chatham Emergency Squad, an all-volunteer first aid emergency services providing pre-hospital care to residents and visitors of the Chathams, is delighted to announce it has accepted the applications of six highly motivated and impressive high school students to join its membership base as part of its Cadet Training Program....

They’re smiling under those masks! And why wouldn’t they be?  The Cougar Lacrosse Club has donated all of the proceeds from their annual Fishawack Lacrosse Festival – a whopping $1,340 - to the Chatham Emergency Squad.  See original story on Tap Into Chatham (more…)

It wasn’t enough to make a donation. Or send a thank-you card. Chatham resident, Susan Shah felt a need to say thank you in a way that was big enough to represent the feelings of all Chatham residents: feelings of gratitude for the service of so many people who make it possible...

The US Post Office delivered a stunning surprise to the Chatham Emergency Squad last week. Enclosed with a letter from Susan Lenz, President of the Stanley Congregational Church, the Squad received a check for $10,000 in memory of Bill Cooper, longtime member of the church and a life member of...

To our Chatham Community: We have a confession to make - the members of the Chatham Emergency Squad have been a little busy as of late. Covid-19 has not spared the Chathams.  We are proud that we have been able to provide the same level of rapid, safe and responsive care...

The Chatham Chinese Association (CCA), a not-for-profit organization which is comprised of nearly 300 residents in Chatham and surrounding communities, has donated $1,500 to the Chatham Emergency Squad to help in its efforts to provide pre-hospital care to residents in need, especially during a state of National Emergency. “The Chinese...

CHATHAM, NJ - Local area gyms - The Chatham Club and the Madison Area YMCA - are doing their part and pitching in to help offset the spread of Covid-19 by donating their excess supply of disinfectant materials to the Chatham Emergency Squad. See original story on Tap Into Chatham (more…)

THE CHATHAMS – It was a time not only to reorganize for a new year, but to recognize the service of longtime volunteers. The Chatham Emergency Squad presented its elected officers for 2020 on Saturday, Feb. 8, at its annual Officer Installation Dinner, held at the Wyndham Hamilton Hotel and Conference Center in...

“A Map to the Heart” Launches Just in Time For Heart Health Awareness Month -  February Mikayla Meyler, a senior at Chatham High School and member of the Chatham Emergency Squad, is currently working on her Girl Scout Gold Award Project to create a map promoting the locations of automatic...

Chatham Turkey Trot President Curt Ritter presented a check in the amount of $1,000 to the Chatham Emergency Squad President Evan Skinner from the proceeds of the 11th annual event held on Thanksgiving morning. The 2019 event was its most successful race ever, attracting over 1,000 participants. See original story on Tap...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year - the Chatham Emergency Squad proudly presents the 16th annual Winter Wonderland / “Snow Village” taking place throughout the month of December at its Chatham Borough building, located at 31 North Passaic Avenue. Read More on Tap Into Chatham

“I had no plans to work in the field of medicine - I wanted to be an engineer,” admits Justin Corbitt who graduated from Fairfield University as a nursing major and recently passed the national test to become a registered nurse (RN).  Same with Jay Crigler, who graduated from the...

Last month the Sundowners of Fairmount Country Club made a generous donation to the Chatham Emergency Squad. The Sundowners group is comprised of working and retired women members of the Fairmount Country Club, located in Chatham Township. See original story on Tap Into Chatham (more…)

The Greater Lafayette Classic awarded a check in the amount of $1,000 to the Chatham Emergency Squad in recognition for its service to the Chatham community. This donation is the result of funds collected during the organization’s 26th annual golf tournament, held annually in the fall. See original story on...

At the 23 rd annual Excellence in Emergency Medical Services award celebration dinner held at the Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth, Christine Grobert of the Chatham Emergency Squad (CES) was recognized for outstanding dedication to the squad and her commitment to the community of Chatham. See original story on...

The Chatham Emergency Squad, an all-volunteer first aid emergency services providing pre-hospital care to residents and visitors of the Chathams, is delighted to announce it has accepted the applications of six highly motivated and impressive students to join its membership base as part of its cadet EMT training program, effective...

The Chatham Emergency Squad recently received a $1,000 donation from the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Madison at the club’s annual Benevolence Dinner in recognition of its service to the community. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one community at a time. The donation to the Chatham...

Dick Richards Award For Excellence Among Many Honors Bestowed During a Night of Celebrations On Saturday, Feb. 9 at a reception to install the newly elected officers of the Chatham Emergency Squad, the evening quickly turned to one of celebration, stories of heroism and profound admiration and gratitude for Mark Spinner,...

On Saturday, February 9, the new administration of elected officers was presented by the Chatham Emergency Squad at its annual Officer Installation Dinner held at the Wyndham Hotel in Florham Park. The evening was further highlighted by multiple standing ovations for long-term members of the Squad, each of whom have...

On February 12, more than 8,000 letters were mailed out to Chatham residents, businesses, religious organizations and community groups to kick off the annual fundraising campaign for the Chatham Emergency Squad. The letter, signed by President Evan Skinner and Captain Steve Davenport, explains how the squad is comprised of a...

Chatham Turkey Trot President Curt Ritter presented a check in the amount of $1,000 to Chatham Emergency Squad President Evan Skinner from the proceeds of last year’s event on Thanksgiving morning November 22, 2018. The 2018 event included nearly 1,000 participants, a record number in its 10-year history. See original story on...

For over 100 years, the Woman’s Club of Chatham has been positively impacting the educational and civic enrichment of the Chatham community through humanitarian activities and charitable grants. At its annual holiday celebration, the organization’s Co-Presidents Terry Kandalaft and Caryl Anne McBride provided a check in the amount of $50,000...

The Chatham Emergency Squad is presenting the 15th annual Winter Wonderland “Snow Village” at its Chatham Borough building, located at 31 North Passaic Ave., now through Thursday, Dec. 27. The display consists of more than 100 “Department 56” model houses, plus cars, figurines, a working ski lift, an ice skating rink and...

Read the heart warming journey of the DiMaggio family and how they give back to the community, including Nicole's decision to become a member of the Chatham Emergency Squad, as told to Chatham Living Magazine (December 2018) See original story on Chatham Living (more…)

On November 20th, the Chatham Interfaith Council held an ecumenical worship service timed to be just before Thanksgiving. This annual event brings together Chatham residents of many denominations to worship and give thanks. This year and for the last several years, the collection from the offering has been donated to...

CHATHAM, NJ - After four decades of service and too many calls to count, Mark Spinner, AKA "Spanky" is retiring from the Chatham Emergency Squad. Chatham Emergency Squad is a 100 percent all-volunteer agency servicing the Chathams and neighboring communities through mutual aid assistance. Currently, they are comprised of 84...

CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham Emergency Squad, an all-volunteer organization providing medical assistance and transport to Chatham Borough and Chatham Township residents and its visitors 365 days a year, has unveiled a new website to showcase the depth and breadth of services provided in the Chatham community. “The new site provides a...

The Chatham Emergency Squad recently received a donation from the Kiwanis Club of Chatham-Madison at the club’s annual Benevolence Dinner. The donation, which was similar to the contribution given to the Emergency Squad in prior years, was the result of various fundraising events held by the Kiwanis Club through the...

THE CHATHAMS – Michael Lemons of the Chatham Emergency Squad was honored with an EMT Excellence Award at the 22nd annual Excellence in Emergency Medical Services awards dinner Wednesday, May 23. Lemons was one of 17 EMS personnel from squads throughout the area recognized at the dinner. The awards are given annually by Overlook...

CHATHAM, NJ - The Chatham Township Committee recognized "Volunteer Month" by honoring its volunteers at the regular meeting of the township committee on Thursday. Chatham Township Mayor Curt Ritter read the proclamation into the record and brought up the volunteers in attendance, who each introduced themselves and told about their volunteer affiliation....