Burn Permits Available
Burn permits will be available Tuesday nights at the Fire Station from 7-9PM and also at the Select Board meetings. Burning season starts on January 15th and continues until May 1st.
Read MoreNotice from Chester Fire Department: Burning Season Closed
Burning season is closed! No more burning permits will be granted in 2025.
Read MoreCritical Drought Declared Across Massachusetts
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Read MoreAs Severe Fire Weather Persists, Chester Extends Outdoor Fire Restrictions
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Read MoreChester Outdoor Fire Ban Extended Through November 15
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Read MoreRed Flag Warning!
NOTICE FROM CHESTER FIRE DEPARTMENT – No outside fires permitted! Extremely dry conditions persist. Read more for full details.
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