Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Celebrating the Service of Assistant Chief Ruchala and Lieutenant Brian Belfiore


I was honored to have joined the Groveland Fire Rescue Department in celebrating the remarkable careers and service of Assistant Chief Kurt Ruchala and Lieutenant Brian Belfiore at their recent retirement ceremony.

Assistant Chief Ruchala dedicated 30 years to the Town of Groveland, rising through the ranks after beginning his service as a call firefighter. His commitment to public safety extended well beyond the local level, including 15 years of service on the Massachusetts Fire Academy Training Committee—helping to strengthen firefighter training and readiness across the Commonwealth.

Lieutenant Belfiore is also recognized for his 20 years of service to Groveland, where he served as a call firefighter and Fire Prevention Officer. His career reflects a lasting commitment to protecting the community, and his service has extended regionally through his work in Georgetown and currently as a career firefighter with the City of Haverhill.

To both Assistant Chief Ruchala and Lieutenant Belfiore—thank you for your dedication, your leadership, and your years of service to our communities. Your commitment to public safety has made a lasting impact, and I wish you both all the best in this next chapter.

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Posted by Bruce Tarr at 8:00 PM