SFD Now Hiring EMS Providers

 

The Sharptown Volunteer Fire Department is currently accepting applications for Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/EMT positions.

Applicants must possess at least an EMT-B or EMT-P certification, a current CPR card, Firefighter I (or equivalent), and a valid driver’s license (Class B preferred). Starting pay is $19/hour for EMT and $22/hour for Paramedics.

Interested applicants may download the PDF application below. Applications can be either printed and submitted, or completed electronically and emailed along with copies of certifications to jobs@sfd14.com.

Sharptown Vol. Fire Department EMS Application

Sharptown Assist Mardela with Truck in the water

Just after 7:30 PM on October 25th, Sharptown Fire Department, along with Mardela and Salisbury Fire Departments, was alerted for a report of a vehicle in the water near the Bridge Street bridge in Mardela.

Crews arrived to find a Ford F-150 submerged on the Route 50 side of the bridge. Mardela Fire Company launched their boat and conducted an initial search of the vehicle, finding no occupants. Salisbury Fire Department then deployed their boat with four divers on board (two divers from Sharptown and two from Salisbury). Divers confirmed that no one was inside the vehicle and remained on scene until Simpson’s Towing arrived to recover the truck using their rotator.

Friday Night Jackpot Bingo

ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Bingo is back in Sharptown. Beginning Friday, October 3, 2025

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT

Doors will be opening at 5:30PM with games starting at 6:30PM. Paying $75 per game with a $200 Jackpot game. 

 

at the Sharptown Firemen’s Memorial Center

405 Joe Morgan Rd

Sharptown, MD 21861

Doors Open @ 5:30 – Games begin @ 6:30

Admission Pack Prices 
12 Cards – $20.00
18 Cards – $25.00
24 Cards – $29.00
30 Cards – $32.00
36 Cards – $35.00

We use Computerized Verification System
with TV Monitors

We now accept Credit Cards!!!

Bingo Rules

We do not accept checks
Splitting admission packs is not allowed
Each Person must have an admission ticket in plain view
No one under the age of 16 is allowed to be in the playing area or to play
DO NOT call bingo until the ball has been called
Miscalled bingo will result in disqualification of that card
Each game must be played on the specified/designated sheet
Anyone caught cheating will be asked to leave without a refund
You Must Have The Last Number Called
No alcoholic beverages are allowed

 

Sharptown Assists Crisfield with a Water Rescue

 

On Monday, September 15th at 8:52 PM, Wicomico Central dispatched the Sharptown Volunteer Fire Department to assist the Crisfield Volunteer Fire Department with a water rescue. Somerset 911 had received a report of a missing person who was possibly in the water.

The Sharptown Dive Team, along with the Salisbury Dive Team, deployed divers to search the area. At approximately 11:15 PM, Command made the decision to suspend dive operations for the night. Sharptown crews returned to the station at 11:30 PM.

Carnival Raffle Winners 2025

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support the 2025 Sharptown Firemen’s Carnival! From our amazing volunteers and organizations to each and every patron — we couldn’t do it without you. You make every carnival season a success!

The winning tickets for our raffles are listed below.

 

 

Prize Ticket #
$2000 5194
$10,000 7367
Side of Beef Raffle 1766
Browning Silver Field 12ga. Max 7 1553
Ruger Hawkeye 6.5 0895
Winchester SX4 12ga. 1411
Mossberg Patriot 450 1867
G Force GF5 12ga. 0185
CZ 612 12ga. 0571
Gun Safe 1530
24 Bottle Soft Sided Cooler, 24 Bottle Soft Sided Back Pack Cooler and $100 Gift Card 0731

Assist Salisbury with a Water Rescue in the Wicomico River

On September 6th at approximately 12:50 AM, the Sharptown Fire Department was dispatched to assist the Salisbury Fire Department with a water rescue. Squad 14, Utility 14-1, and Marine 14 responded with a total of nine personnel, including three divers. Upon arrival, crews assisted with dive operations in an effort to locate a person reported to be in the river. At around 2:30 AM, command suspended operations until daylight. Units returned to Sharptown at 2:35 AM.

Sharptown Annual Bike Parade

Sharptown Bike Parade
On July 20, 2025, the Sharptown Annual Bike Parade rolled through town — and what a great time it was for everyone involved! 🚴‍♀️🎉

The Sharptown Volunteer Fire Department proudly set up Truck 14 to display the American Flag, creating a patriotic backdrop for all the riders and spectators to enjoy. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

A big thank you to everyone who came out and made the day so special!

Training at Black Gold Farms

On June 14th, members of the Sharptown Fire Department along with the Laurel and Preston Fire Departments participated in a training hosted by Black Gold Farms in Rhodesdale, MD. Crews toured the facility, gained valuable knowledge about its operations, and took part in a hands-on rescue training using one of the potato harvesting machines. We sincerely thank Black Gold Farms for making this training possible!

 

 

2025 Annual Sharptown Firemen’s Carnival

2025 Annual Sharptown Firemen’s Carnival

July 31st – Aug 23rd
Opens 7PM Nightly / Closed Sundays

$12,000 Cash Giveaway
Chances are $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00

Hunters Package Giveaway

Beef Raffle Giveaway

Famous Oyster Sandwiches
Games
Raffles

Ride all night for
$12.00 on Mon
$14.00 Tue Thru Sat

 

 

Carnival Ride Height Restrictions

Ride With Adult Without Adult
Ferris Wheel 36″ up to 48″ 48″
Wacky Worm Coaster 36″ and Below 42″
Tilt a Whirl 46″ or Below 46″ 
Slide 42″ and Below 42″ 
Carousel 42″ and Below 42″ 
Himalaya Between 30″-36″ 36″
Kiddie Rides N/A Up to 54″

 

If you still have questions, check out our new Carnival FAQ page!

Assist Laurel with a House Fire

On April 30th, at approximately 2:30 AM, the Sharptown Fire Department was dispatched to assist the Laurel Fire Department with a house fire on West Street in Laurel. Engine Tanker 1402 and Truck 14 responded with a combined crew of nine firefighters. Upon arrival, crews assisted with fireground operations. The incident was brought under control, and units were cleared from the scene shortly after 4:00 AM. Additional pictures from Blind Baby Productions.