Just after 4am on August 5, the Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department was alerted to the 6300 block of Sykesville Road for a possible structure fire. Crews arrived on scene to find a detached garage fully involved. Crews were able to quickly knock down the fire.

The garage was also close to two houses and a shed causing an exposure concern. Other than burned siding on the exposures, crews were ... (Full Story & Photos)

You're invited to the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department Annual Carnival, Saturday, June 11 - Saturday, June 18!

Great food, great rides and great entertainment for the entire family. Hope to see you there, and thank you, as always, for your generous support of your local volunteers!... (Full Story & Photos)

Just before noon on 4/22, your Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department was alerted for a vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in the area of West Hemlock Dr and Liberty Road.

Sykesville’s Engine 123 and Rescue Squad 12, with 6 volunteers, and Medic 128, staffed by our paid personnel, quickly responded.

Units arrived on scene to find a 3 vehicle collision with a motorcycle involved. Crews ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just after 5pm on 4/21 your Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department was alerted for a outside gas leak.

Engine 123 and Chief 12 responded. Upon arrival units found a 120 gallon propane tank with a broken valve that was actively leaking. Chief 12 assumed command and called for the hazmat unit and Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).

Once on scene crews decided that the best and safest ... (Full Story & Photos)

Mildred Frances Rosier, age, 93 of Sykesville, passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Bridginglife's Hospice at Northwest. Frances was a 75 year life member of the Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department, and was past president of the department's auxiliary.

Frances was born August 6, 1928, in Waynesville, NC. She was the daughter of William Ray McElroy and Aletha Morrow McElroy. Frances was ... (Full Story & Photos)