30-year-old fire truck rides off into sunset

December 11, 2025 @ 9:10 amLocal News, Rural, Wingham Advance Times

Retired fire truck.
North Huron Fire Department recently replaced one of its long-used vehicles, Fire Rescue number 7. The replacement is a 2026 Ford F-350 crew cab with cap. The new vehicle (not shown) offers improved response time, enhanced maneuverability and the ability to operate in rural and off-road environments. (Cory Bilyea photo)

WINGHAM – Rescue 7 rolled into service when the Spice Girls topped the charts and dial‑up internet was still a novelty. Now, almost 30 years later, the 1997 Freightliner is headed for retirement. After so many calls, parades and photo ops, even the hardiest rescue rig is entitled to hang up its helmet. The 1997…

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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.