Ulster Hose
Company No. 5
The Ulster Hose Fire Department protects the 5th
fire District of the Town of Ulster, NY.
IN AN EMERGENCY ALWAYS DIAL 911 | NON-EMERGENCY: 1 (845) 339-1280

About Ulster Hose Co. 5
Our district is approximately 13 square miles, covering the county’s shopping and manufacturing hub, the Hudson Valley Mall, the future iPark87, two elementary schools, a middle school, and a population of approximately 7,000 residents.
The company – which staffs the fire district – is all volunteer with 70+ active members, and we provide fire and EMS response, as well as fire prevention and community outreach programs.

News & Events
Notice of Election
Attention residents of the 5th District of the Town of Ulster: On December 9, 2025, the Board of Fire Commissioners will be holding its annual election at the Ulster Hose Headquarters, 830 Ulster Avenue, from 6pm to 9pm.
Thank you Chief Heppner and Chief Kelly
Ulster Hose would like to thank Chief Shawn Heppner and Assistant Chief John Kelly on their many years of service as officers for the company. Both gentlemen decided not to seek re-election in this year's cycle. Their dedication, contributions, and ...
Ulster Hose Holds Officer Elections for 2026
At the monthly company meeting on Monday, November 10th, Ulster Hose members elected officers for 2026. We'd like to congratulate former assistant chief Matt Molinaro on his election as chief of department, following in his father Ed's footsteps; as well as ...