PrideSTAR News



 2015

March 2015

Bryan Shanley and David Daly pictured with Governor Charlie Baker and Mayor Rodney Elliott at a recent event in Lowell.

Bryan Shanley and David Daly pictured with Governor Charlie Baker and Mayor Rodney Elliott

 

January 2015

Pridestar EMS supporting the Lowell Sun Santa Fund

Pridestar EMS supporting the Lowell Sun Santa Fund

 

 2014

December 2014

Pridestar EMS at the Lowell City of Lights Parade.

Pridestar EMS at the Lowell City of Lights Parade

 

November 2014

Pridestar EMS held it's annual turkey giveaway for employees. Happy Thanksgiving!

Pridestar EMS Annual Turkey Giveaway

 

November 2014

Pridestar EMS assisted the Manolis Family Helping Hands Project. Over 2,100 families will have a Thanksgiving meal this year because of the commitment and dedication of the Manolis Family to local families.

Manolis Family Helping Hands Project

 

October 2014

Pridestar EMS on scene at the Walk to End Alzheimers in Andover, MA.

2014 Walk to End Alzheimers

 

September 2014

Big thanks to Atria Marland Place for coming in and providing our employees with a delicious freshly cooked lunch.

Atria Marland Place provides lunch to Pridestar EMS employees

 

September 2014

Bryan Shanley, Pridestar EMS COO, with fellow Lowell General Golf Challenge co-chair Michael Dubuque of Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union present Jody White, Lowell General Hospital President, with a check for $439,000.

Pridestar EMS donates to Lowell General Golf Challenge
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September 2014

Pridestar EMS recently donated ambulance A37 to Community Christian Fellowship (CCF) that will go to the Carribean to help care for the sick and needy in deprived areas.

Pridestar EMS recently donated ambulance A37 to Community Christian Fellowship (CCF)

 

August 2014

Pridestar EMS at National Night Out in Lowell and Lawrence, MA

Pridestar EMS at National Night Out in Lowell and Lawrence, MA

 

August 2014

Pridestar EMS was honored to be able to help the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation this past weekend at the Jam for Joe at the House of Blues with Scott Grimes and Bob Guiney.

Pridestar EMS was honored to be able to help the Joseph Middlemiss Big Heart Foundation

 

July 2014

Pridestar EMS took to the seas again for the annual fishing trip. And we actually caught some fish this year for a change!

Pridestar EMS Deep Sea Fishing Trip

 

June 2014

The Health System hosted this thank you breakfast for Emergency Medical Service (EMS) first responders to show appreciation for their hard work saving lives every day!

2014 Greater Nashua EMS Appreciation Breakfast

 

June 2014

Ed Daly of Pridestar EMS accepts a community partner award from Supt. Taylor and Deputy Supt. Friedl of the Lowell Police Department

Ed Daly of Pridestar EMS accepts community partner award

 

June 2014

Pridestar EMS on scene at the Lowell Transitional Living Center Steps to Home Walk

Pridestar EMS at the LTLC STH Walk

 

May 2014

Thanks to SNHMC for hosting a great speaker program for EMS Week

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center EMS Week Breakfast

 

May 2014

Pridestar EMS handling the event detail for the NEPC Cool Kids 5k

Pridestar EMS handling the event detail for the NEPC Cool Kids 5k

 

April 2014

Pridestar EMS was honored to be a part of the POW-MIA chair dedication events at Lawrence and Lowell City Halls. Great job by all involved for making it happen.

Pridestar EMS honored to be a part of the POW-MIA chair dedication events

 

March 2014

Pridestar EMS crews had their green uniforms on and enjoyed a corned beef dinner prepared by coworker Dave Leriche in celebration of St. Patrick's Day.

Pridestar EMS celebrates St. Patrick's Day

 

March 2014

Pridestar EMS at the St. Patrick's Day Parade

Pridestar EMS at the St. Patrick's Day Parade

 

January 2014

At our recent Christmas party, Pridestar EMS recognized our Employee of the Year recipients for 2013. Congratulations to Mike Comber for receiving the Employee of the Year and Mike Koza for receiving the John Gounaris Everyday Excellence Award.


 

 2013

December 2013

Pridestar EMS was shining bright at the Lowell City of Lights Parade. Thanks to all the staff that made it happen.

2013 Lowell City of Lights Parade

 


 

December 2013

Pridestar EMS was on scene as the event detail EMS agency for the Feaster 5 Road Race in Andover, MA.

2013 Feaster 5 Road Race

 


 

December 2013

Pridestar staff and other volunteers braved the cold to assist the Manolis family as they provided meals to 2000 families in the Greater Lowell community.

Manolis Family Project Helping Hands 2013

 


 

November 2013

Pridestar EMS Employees were once again provided with turkeys for their Thanksgiving meal. Thanks to our supervisors for coordinating the process, especially Joe Monahan. Hope everyone has a great holiday!

Pridestar EMS Employees were provided with their Thanksgiving turkeys

 


 

November 2013

Pridestar EMS event detail at the Blacklight Run in North Andover.

Pridestar EMS at the Blacklight Run

 


 

October 2013

Pridestar EMS was one of the local resources who participated in the Baystate Marathon. All the services worked closely to ensure a safe and successful race for the participants.

Pridestar EMS at the Baystate Marathon

 


 

October 2013

Pridestar EMS had an ambulance to explore at the Lawrence Fire Department Fire Safety Day held this past weekend.

Lawrence Fire Department Fire Safety Day

 


 

October 2013

Pridestar EMS provided the EMS detail for the recently held Walk to End Alzheimer's in Andover, MA.

Pridestar EMS at the Walk to End Alzheimer's

 


 

September 2013

PrideSTAR EMS CEO, David Daly, put his training to work Thursday when he came to the rescue of a woman having a seizure in her car on Interstate 495.

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September 2013

Pridestar EMS Supervisors and Management went in search for Codzilla in Boston Harbor. We didn't find Codzilla but we did meet some of his relatives as we dried off during dinner at Jasper White's Summer Shack.

Pridestar EMS searches for Codzilla

 


 

August 2013

We have added A49 & A51 to our BLS Fleet. P900 is the newest member of our ALS division. L3, L4, & M2 are new support vehicles for our Livery and Marketing departments.

Newest Members of the Pridestar EMS Fleet

 


 

August 2013

The employees of Pridestar EMS set sail this year for some night fishing. Once again the fish won the battle but we'll be back next year to try again!

Pridestar EMS deep sea fishing trip

 


 

August 2013

Pridestar EMS was on the road yeserday with Sweet Pete the Ice Cream Man visiting our local nursing centers and handing out ice cream for the staff and some residents. Even some of the Pridestar employees were able to get their ice cream fix.

Pridestar EMS on the road with Sweet Pete the Ice Cream Man

 


 

August 2013

Pridestar EMS staff at the Lawrence, MA National Night Out. Happy 30th Anniversary NNO!

Pridestar EMS at the Lawrence, MA National Night Out

 


 

July 2013

PrideSTAR EMS, Inc. is currently seeking Nationally Registered EMTs to work out of our Lowell, MA Base. Must have NREMT, NH EMT, MA EMT (or willing to obtain it) and Valid CPR Cert. Sign on bonuses to successful applicants. Please go to visit our careers page and fill out an application or call Cindy Marcotte at 603-218-0911 or 978-441-0911.

 


 

July 2013

Pridestar EMS on site for Zack Hample's world record setting helicopter catch!

Pridestar EMS on site for Zack Hample's world record setting helicopter catch

 


 

July 2013

Pridestar EMS in the background at the Nashua Silver Knights game... ready if you need us. If you have a chance, check out a game this season. Great family night out in Nashua!

Pridestar EMS at the Nashua Silver Knights game

 


 

June 2013

Pridestar EMS at the Lowell Transitional Living Center Walk

Pridestar EMS at the Lowell Transitional Living Center Walk

 


 

June 2013

Pridestar EMS was at a recent MCI Drill at Janas Rink in Lowell.

Pridestar EMS at a recent MCI Drill at Janas Rink in Lowell

 


 

May 2013

Pridestar EMS employees switched uniforms for a day to show support for those impacted by the Boston Marathon bombing.

Pridestar EMS employees switched uniforms for a day to show support

 


 

April 2013

Great show of community support today in Dracut for the Roseann Sdoia Recovery Fund. Thanks to Brian & Erin McMahon, Ann from Carbon Colors, the local delegation, DFD, DPD, WCAP, and all the volunteers. PrideSTAR was excited to be a part of it. 1700 shirts sold! Boston Strong!

PrideSTAR EMS at the Roseann Sdoia Recovery Fund

 


 

March 2013

PrideSTAR EMS employees got in the holiday spirit by trading in their normal shirts for the St. Patrick's Day uniform and enjoying a Corned Beef Lunch with all the fixings.

PrideSTAR EMS employees got in the holiday spirit

 


 

February 2013

In the first image, David T Daly, CEO, congratulates longtime Office Manager Kathy McMullen for receiving the "Edward A. Daly Award" which recognizes an employee for his or her performance, professionalism, loyalty, and other accomplishments that exemplify the values and professional standards of PrideSTAR EMS in their daily work. Kathy couldn't have been more deserving of this award!

In the second image EMT Christopher Farley is congratualted for being selected the "2012 Employee of the Year." Great job Chris!

In the third image, Medical Transport driver Wes Clemm is congratulated for receiving the "2012 John Gounaris Award" This award was previously called the "Everyday Excellence Award" and was renamed in honor of John who passed away last year. Job well done Wes!

Office Manager Kathy McMullen, Edward A. Daly Award

 


 

 2012

December 2012

Pridestar EMS attended the Lawrence Boys and Girls Club Christmas party where we presented a donation which was used to purchase gift cards for club members.

Lawrence Boys and Girls Club Christmas party

 

November 2012

Pridestar EMS once again participated in the Manolis Family Helping Hands Project. Big thanks to the Manolis Family and all the volunteers that helped package and deliver over 1800 Thanksgiving meals this year.

Manolis Family Helping Hands Project

 

November 2012

Pridestar EMS continued it annual tradition of giving out turkeys to all their employees. Happy Thanksgiving staff! We appreciate all your hard work!

Happy Thanksgiving

 

October 2012

Pridestar EMS to the rescue for Rowdy the River Hawk.

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October 2012

Pridestar EMS at the Lawrence Fire Department Open House.

Lawrence Fire Department Open House

 

October 2012

Pridestar EMS recently attended a Heroes Breakfast at Atria Marland Place. Thanks to the Atria for recognizing the efforts of the local Emergency Responders.

Pridestar EMS at a Heroes Breakfast

 

August 2012

Pridestar EMS recently particiapted in the Lawrence, MA National Night Out event.

Pridestar EMS at National Night Out event

 

August 2012

Pridestar EMS recently performed their ribbon cutting ceremony for the Nashua, NH base on July 27th.

Pridestar EMS Nashua, NH Ribbon Cutting

 

July 2012

Pridestar EMS Employee Fund recently participated in the VW Pull for Wounded Warriors. This fundraising event at the Service Credit Union Boston – Portsmouth Air Show benefits the Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire, and its work with wounded warriors living with traumatic brain injury. The benefactors are men and women who have suffered injuries from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and young survivors of brain injury.

Pridestar EMS VW Pull for Wounded Warriors

 

July 2012

The staff at Pridestar enjoyed another deep sea fishing trip. Although the big ones got away, everyone had a good voyage.

Pridestar EMS 2012 Deep Sea Fishing Trip

 

July 2012

Pridestar played the part of the ice cream man visiting local nursing homes with cool treats on a hot summer day.

Pridestar EMS Annual Ice Cream Day

 

June 2012

Pridestar's commitment to environmentally friendly applications continues with the recent addition of a solar energy system.

Pridestar EMS powered by solar

 

June 2012

Two of the newest members of the Pridestar EMS fleet… A45 & A47

Pridestar EMS fleet members A45 & A47

 

June 2012

Ed Daly of Pridestar EMS with Lowell Police Chief Ken Lavallee at the LPD Volunteer Recognition Night.

Pridestar EMS recognized by Lowell Police Department

 

May 2012

Pridestar EMS to implement a solar energy system to it's Lowell, MA headquarters.

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May 2012

Pridestar EMS was recently featured in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston's 2011 Annual Report that showcased one company from each of the six New England states. Pridestar was chosen to represent Massachusetts by the FHLB for the unique partnership that was facilitated by Lowell 5 that allowed Pridestar to take better control of skyrocketing insurance costs.

Pridestar EMS Featured

 

April 2012

Pridestar EMS providing the ambulance detail at the March for Babies Walk. Thanks to all the walkers that came out on a rainy Sunday morning.

Pridestar EMS at March of Dimes Walk

 

April 2012

PrideStar EMS has doubled its fleet of trucks to 50 after acquiring Andover-based Health Tech Ambulance Service. PrideStar chief executive David Daly said the deal makes sense because it allows his company to gain more scale in an increasingly competitive industry by teaming with an organization that has “the same philosophies and principles.”

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March 2012

David Daly, CEO of PrideStar EMS announced today a new and exciting chapter for PrideStar with the agreement to acquire Health Tech Ambulance Service; an Andover based medical transportation company.

Pridestar EMS Press Release

 

March 2012

Pridestar EMS hit the roller skating rink with a group from New England Pediatric Center. Everyone had a great time. Thanks to all the staff that helped out!

Pridestar EMS Roller Skating

 

March 2012

Check out some exterior pictures of our new Nashua, NH base.

Pridestar EMS Nashua, NH

 

February 2012

Pridestar EMS presents Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from April 3 to July 7, 2012.

Pridestar EMS EMT Course

 

January 2012

Pridestar EVP, Bryan Shanley stands alongside recent New Hampshire Technical Institute graduate, Michael Tierney. Mike was selected as the recipient of the Pridestar EMS Professional Development Scholarship. He successfully completed his degree in Paramedic Emergency Medicine. Congratulations Mike!

Pridestar Professional Development Scholarship

 

January 2012

Pridestar EMS Employee Fund stepped up to the Sun Santa Fund again with a $500 donation which was matched by the company. Thanks to all the employees for their generous contribution.

Pridestar EMS Employee Fund

 


 

 2011

December 2011

Pridestar EMS adds two new vehicles to the growing fleet. F2 is our new Field Operations Unit and P300 is the most recent Advanced Life Support Ambulance.



 

December 2011

Pridestar CEO David Daly, with this years Employee of the Year and Everyday Excellence Award winners, Jeffrey Richter and Amanda Lehman respectively. Thanks for all your hard work!



 

December 2011

Pridestar EMS staff and management present a plaque to our departing Director of Operations, Matt Libby, for his years of dedicated service.



 

December 2011

Pridestar EMS got into the Holiday spirit at the Lowell City of Lights Parade. Thanks to all the staff who came in and decorated the trucks!



 

November 2011

The staff at Pridestar EMS was once again out in full force to assist the Manolis Family Helping Hands Thanksgiving Project this year. Over 1600 meals will be enjoyed this Thanksgiving by deserving families. Thanks to all the volunteers and a big thank you the Manolis Family of Dracut House of Pizza for their continued efforts to make sure that every family has the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving.



 

November 2011

Pridestar EMS was one of the companies recently honored by the City of Lowell's Economic Development Office for their commitment to giving back to the community.



 

October 2011

Pridestar EMS donated their services to the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's. Awesome turnout for a great cause.



 

October 2011

Pridestar EMS was once again out in full force to support the Saints Cancer Center Walk for Life.



 

October 2011

A25: Another New Member of the Pridestar EMS Fleet



 

September 2011

A23: Newest Member of the Pridestar EMS Fleet



 

September 2011

This month Pridestar EMS gave away free ice cream to all employees. Thanks to Orchard Hill for their great service.



 

August 2011

Pridestar EMS was recently at the Saints Foundation Golf Classic. The event was chaired by Pridestar Executive Vice President Bryan Shanley and raised over $150k for the Saints Cancer Center Spindle Fund.



 

August 2011

Pridestar EMS at the March of Dimes Walk for Babies. Great job by the the ambassador family Sean, Elisa, and Emma Daly



 

July 2011

Pridestar EMS being recognized for their contributions to the Lowell Police Department



 

July 2011

Pridestar EMS takes a fishing trip and responds to an ocean rescue. Whether it be land or sea we have you covered!



 

June 2011

Pridestar visited local nursing homes for the Annual Ice Cream Truck Day. The ice cream still tasted great despite the rainy weather!



 

May 2011

Pridestar EMS sent an ambulance to Wonder Years Nursery School and Child Care in Dracut, MA for a Touch A Truck Program. This allowed the children an exciting and educational experience to explore an ambulance and have their questions answered by Emergency Medical Technicians.



 

April 2011

Your welcome Brookside Elementary School. Pridestar EMS on the Dracut High School marquee after another successful Fun Bus trip!

Brookside Elementary

 

April 2011

Pridestar EMS employees participating in Red Shirt Fridays to show support for our service men and women.

Red Shirts

 

March 2011 - Pridestar Goes Green

Pridestar EMS crews wore green shirts again this year to celebrate St Patrick's Day. The staff was also treated to the 4th Annual Corned Beef Dinner. Thanks to Dave Leriche for taking over the cooking duties!!



 

March 2011

Pridestar EMS's headquarters received the City of Lowell Green Building Award of Excellence. The building was constructed by Daly General Contracting and utilized numerous energy efficient applications. To contact Daly General Contracting call 978 937-5553 or visit dalygc.com



 

February 2011

The newest member of our fleet.



 

February 2011

Pridestar CEO David Daly, presents Employee of the Year and Everyday Excellence Awards to Tom Springford and John Gounaris respectively.



 

January 2011

The newest member of our fleet. P500 is solely dedicated to our Advanced Life Support division.



 


 

 2010

December 2010 - Home Instead Senior Care

Thanks to Home Instead Senior Care for generously providing gifts to seniors this Christmas. Pridestar donated the "workshop" for all the wrapping and its "sleighs" to help make the deliveries.



 

Nov 27 2010- City of Lights Parade

Pridestar EMS got into the holiday spirit by decorating our trucks for the Lowell City of Lights Parade



 

Nov 2010- Pridestar assists Project Helping Hands

Pridestar once again assisted Project Helping Hands in delivering Thanksgiving Baskets to families this year. For their efforts, Pridestar received the 2010 Corporate Sponsor Award from the Foundation. A big thank you to the Manolis Family for providing 1500 families with dinner this Thanksgiving.



 

Nov 2010- PrideSTAR EMS participated at the Creative Beginnings Preschool Touch A Truck Program.

For the second year in a row, Pridestar EMS sent an ambulance to Creative Beginnings Preschool in Lowell, MA for their Touch A Truck Program. This allowed the children an exciting and educational experience to explore an ambulance and have their questions answered by Emergency Medical Technicians."



 

Oct 2010- Nintendo Wii Bowling Challenge with the Lowell Senior Center All-Star Team

Pridestar EMS recently accepted a Nintendo Wii Bowling Challenge from the Lowell Senior Center All-Star Team. The game system was donated by Pridestar in an effort to provide the Senior Center visitors with an another way to remain active. The All-Star team squeeked out a victory over Pridestar. A rematch is in the works.



 

Oct 2010- PrideSTAR EMS participated at a touch-a-truck event held at the St. Margaret's School in Lowell.





 

Oct 2010- Because of PrideSTAR EMS's continued support of our service men and women, CEO David Daly, and COO Matthew Libby, were invited by the U.S. Air Force Reserve on a "Bosslift".

Daly and Libby spent 2 days touring operations in Westover, MA and Dobbins, GA. They flew on the Air Force's largest aircraft, the C-5 Galaxy, toured the Lockheed Martin plant in GA, and even got to fly a C-130 simulator. It was a great trip. Once again, we here at PrideSTAR extend our appreciation and thanks to our service men and women.



 

Oct 2010 - PrideSTAR was both a major sponsor of, and provided medical and support services, for the Saints Cancer Center Fall Walk for Life.

The weather was perfect. Thank you to all our staff who helped make the day a great success.



 

Sep 2010 - PrideSTAR EMS was proud to participate in the Lowell Bike Safety and Rodeo!

Wear a helmet!



 

Aug 2010 - PrideSTAR was happy to participate in the recent "memory walk", started in Andover, to benefit Alzheimers Research.

PrideSTAR was a major sponsor, and provided medical stand-by services for the event.



 

6-15-2010 - PrideSTAR EMS receives the Patriot Award from the Massachusetts Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

This award is given for Contribuiting to the National Security and Protecting Liberty and Freedom by Supporting Employee Participation in America's National Guard and Reserve Force.

 

6-11-2010- PrideSTAR EMS continues an annual tradition, ice cream truck day.

PrideSTAR CEO David Daly, and Executive VP Bryan Shanley, visited all of our facilities with an ice cream truck! Often copied, but never duplicated, this has been an annual tradition since our inception.

 

6-1-2010 - PrideSTAR EMS passes annual OEMS inspection with no service deficiencies!



 

5-1-2010 - PrideSTAR EMS takes delivery of another ambulance and another chairvan.

Here we grow again! A23 is a 2010 Demers Type 2, and C20 is a 2010 New England Wheels Rear Load.

 

4-22-10: Open House

PrideSTAR hosts open house event to celebrate completion of new headquarters. Read the Lowell Sun article

 

4-2-10: PrideSTAR takes delivery of our new "Fun Bus".

This 14 passenger bus with wheelchair lift can be rented by the hour for trips out to lunch, casino trips, sightseeing tours etcyees!

 

02-01-2010 - PrideSTAR has a new Medical Director

PrideSTAR EMS is proud to announce that Dr. William Stuart has become our new service Medical Director. William A. Stuart, M.D. is a graduate of the University of Maryland Medical School and completed an internship at University Hospital in Baltimore before completing his Family Practice Residency at Harvard University in 1974; at which time he was an instructor at Harvard Medical School. He was Director of the Emergency Room at McNeal Memorial Hospital in Berwyn Illinois from 1974 through 1975, at which time he was an Associate Professor at The University of Illinois Medical School. He returned to Massachusetts in 1976, and was Director of the Emergency Room at Hale Hospital for two years before practicing Emergency Medicine in Lowell; initially at St. Josephs Hospital and at Saints Medical Center until June of 2008. He is currently licensed in Massachusetts and a Diplomate of The American Board of Emergency Medicine.

 

02-01-2010 - Now New Hampshire Licensed

PrideSTAR EMS has become a licensed State of New Hampshire Transporting Ambulance Service.

 


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