Nottoway Plantation destroyed by fire in Louisiana (photos)
A devastating fire on May 15, 2025, reduced Nottoway Plantation—one of the South’s largest and most iconic antebellum mansions—to rubble. The blaze broke out around 2 p.m. in the south wing of the historic structure, ... more
Investigation underway after two-alarm Owasco fire
Firefighters from across Cayuga and surrounding counties responded early-Wednesday to a second-alarm house fire on Willowbrook Drive in the Town of Owasco, where flames tore through a residence, causing a roof collapse and requiring a ... more
Lawmaker proposes student loan relief for volunteer firefighters
As volunteer firefighter ranks shrink across New York, Rep. Dan Goldman is pushing a bill to help reverse the trend, according to Spectrum News. His proposal would extend federal student loan forgiveness to volunteer firefighters ... more
Electrical fire destroys vehicle in Phelps driveway
Emergency crews responded early Tuesday morning to a vehicle fire at a home in Phelps, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they were called to 17 North Newark Street around 1:11 a.m ... more
New bill would boost tax breaks for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers
New York lawmakers are pushing a bill to expand tax incentives for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, according to Spectrum News. The proposal would allow volunteers to claim both property and state income tax credits, ... more
Wayne County apartment fire under investigation, no injuries
A fire at Drumlin Estates in Marion sent heavy smoke billowing from an apartment, prompting a swift emergency response just after 4 p.m., according to fire crews. The blaze was contained within 45 minutes, thanks ... more
Trailer fire outside Odessa draws 7 fire units
A Sunday afternoon fire heavily damaged a 60-foot trailer on County Road 10 near Odessa, according to local reports. Firefighters battled strong winds to contain the blaze and successfully saved a nearby garage. Crews from ... more
South Macedon Fire aids rural Tennessee department
A friendship rooted in high school and a love for service has sparked a lifesaving partnership, according to The Wayne Times. South Macedon Fire Department voted to "adopt" the Lakeview Volunteer Fire Department in Mooresburg, ... more
Small fire quickly contained at former Bombardier building in Auburn
A fast-moving fire on the roof of a former industrial building in Auburn was brought under control within minutes Friday afternoon, fire officials said. The Auburn Fire Department responded at 3:11 p.m. to 151 Orchard ... more
Tractor fire in Rushville destroys equipment but spares nearby machinery
A tractor fire in a Rushville field Thursday afternoon destroyed a piece of equipment but was quickly contained before spreading, authorities said. Yates County deputies, along with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, ... more
Steuben firefighters save Fremont home from spreading blaze
Steuben County firefighters prevented disaster Thursday when a vehicle fire spread to a garage in Fremont, according to the Fremont Volunteer Fire Department. Crews arrived at 7568 Russell Road to find the garage fully engulfed ... more
Fire crews battle two-alarm blaze in Cayuga County
A multi-agency response brought a large structure fire under control Friday on Twelve Corners Road in Cayuga County after the blaze escalated from a reported chimney fire to a second alarm incident. According to the ... more
Classic Chevrolet Nova destroyed in Manchester vehicle fire
A vintage car burst into flames Tuesday afternoon in Ontario County, drawing emergency response from two fire departments. The 1969 Chevrolet S Nova, owned by 69-year-old John Nicolo of Manchester, was fully engulfed when deputies ... more
Bristol Volunteer Fire Department issues urgent call for new recruits
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department is asking residents to step forward and help keep emergency services strong in the community. In an open letter, department leaders issued a call for new volunteers, urging people of ... more
Community rallies around Victor fire official battling kidney cancer
Support is pouring in for a longtime Victor firefighter and father of two after a recent cancer diagnosis disrupted his life and placed financial strain on his family. Mark Militello, Deputy Chief at the Victor ... more
UPDATE: Addison man dies in house fire, cause still unknown
A 64-year-old man was killed in a house fire Thursday evening in the Town of Addison, according to New York State Police. Emergency crews found Randy Allington unconscious on the second floor of his home ... more
Early morning Geneva fire contained by first responders
Geneva firefighters responded swiftly to a Monday morning fire, containing the blaze to a rear addition and preventing major damage to the main structure. According to a post by Hydrant Hose Company No. 1, crews ... more
Cayuga County Barn Leveled After Massive Fire
A fully involved barn fire drew a large emergency response Friday in Cayuga County, with multiple departments from across the region rushing to the scene near Route 34 and Center Road in the town of ... more
Addison Man Dies in Residential Fire, Cause Under Investigation
A 64-year-old man was killed in a house fire early Thursday morning in the town of Addison, Steuben County, according to New York State Police. Troopers from SP Painted Post responded to the scene at ... more
