Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co.

04/18/2026

Huge thank you to our community for the support of our Spring fundraisers! Shout out to Kings Market for the chickens, and Cory Mark for donating local salt potatoes.

Our Cash Raffle winners are:
1st.- $500: Alex Curry
2nd.- $400: Gregg Walker
3rd.- $300: Tina Beach
4th.- $200: Fred Longwell
5th.- $100: Bill Clark

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket. A special thank you to Gregg Walker for donating $100 of his winnings back to the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. It was a beautiful day to spend with our community.

03/03/2026

Notice of New York Statewide Burn Ban (March 16 - May 14, 2026):
Prohibited Activities and Exceptions. During this period, the burning of lawn debris, grass, tree limbs, and building materials is strictly forbidden.

However, exceptions are granted for recreational fires, provided they utilize only charcoal or dry, clean, untreated, and unpainted wood.
Permitted recreational fires include: campfires, small cooking fires, or any other outdoor fire less than 3 feet in height and 4 feet in length, width, or diameter; ceremonial or celebratory bonfires, including the disposal of flags or religious items, if not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

02/04/2026

The Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. is doing a Cash Raffle. If you would like tickets please see a Cohocton firefighter.

1st Prize: $500
2nd Prize: $400
3rd Prize: $300
4th Prize: $200
5th Prize: $100

Drawing will be held Saturday, April 18th, 2026 at noon during our Recruit New York Open House at the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co.
43 Maple Ave. Cohocton NY, 14826

01/25/2026

Please be careful and take your time if you must be out on the roads.

Steuben County issues Travel Advisory until Noon on Monday

The Steuben County Office of Emergency Services and the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office continue to monitor the winter storm, which is affecting our region. Steadier snow is moving into our area this afternoon and will last until later this evening into the overnight hours. However, the heavy snowfall will continue to create hazardous driving conditions at times. Storm totals of 12”-15” of snow are expected across many areas of Steuben County. In addition, temperatures will remain in the teens making road salt ineffective. This will make driving hazardous throughout the period.

Based upon current forecasts and conditions, the Steuben County Office of Emergency Services & the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office recommends no-unnecessary travel until 12:00 Noon on Monday. This is not a travel ban, but a recommended travel advisory. This travel advisory will allow plow crews time to clear roads and allow better access for the morning commute.

Remember, dial 911 for emergencies only.

For statewide travel conditions dial 511, mobile app or visit http://www.511ny.org/ For assistance with heating or shelter issues dial 211 for Steuben County Helpline.


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01/25/2026

With the storm coming we are asking if you are able to clear snow from the fire hydrents please do. It may save a life.

When snow piles up, fire hydrants can disappear. In an emergency, every second counts. A buried hydrant can delay firefighters from getting water where it’s needed most.

If there’s a hydrant near your home or business, please take the few extra minutes to clear at least 3 feet around it and a clear path to the street. That small act could make a life saving difference for a neighbor, a family, or a firefighter doing their job.
Thank you for helping us keep our community safe during this storm. ❄️

12/24/2025

A Fireman's
Night Before Christmas

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the town, the fire siren echoed blaring its sound. The firefighters came running from far and from near, and raced to the trucks quickly donning their gear.

And us in our bunkers, boots and helmets,
jumped to the engine to see where the fire's at. Down at the corner of Maple and Wilcox the dispatcher informed us of a house filled with smoke.

Smoke poured from the sides, from up and from down, yet up on the roof there was none to be found. So up to the rooftop we raised up a ladder from Engine 17, and climbed to the top to see what was the matter.

We came to the chimney and what did we see,
but a fellow in red stuck past his knees. Well we tugged and we pulled until he came out, then he winked with his eye and said with a shout.

"These darn newfangled chimneys they make them too small, for a fellow as I, not skinny at all." With a twitch of his nose he dashed to his sleigh, and called to his reindeer, "AWAY now, AWAY."

As we rolled up our hoses he flew out of sight, saying "God bless our firefighters" and to all a good night.

The Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎄🚒

12/23/2025

Happy November 30th Birthday Josh Schumacher 🎉🎂

Josh started his fire service career with the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. in 2014 and he has since served our community 11 years. He has held the positions of Executive Board, Vice President, Lieutenant, and 3rd Asst Chief. Thank you for the time and dedication you've given our community through the years!

Happy December 22nd Birthday Bill Waggoner 🎉🎂

Biĺl started his fire service career with the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. in 2002 and he has since served our community 23 years. He has held the positions of Chief, and Asst. Chief. Thank you for the time and dedication you've given our community through the years!

12/11/2025

⚠️ Due to the power outage the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. is open to residents for a warming station! ⚠️
Please share!

12/05/2025

The Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. would like to congratulate our newly elected positions.

Chief: Brent Bixby

1st Asst Chief: Brad Feely

2nd Asst Chief: Francis Gilman Jr.

3rd Asst Chief: Michael Gilman Jr.

Captain: Francis Gilman Sr.

Lieutenant: Braxton Middleton

Lieutenant: Bruce Beach

President: Sue Bixby

Vice President: Stephanie Feely

Treasurer: Jim Feely

Secretary: Tina Goodwin

Executive Board 3 year term: Tammy Gilman

Congratulations to everyone! A special thank you to everyone who held positions through the last year!

11/19/2025

Last night members of Perkinsville Fire visited the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. where 1st Asst Chief Feely did a joint refresher class on ropes, knots and basic rescue systems. Refresher trainings like this help keep us up to date on our skills and it's always good to work and train with our mutual aid partners.

11/18/2025

Happy Birthday to:

Amanda Cross 🎉🎂

Amanda started her fire service career in the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. 2010. She has since served our community 15 years.

Mark Schwingel 🎉🎂

Mark started his fire service career with the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. in 2016. He has also volunteered with Atlanta Hatch Hose Company.

Terry Gilman 🎉🎂

Terry started his fire service career this year with the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co. He has since taken and successfully completed Basic Exterior Firefighter Operations this year.

Thank you all for the time and dedication you've given our community.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from everyone at the Cohocton Hook & Ladder Co.! We are excited to see everyone in their costumes so don't forget to stop by and see us for a treat! Here are some safety reminders as our streets will be full of children tonight:

If you're going to pass out candy remember to put your lights on!

When you're driving in the village please keep a close look out for children crossing the roads.

Please remind your children not to run across any roads. Waiting for no traffic and calmly walking across the road is the safest way to cross.

Small children should always be supervised.

Have a lot of fun! 🎃👻🕸🕷