Boght Community Fire District

06/18/2026

Please be aware and safe.

TORNADO WATCH (INCLUDING THE ALBANY, NY AREA) UNTIL 3:00 P.M.

->A higher than usual threat for wind gusts up to 60-80 MPH are possible with any semi-organized thunderstorms or a squall line moves through your location. Main timeframe will be 12:30-3:30 PM today

06/10/2026

PLEASE NOTICE THE WEBSITE CHANGE.

06/05/2026

🔥🍗 Boght Community Fire Company Chicken BBQ Fundraiser 🍗🔥

Mark your calendars and bring home a delicious dinner while supporting your local fire company!

📅 Saturday, September 26th
⏰ Pick-Up: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Boght Community Fire Company
8 Preston Drive, Cohoes, NY

💲 $20 Dinner Includes:
✅ ½ Chicken
✅ Mac Salad
✅ Corn on the Cob
✅ Roll with Butter

🎟️ Tickets Available:
• At the Firehouse (Weekdays 9 AM – 4 PM)
• Online by scanning the QR code on the flyer

🚗 Take-Out Only

Gather the family, enjoy a great meal, and help support the members of the Boght Community Fire Company as they continue serving our community.

Please share this post and help us spread the word!

04/10/2026

🚒 Be a Hero for a Day! 🚒

Join us at the Boght Community Fire District Open House and experience what it’s like to be a firefighter!

📍 8 Preston Dr, Cohoes
📅 April 19th
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM

🔥 Hands-on activities include:
• Wear real firefighter gear
• Forcible door entry
• Hose advancement
• Fire extinguisher training

Bring the family, meet your local firefighters, and see what it takes to serve your community. Who knows, you might discover your inner hero.

We’ll see you there!

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Boght Community Fire District!

Wishing all of our residents, families, and friends a safe and joyful Easter filled with happiness, good health, and time with loved ones.

As always, your Boght firefighters are here for you, today and every day.

Stay safe and enjoy the holiday!

— Boght Community Fire District

04/02/2026

Our deepest condolences go out to the Jonesville Volunteer Fire Department, and to the family and friends of Chief Lou Pasquarell on his passing.

Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and service to your community.

Rest in peace, Chief, we’ll take it from here.

— Boght Community Fire District
(Pictures courtesy of others)

03/24/2026

Now Hiring:

Station Keeper / Maintenance Person
Boght Community Fire District

The Boght Community Fire District is seeking a dependable, motivated, and community‑minded individual to join our team as a Station Keeper/Maintenance Person. This full‑time role is essential to keeping our facilities, equipment, and grounds in top condition for the volunteers and residents we proudly serve.

Position Overview

• Full-time, 40 hours/week
• Starting at $20/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, vacation, personal and sick time, paid holidays, and NYS Retirement

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Relevant maintenance experience preferred
• Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repairs
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. or more
• Current active volunteer firefighter status
• Valid NYS Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• CPR/AED certification

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain district buildings, grounds, and equipment
• Perform custodial duties (mopping, vacuuming, window cleaning, etc.)
• Assist with setup and breakdown for meetings and events
• Clean, fuel, maintain, and transport apparatus and equipment
• Support community outreach activities

How to Apply

Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to:

• Email: [email protected]
• Fax: (518) 785‑0311
• Mail: Boght Community Fire District
8 Preston Drive
Cohoes, NY 12047