Every year on June 14th, Americans celebrate Flag Day. Not surprisingly, it's considered the most appropriate day to hold flag disposal ceremonies.

The U.S. Flag Code says, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” When an American flag is worn beyond repair, it should be retired in ... (Full Story & Photos)

The officers and members of the Pleasant Valley Fire District would like to congratulate three of our probationary members Martina Meyer, Jack Blanch and Tom Martino on completing BEFO (Basic Exterior Fire Operations) course.

This is their first step in the fire service and we wish them luck as they continue their journey. ... (Full Story & Photos)

"We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude" .......Cynthia Ozick

Last Saturday, on a hot and humid June morning, equipped with pickaxes and shovels, the Pleasant Valley Fire Company # 1 once again returned back to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery helping to restore honor and respect to those who founded and built Pleasant Valley USA.

Special thanks to Jim Donick for the ... (Full Story & Photos)

According to the U.S. Flag Code, “The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning”.

Come to the Salt Point Fire Company located at 30 Cottage Street in Salt Point, NY on Flag Day, June 14th and join us in this solemn ceremony.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Pleasant Valley Fire District welcomes Matt Hall, CPA as the new interim District Deputy Treasurer.

Mr. Hall brings to the role a wealth of municipal accounting knowledge and we look forward to working together.... (Full Story & Photos)

The Board of Fire Commissioners of the Pleasant Valley Fire District announce the retirement of District Treasurer Jayne Murphy after 35 years of dedicated service to the Board and to Dutchess County.

We would like to thank Jayne for all her hard work and wish her the best during her retirement.... (Full Story & Photos)

Take a chance to attend the 2021 NASCAR Doubleheader Week held June 25-27, 2021 at the beautiful Pocono Raceway. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20. Drawing is on June 10, 2021.

To purchase tickets contact at Salt Point Fire Company member or call the firehouse at (845) 266-5177.... (Full Story & Photos)

Kidde, a smoke alarm manufacturer, is recalling as many as 226,000 smoke and carbon monoxide alarms following an alert from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) which said the detectors could fail to alert consumers of imminent fire threats.

These alarms can range in price from $10 and $70. They are normally sold at stores such as Walmart, Home Depot, and other department and hardware ... (Full Story & Photos)

Spring has sprung and many of us have started the weekly ritual of cutting our lawn.

Please remember if someone is cutting the lawn please do not be in the immediate vicinity. There is always a possibility that something may be buried in the grass that the person mowing does not see and mows over it.

An object like this wrench in the picture was thrown 50 feet and became imbedded in a steel door. ... (Full Story & Photos)

It's almost here....the excitement is building and so are the orders. Did you order your dinner yet? Do it TODAY and don't DELAY!... (Full Story & Photos)