***Winter Weather Advisory*** As of 0800 2/15/25

Snow will begin this afternoon, mainly after 1 PM, with temperatures reaching a high near 33°F. Expect around 1 inch of snow accumulation.

Tonight, snow and sleet will transition to rain, possibly mixed with freezing rain, before changing back to snow after 5 AM, with lows around 28°F and a northeast wind at 5 mph.

Snow and sleet accumulation could ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Pleasant Valley Fire District stands together with other fire districts, departments and companies across New York State in mourning the line of duty death of Firefighter John “JR” Gaudet of the Binghamton, New York Fire Department.

John R. Gaudet, 40, was an 11-year veteran of the Binghamton Fire Department. He and two other firefighters were injured at a fire at 1 Main Street that was reported ... (Full Story & Photos)

***Winter Storm Update*** As of 6:30 PM

Snow will develop around 8-9 PM this evening and end around 10-11 AM on Sunday. The snow may briefly mix with or turn to freezing rain from around 4-7 AM.

Snow accumulation of 6-9 inches will be possible.

Ice accretions of 0.05-0.10" may also occur.

Temperatures will be in the mid to upper 20's during this event. Wind will be ENE at 5-10 MPH turning ... (Full Story & Photos)

***Weekend Storm Update***

Snow is expected to develop around 7 PM Saturday and continue through 9 AM Sunday.

Accumulation near 7 inches is forecasted with the heaviest snow expected between 9 PM Saturday and midnight Sunday.

Visibility may be as low as a quarter mile at times.

Highs Saturday will be in the mid 30's with lows near 20. Winds will be variable at around 5 MPH.

For Sunday, highs ... (Full Story & Photos)

With more snow in the forecast, here are some timely Winter Safety Tips...

According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 million U.S. adults are injured due to slips and falls every year. As we settle in for the last few months of winter, now is a great time to remind ourselves of a few strategies to help prevent falls and minimize our risk of injury while navigating snowy ... (Full Story & Photos)

***Weather Alert for Thursday - Friday***

Snow is expected to develop around 6 AM tomorrow, transitioning to freezing rain around 10 AM and rain around 2 PM.

Rain will continue through 4 PM. Snow accumulation of 1-3 inches, ice accretion around 0.15 inch, and rainfall amounts less than 0.05 inch are expected.

For tomorrow, highs will be in the mid 30's with lows near 20. Winds will be southerly ... (Full Story & Photos)

On February 2nd at approximately 9:40 AM, the Pleasant Valley and Arlington FIre Districts were dispatched for a possible chimney fire at Palmer Apartments, located at 2034 Route 44 in Pleasant Valley. A passerby called 911 to report black smoke and flames coming from the chimney, and a fire was quickly confirmed by an arriving member.

Upon gaining entry to the utility room, firefighters found an ... (Full Story & Photos)

Want a perfect warm-up to Saint Valentine's Day.?

Take your valentine to the February pancake breakfast, sponsored by the Pleasant Valley Fire Company.

This Sunday, February 2nd from 7 AM to 10:30 AM. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to career firefighter Greg Bolner on his completion of the Westchester County Career Fire Chiefs Firefighter's Academy.

It was a difficult 20-week academy that graduated 43 students from 4 counties.

Good luck Greg!... (Full Story & Photos)

At 11:40 on Saturday, January 25th, the Pleasant Valley Fire District was dispatched for a 2 car Motor Vehicle Accident with entrapment in the area of Route 44 & Route 82.

While enroute, crews were updated to Route 44 (old Route 44A) & Route 82 which is in Millbrook Fire Departments response area.

Two patients were extricated and taken to local hospitals to be evaluated with minor injuries.

Thank ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Pleasant Valley Fire District congratulates Firefighters Daniel Cronk and Billy Cummings on successfully completing their probationary period.

Daniel and Billy, longtime friends and dedicated members, joined the fire district together in June. Since then, they have proven to be invaluable assets. In addition to responding to emergency calls, they have already completed the New York State Basic ... (Full Story & Photos)

**Weather Update for Saturday thru Monday***

As of 0900 1/17/25

Rain and snow will be possible Saturday between 11AM - 6PM. Snow accumulation is not expected as temperatures will be well above freezing. The next chance for snow will develop around 11AM - 1PM Sunday and will continue through Sunday evening before ending around 1AM - 3AM Monday. A few flurries may linger into Monday morning. Total ... (Full Story & Photos)

Don't miss out on the Salt Point Fire Company's Super Bowl Wing Sale!

Enjoy delicious wings on Super Bowl Sunday, February 9th.

Order early! Wings sold out quickly last year, so place your order now by calling the number on the flyer.... (Full Story & Photos)

Pleasant Valley Fire District - 2024 Call Totals... (Full Story & Photos)

The Commissioners, Chiefs, officers and members of the Pleasant Valley Fire District congratulate one of our own, Shawn Castano.

The acting commissioner of the Dutchess County Department of Emergency Response (DCDER) has retired from the county workforce, again. Shawn Castano worked his last day on Friday, retiring after a total of 32 years in emergency services. Castano took over the department’s ... (Full Story & Photos)