Obituary for Don Cady, Sr.

Donald R Cady, Sr., 88, of Pleasant Valley, NY passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2022. He was born on July 8, 1934 en route to Vassar Hospital to the late George S. Cady Sr. and Mabel Pectal Cady.

He was proud to have lived in Pleasant Valley his entire life.

He attended Arlington schools, leaving the high school in 1952 to join the US Navy. He had to present signed ... (Full Story & Photos)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 2, 2022

Reply to: John Cronk, Assistant Chief
Pleasant Valley Fire District
1619 Main Street
Pleasant Valley, NY, 12569
845-546-4796

The members of the Cady family and the Pleasant Valley Fire District mourn the loss of Don Cady, Sr. who passed away on Sunday.

Public calling hours will be held Friday, August 5th from 4pm to ... (Full Story & Photos)

From the National Weather Service...

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY & NOON TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY

Heat index values in the mid 90's to lower 100's expected both Thursday and Friday afternoon.

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. ... (Full Story & Photos)

It is with great sadness that the Pleasant Valley Fire District announces the passing of Past Fire Commissioner, Past Pleasant Valley Fire Company # 1 President and Life Member Donald Cady, Sr.

A dedicated U.S. Navy Korean War veteran and 70-year member of the Pleasant Valley Fire Department, he was a true example of community and national service.

Don was a Pleasant Valley treasure, a friend to ... (Full Story & Photos)

Smoke alarms save lives. There’s no doubt about it, and this is why it’s recommended that you replace the batteries once or twice a year.

If batteries are used, stored, and disposed of correctly, they pose little risk, but while they help save lives they can also be dangerous. When they’re not given the respect they deserve, problems can arise.

Most of us have a kitchen ‘junk’ drawer. It’s the place ... (Full Story & Photos)

Back by popular demand, the Pleasant Valley Fire Company #1 will be holding their last chicken BBQ of the season on Saturday, August 20th. This is always a sellout, so call (845) 224-8583 to make your dinner reservations.

Come help the Pleasant Valley Fire Company #1 and get a great dinner at the same time...... (Full Story & Photos)

Your Pleasant Valley firefighters training the other evening on vehicle stabilization using Paratech Struts.... (Full Story & Photos)

The COVID restrictions on room rentals at both fire houses have been lifted.

The room at PVFD Station # 1, located at 1619 Main Street in Pleasant Valley and the room at PVFD Station # 2, located at 30 Cottage Street in Salt Point are both available to rent for parties and celebrations.

To rent the room or check for availability, click the box marked ROOM RENTAL on the left side of the homepage ... (Full Story & Photos)

Come visit your fire department at Peckham Materials’ open house at their plant on North Avenue, today from 11AM to 3 PM.

Please bring a non-perishable food item to help support the Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Food Pantry. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Pleasant Valley Board of Fire Commissioners is pleased to announce that we have been awarded a grant from Dutchess County.

Through the Dutchess County Municipal Improvement Grant, the Fire District is being awarded $300,000 to be used towards the replacement of the fire pump at the old mill site, located on Route 44 in the hamlet.

Over a number of decades, the pump has fallen into disrepair ... (Full Story & Photos)