Cortlandville Fire Department

06/09/2026

Starting Thursday! Come out and show support to the Homer Fire Department , without them we would not be where we are today!

06/08/2026

Congratulations Lucas!!

On June third FASNY home president and Cortland county director for CNYFA Doug VanEtten assisted the Scholarship committee with Presenting one of our VFIS/Gates-Cole insurance scholarships to Lucas Friedman at the McGraw Schools presentation night.
Lucas is going to attend Onondaga Community College in the fall to study in the Fire Technology program
Lucas also received a scholarship
From the Cortland City Fire Department presented by Firefighter Andrew Niver. We wish Lucas the best in his studies
and future career in the fire service

06/06/2026

Keep an eye on the sky. Potential for strong storms and damaging wind are possible this afternoon

Good morning! Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon into this evening. Some of these thunderstorms may become strong to severe and may result in locally damaging winds and hail.

For a location-specific forecast, please visit weather.gov/bgm and enter your location into the search box.

06/03/2026

On Tuesday June 2nd at approximately 140pm, the Cortlandville Fire Department was called to Hoxie Gorge Rd for a reported vehicle fire. Upon arrival firefighters quickly extinguished the fire.

Hoxie Gorge Rd was closed temporarily while firefighters worker to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is currently undetermined.

06/03/2026

This evening, Cortlandville Firefighter Lucas Friedman was presented with the 2026 Dan Newton Scholarship by the Cortland County Fire Chiefs Association. The scholarship was presented by Association President Mike Biviano during a special ceremony attended by Lucas's family.

Lucas will graduate from McGraw High School this spring and plans to continue his education at SUNY OCC Fire Protection Program this fall, pursuing his passion for the fire service.
We congratulate Lucas on this well-deserved honor and wish him continued success as he advances his education and fire service career. We are proud to have him as a member of the Cortlandville Fire Department and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes in the years ahead.

Congratulations, Lucas!

06/01/2026

The Cortlandville Fire Department would like to congratulate Chief Wayne Friedman on being named New York State Career Fire Chief of the Year.

Chief Friedman has dedicated nearly 30 years of service to the Cortlandville Fire Department, holding several leadership positions throughout his tenure, including serving as Chief of Department for two years. His commitment, leadership, and dedication to the fire service have made a lasting impact on both the department and the community.

Chief Friedman began his fire service career by following in the footsteps of his mother and father, continuing a proud family tradition of service. Today, that tradition carries on as he remains an active member of the department and serves alongside his two sons, Lucas and Gabe Friedman.

This recognition is a testament to Chief Friedman’s outstanding career, unwavering dedication, and lifelong commitment to serving others.

Congratulations, Chief Friedman, on this prestigious and well-deserved honor. Thank you for your years of leadership, service, and dedication to the fire service and the communities you have protected.

🚒 Congratulations, Chief Friedman — New York State Career Fire Chief of the Year! 🚒

Cortland fire chief to receive Career Fire Chief of the Year award ⬇️

06/01/2026

The Cortland County Department of Emergency Response and Communications is hiring!

🚨 WE’RE HIRING DISPATCHERS 🚨
Join the team behind the headset at the Cortland County Department of Emergency Response & Communications.

This is more than answering phones — dispatchers are the critical first link between the public and emergency responders. Every call matters. Every second counts.

We are looking for motivated individuals who can stay calm under pressure, multitask, and work as part of a fast-paced public safety team serving Cortland County 24/7.

🔹 Full-time position with benefits
🔹 Starting pay: $28.50/hour
🔹 Paid training provided
🔹 Work directly with Police, Fire, EMS & Emergency Services
🔹 No two days are ever the same

If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can truly make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.

Apply online here:
https://brnw.ch/21x303y

Learn more about DOERC:
https://brnw.ch/21x303z

05/26/2026

Cortlandville Firefighter Gaven Jean-Baptiste had the honor and privilege of being asked to perform taps at yesterday's Memorial Day ceremony at Courthouse Park.

05/25/2026

05/19/2026

Congratulations to Homer Fire Department Chief Nate Stockwin! Chief Stockwin also serves as a New York State Fire Instructor, teaching out of Cortland County

Stockwin Recognized by American Red Cross For Actions Following Crash on I81 in Preble
https://www.wxhc.com/stockwin-recognized-by-american-red-cross-for-actions-following-crash-on-i81-in-preble/