Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company

04/13/2026

The FIRST first responders to every emergency! CVFC appreciates you!

03/21/2026

CVFC extends our deepest sympathies to the Goldsby Fire Department, the families of FF Jenkins and FF Pendleton and the entire community of the Town of Goldsby.

03/17/2026

The annual burn ban is in effect. Only small camp fires and cooking fires until May 15th.

The reason behind the ban, that was signed into NYS law in 2009, is fire reports submitted by fire departments from across the state, indicated a significant increase of vegetation fires between March and May.

02/22/2026

If you ventured out today, be sure to be back home by 4pm and stay in for the evening. We are in for a doozie.

🚨❄️ Blizzard Warning Update ❄️🚨

The Winter Storm Watch has now been upgraded to a Blizzard Warning for our area. The Rosendale Police Department is urging all residents to take this storm seriously and begin preparations.

Based on the current timetable, plowing operations are expected to begin at approximately 4:00 PM. to ensure our highway crews can operate safely and effectively, all vehicles must be removed from roadways as soon as possible.

This storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall and high winds, which may create whiteout conditions, drifting snow, and hazardous travel. These conditions present significant safety concerns for both residents and emergency personnel.

We are asking for your full cooperation in clearing the roadways and avoiding unnecessary travel. Your assistance will help us keep our community safe and allow crews to do their jobs efficiently.

Please stay safe, stay off the roads, and monitor local updates.

02/22/2026

CVFC extends our deepest condolences to the McGuire family and the UCSO. A true servant to his community.

PASSING OF RETIRED MEMBER

It is with profound sadness that Sheriff Juan Figueroa announces the passing of Sergeant Timothy E. McGuire (retired). Tim began his career with the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office in 1975 and retired in March of 2007, giving over 32 years of service to Ulster County. During his tenure, he served in various capacities to include our In-Water Rescue team as a tender, Navigation team member on the Hudson River, instructor in DWI Investigations and Field Sobriety Testing and sergeant assigned to patrol, just to name a few. He graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy as part of the 208th Session in March of 2002. Upon retirement, he remained in a part-time capacity with our agency for nearly another 20 years, when he recently “retired” again. He also served as an instructor in Marine Patrol Operations for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in Lake George. Sergeant Timothy McGuire was an asset to our agency and will truly be missed. We kindly ask you keep his family and friends in your thoughts during this difficult time. Details surrounding arrangements will be forthcoming.

02/18/2026

CVFC remembers

01/27/2026

Our sincerest condolences to the family and the Cragsmoor Fire Company

01/04/2026

🚨 When Our Community Calls, We Answer 🚒

From the early days to the modern era, service has always been at the heart of what we do. In 2025 alone, your volunteers responded to 136 calls for help — standing ready day and night to protect our neighbors.

Proudly serving the community since 1932, our mission remains the same: dedication, teamwork, and commitment when it matters most.

Thank you for your continued support of your local volunteer firefighters. ❤️
Here for you — yesterday, today, and tomorrow

12/31/2025

Have a Safe & Happy New Year by staying home and blowing up the Death Star at the stroke of midnight! Start “Star Wars: A New Hope” at 10:02:43pm and watch the ball drop.

12/26/2025

12/21/2025

Yesterday CVFC escorted Santa around Cottekill. If you have any photos of Santa visiting you, please post in the comments. We would love to see them!!!!

12/20/2025

Be sure to have coats & boots ready; keep an eye out for Santa & the fire engine today!!!! CVFC will be out and about Cottekill starting around 9am.

The route :
Cottekill Rd from the firehouse towards 209 and back

Coxing Rd and Marcott Woods

Marcott Rd towards 209 and back up to Lucas

Lucas North and Tyler’s Ln

Lucas from Marcott to Cottekill including Cottekill Est. and Tanhouse Brook Rd

Cottekill Rd to Cottekill Village

Michal Dr and Susan St

Lucas south into Town Halls

Lucas to Cottekill Rd

Cottekill back to the firehouse.