Fatal Fire In The Town Of Addison

FROM NYSP: 

On April 18, 2025, the New York State Police at SP Painted Post responded to a report of a residential structure fire at 8752 State Route 417 in the town of Addison, Steuben County.

Multiple area fire departments were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, first responders located an unconscious male on the second level of the residence. The individual was extracted from the structure, and CPR was administered at the scene. Despite life-saving efforts, the male was pronounced deceased.

The deceased has been identified as Randy M. Allingington, age 64, a resident of the home. The Steuben County Coroner responded and officially pronounced Harrington deceased.

The Steuben County Fire Investigation Team also responded and is assisting in determining the origin and cause of the fire. At this time, the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

No injuries were reported to first responders.

The New York State Police were assisted by the Addison Fire Department, Tuscarora Fire Department, Thurston Fire Department, Forest View Gang Mills Fire Department, Painted Post Fire Department, Woodhull Fire Department, Cameron Fire Department, AMR Ambulance, Addison Ambulance, and Addison Police Department.  This is an ongoing investigation. 

 

Steuben County Town Of Wallace Fire District Audited By The State Comptroller's Office 

From The State Comptroller's Office:

"The board did not provide adequate oversight of the district’s financial operations. Auditors determined that district funds are not adequately safeguarded and not spent in a prudent manner. For example, the board did not use competitive methods to purchase a used 2008 brush truck that cost $175,000. The board also did not establish an effective system of internal controls over key financial areas. The treasurer did not submit periodic financial reports to the board, including monthly bank reconciliations, monthly treasurer’s reports and budget-to-actual reports. The board adopted an unrealistic budget resulting in an operating surplus totaling $45,274. In addition, the treasurer has not filed the 2023 Annual Financial Report required by state law and the board did not conduct an annual audit of the treasurer’s records."

 

Response From The Town Of Wallace Fire District:  "Regarding the draft findings of the Wallace Fire District Audit, I am in agreement with your findings.  We will being to take the recommended corrective action." 

Nicholas Kowalczak, Chairman.

 

Erwin's $10.8 Million Dollar Grant For Sewer Improvements

Governor Kathy Hochul says, the Steuben County Town of Erwin is getting a $10.8 million grant and low-cost financing package for the design and construction of wastewater treatment plant improvements and extension of sanitary sewers along Route 417.  Senators Schumer and Gillibrand and Congressman Nick Langworthy all thanked the governor and said the water grants from the state are helping municipalities like Erwin.

 

Dispatchers Honored, During Telecommunications Week

This week is National Telecommunications Week.  There is a total of 27 dispatchers who work for the Steuben County 9-1-1 center, and five to seven dispatchers are on duty at any given time.  That's according to Steuben County Emergency Services Director Tim Marshall, who says that 9-1-1 dispatchers are also first responders.   :"If somebody is choking, or if they go into cardiac arrest, dipatchers can give instructions on CPR, Hiemlich Manuvers, and all types of medical emergency advice," Marshall explained.

 

Bath Volunteer Fire Dept's Comedy Night Is Next Weekend