Bath Police Report That Two Bath Residents Lose Custody Of A Baby To Steuben County Child Protective Services

 

The Bath Fire Dept's Saturday Fundraiser Info 

The Bath Volunteer Fire Department put out a reminder about driving safely with students being back in school locally this week.  Also, the Bath Fire Department is having a fundraiser tomorrow.  That will be from Noon-4:00pm at the fire station.  There are a limited number of tickets and it's first-come, first served, at the door.  

 

There Was A House Fire Yesterday Over In Canisteo 

Canisteo Fire Chief Don Lewis says it happened in the 1:00 hour Thursday afternoon, and that it was a first floor bedroom fire.  Fire Chief Lewis says the fire department was able to stop the fire from spreading.  He’s also thanking North Hornell and Greenwood’s fire departments for their assistance.  

State Police Report Stolen Vietnam Vets Grave Markers

FROM NYSP:  The New York State Police in Canandaigua are investigating the theft of approximately 40 U.S. Veteran brass grave markers at the St. Patrick's Cemetery located at 990 High Street in the town of Victor, New York.  The larceny occurred between September 1, 2024, and September 2, 2024.

Anyone with information about this larceny is asked to contact the New York State Police at 585-398-4100 or crimetip@troopers.ny.gov

 

State Required Boater Safety Class Being Given Tomorrow

The Steuben County Sheriff's Office Navigation Division will host a one-day New York State Boater's Safety Course tomorrow, from 8:00am to 5:00pm at the Steuben County Sheriff's Office, on Rumsey Street, Extension in Bath.  You have to be at least 10 years old to attend, seating is limited and pre-registration is required.   There is no charge to sit in on this class.   The state charges $10.00 for the boater's certificate – unless you’re less than 18 years old.  To sign up for the class call the Sheriff's Office today at 607-622-3930.  

 

Bath Police Chief Congratulates Two Bath Police Officers 

Bath Police Chief Colin Taft is saying congratulations to Investigator Jackson and Sgt. Cheresnowsky on completing the 8 hour course on Comprehensive Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Investigations.  From Police Chief Taft:  "Congrats to Inv. Jackson and Sgt. Cheresnowsky on completing the 8 hour course on Comprehensive Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Investigations. Ensuring our department’s commitment to these victims is a top priority."

 

U.S. Attorney Issues Statement About Sextortion

Sextortion is a crime that involves adults coercing kids and teens into sending explicit images online.  U.S. Attorney Trini Ross says, if your child is a victim of online sextortion, to take down predators contact information and report it to the Buffalo FBI Office.      

 

Hochul And Washington Dems On Obamacare $ In NYS

Governor Kathy Hochul says the federal government has gotten $10 billion dollars to New York State, to keep the Affordable Care Act here, also known as Obamacare, going.  Senator Chuck Schumer says, this is real money back in New York State resident’s pockets and peace of mind that health care will be affordable when you need it.  Senator Kirsten Gillibrand says this ensures that more New York State families have access to the health care they deserve – without breaking the bank.  Both Schumer and Gillibrand say, the Inflation Reduction Act made it possible for this money to be coming into New York.