Allard: Don't Use FB Or A Tipline, To Report Emergencies

The sheriff’s department also put out a statement reminding people that if there is an emergency or a ongoing crime, call 9-1-1.  Don’t post it on Facebook, or use Facebook Messenger or the sheriff’s Tip Line.  Those platforms are not monitored all the time and are not for emergencies. again, if it’s an emergency, call 9-1-1.

From The Sheriff's Office: 

REMINDER: PLEASE DO NOT REPORT A CRIME IN PROGRESS OR REQUEST EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE THROUGH FACEBOOK, FACEBOOK MESSANGER OR THE SHERIFF'S APP TIP LINE

We want to remind everyone that Facebook, Facebook Messenger, an our Sheriff's App Tip Line are NOT the appropriate places to report crimes in progress or request emergency law enforcement assistance. These platforms are not monitored for emergency assistance. Urgent matters can go unnoticed if not reported through the proper channels.

In an emergency, call 911 immediately.

For non-emergencies, contact dispatch at 607-622-3911.

Submit tips or feedback through the official SCSO app or visit www.sheriff.steubencountyny.gov THIS IS FOR CRIME TIPS ONLY NOT THE LOCATION TO REQUEST EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE - CALL 911 IF EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED.

Using the correct contact methods ensures that our deputies can

 

Prattsburgh Central Budget Update

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NYS Dems Slam Two Republicans Who Might Run For Gov

The New York State Democrats put out a statement, criticizing Republican Congressman Mike Lawler and Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, for voting for the Big Beautiful Bill.  The New York Democrats say the Big Beautiful Bill will cause millions to lose their Medicaid insurance and also cause medical job layoffs in New York State.

 

Also, Congresswoman Stefanik said yesterday that the Fort Drum Army base needs $69 million dollars to repair infrastructure there. Stefanik says, not getting these electric repairs done to the airfield at Fort Drum, will endanger missions.