The Investigation Into Addison Bank Robbery Is Ongoing

Tips and leads are coming in to the sheriff’s office about the bank robbery in Addison last Friday morning.  Sheriff Jim Allard says, investigators are following up on these leads.

 

Steuben County To Hold Sept 4 Meeting At The Annex

Steuben County has had a lot of storm damage over the past few years.  County is having a public meeting about how to deal with these natural hazards, which are usually weather emergencies. This will be on September 4 at 11:30am in the county annex building.  That’s on 20 East Morris Street in Bath.  The meeting will also be on Zoom. 

 

Campbell Savona's SRO For 2024-2025 Is Sworn In

Campbell Savona is getting  School Resource Officer - Bill Baker to work their hallways this fall.   Baker was sworn in as a school resource officer yesterday by Sheriff JimAllard.  Also Officer Cameron Derby and Officer Evan Campbell who will be working full time as corrections officers at the county jail,  they were sworn in Monday, as were two new road patrol deputies: Garrett Reppert and Noah Warriner.

 

Stefanik, Langworthy Like Trump's Executive Order On Bail
Republicans Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Nick Langworthy are praising President Trump’s executive order from yesterday, to put pressure on states and counties that have cashless bail, by announcing plans to pull federal funding on places that won’t get rid of it.   "I strongly support President Trump’s Executive Order to end cashless bail. I will be working to lead the effort in Congress to codify this Executive Order with legislation," said Stefanik.  “I strongly support President Trump’s Executive Order to restore law and order, and I urge Congressional leadership to act to codify it so we can end this madness in pro-criminal, anti-police states like New York," said Langworthy.

Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul says in the last four years, her administration has made amendments to bail reform and invested $2.6 billion dollars into law enforcement since becoming governor. 

 

Statement On Nat'l Emergency Management Month

From County Spokesman Eddie VanStine:

Steuben County joins communities across the nation in recognizing National Emergency Management Awareness Month this August, honoring the professionals who serve as the first line of coordination when disaster strikes.

Emergency managers are problem-solvers, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When incidents require collaboration across multiple services, agencies, and disciplines—even beyond traditional public safety—emergency managers step in to lead. They help communities and organizations understand risk, build resilience, navigate crises, and take the right actions when disaster strikes.

What makes these professionals unique is that they are not only highly trained crisis managers—they are also everyday neighbors. Across the country and right here in Steuben County, our emergency services personnel serve our community. They are the chief risk advisors for the County and organizations they live in and serve, helping them prevent, mitigate, prepare for, and recover from disasters.

Steuben County is proud of the tremendous work and dedication of its Emergency Services Office. The County’s leadership in preparedness and resilience continues to be a model for the region and the state.

In preparation of National Preparedness Month in September, we urge residents stay prepared and informed. Steuben County encourages everyone to download the Ready Steuben app, available at no cost in both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app provides:

• 24/7 emergency notifications and weather alerts tailored to our region.
• Guidance on how to build emergency kits and family readiness plans.
• Resources to stay informed during severe weather, flooding, power outages, and other emergencies.

“Preparedness starts with awareness,” said Steuben County officials. “National Emergency Management Awareness Month is the perfect time to take steps to ensure you and your loved ones are ready for any crisis.”

For more information, contact the Steuben County Office of Emergency Services or visit the County website.