James C. Miller or more commonly known as "Jim ba" passed away at the age of 67, on August 29th 2026. Born July 23rd 1959 in Sharon, Connecticut. Jim ba had a strong connection to the area growing up and working here all his life. He was an avid pool player and traveled around for tournaments. He was a longtime member of the Ancram Fire Company as fire police for majority of his time. He will be truly ... (Full Story & Photos)

Members of the Ancram Fire Company came together Tuesday night to practice some basic and important operations during a fire. Moving hose through an area can be a challenge, practicing teamwork and coordination can make quick and effective work getting water streams into position to suppress fire. Ladder raising is essential for life safety when attempting a rescue or creating an alternative exit ... (Full Story & Photos)

FLOOD WARNING – COLUMBIA COUNTY
Heavy rainfall is causing rising water levels, flooded roadways, and hazardous travel conditions throughout Columbia County. For your safety:
• Stay home unless travel is absolutely necessary.
• Never drive through flooded roadways. Just a few inches of moving water can sweep a vehicle away, and it's impossible to know if the road beneath has been washed out.
• Keep ... (Full Story & Photos)

Travel conditions became unsafe Tuesday afternoon when a large amount of heavy rain moved through the area. A portion of State Route 82 between Decker Road and Doodletown Road flooded because of a clogged drain. State workers were on sceen along with State Police to help slow traffic, fire units were dispatched to help clear the obstruction and direct traffic. Utilizing a charges hoseline, the water ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Stewart Hunt Memorial Cornhole Tournament is scheduled for August 15th. Sign up by 9am to play. Food and drinks for purchase during the tournament and following the games is a chicken bbq dinner for take out. Call ahead for a reservation at 518-567-5317 and leave a message for how many dinners you would like.... (Full Story & Photos)

Early Monday afternoon, firefighters responded to a reported motorcycle accident. The individual had fallen off his bike and needed help at the intersection of Skyline Road and Pooles Hill Road. 79-44 and Ancram Car 1 responded with Community Rescue Squad and State Police to the scene. The extent of injuries necessitated the need for a helicopter landing at the Ancram Town Hall. 79-20 responded to ... (Full Story & Photos)

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is causing a haze and smoky smells. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) at Albany has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for Fine Particulates for our area until midnight tonight. The advisory recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects.

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Members of the Ancram Fire Company tested and attempted to use a dry hydrant on East Ancram Road Tuesday night. Dry hydrants are a water source for rural fire companies that are not pressurized like your typical hydrants. Cleaning, maintaining are essential for when an emergency necessitates the need for a water source to be established. If you are interested in learning more or joining our company, ... (Full Story & Photos)