GENESEO — The Geneseo Fire and Ambulance Corp is in search of new volunteers interested in helping others inter time of need. "There is a nationwide decline in emergency service volunteers. Livingston County communities are not immune from the trend," Chief Andrew Chanler stated. "We are doing our best to stay ahead of the issue." Although the training is extensive, the recruitment process has been revamped, so potential volunteers are … [Read more...]
No Serious Injuries in MVA at Jones Bridge Road and Rte. 63
GENESEO — There were no reported serious injuries Tuesday afternoon after a two-car motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Rte. 63 and Jones Bridge Road. According to Geneseo Fire Chief, Andrew Chanler, there were no transports to the hospital as the fender bender temporarily clogged up traffic. Responding to the scene was the Geneseo Fire Department and EMS, Livingston County EMS, Geneseo Police and the Livingston County Sheriff's … [Read more...]
Geneseo Village Board Commends Community for Battling Kelly’s Blaze
GENESEO – At their first meeting since last Wednesday's fire on Main Street, the Village Board expressed gratitude and deep appreciation for the first responders who contained and battled the blaze, and continue to investigate the scene into Monday, and the businesses who helped first responders do their jobs. Trustee Ben Gajewski formally presented Geneseo Fire Chief Andrew Chanler's report to the Board, who all commended the first responders … [Read more...]
Kelly’s Saloon Wiped Out by Main Street Geneseo Blaze
GENESEO – The fire that tore through 71 to 73 Main Street in the Village's business district Wednesday afternoon has destroyed at least one of Geneseo's treasures, Kelly's Saloon. Geneseo Fire Chief Andrew Chanler said that the bar, an icon of the region, was lost in the blaze, as well as two apartments above. "It's probably a total loss, and this building and its occupant are kind of an icon," said Chief Chanler. "The damage is very … [Read more...]
Chanler Again Takes the Reins of Stellar Fire Department
Reading this on your phone or tablet? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store. GENESEO – Livingston County firefighter, ambulance crewmember, Sheriff's Deputy, and president of local insurance agency Chanler Agency Inc. Andrew Chanler is stepping into his third term as Chief of the Geneseo Fire Department and Ambulance, a team of first responders that has enjoyed another busy but successful year of saving lives and … [Read more...]