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Bristol Volunteer Fire Department issues urgent call for new recruits
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department is asking residents to step forward and help keep emergency services strong in the community. In an open letter, department leaders issued a call for new volunteers, urging people of ... more
Bristol home destroyed in second-alarm fire
A second-alarm fire Monday afternoon left a home on Gregg Road in Bristol uninhabitable. Fire crews from multiple departments battled the blaze for about two hours before bringing it under control. No injuries were reported, ... more
Bristol Volunteer Fire Department honors decades of service at annual banquet
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its 2024 Recognition Banquet with a packed room of family, friends, and local leaders, marking a night of heartfelt thanks and milestones in service. Safety Officer John Bolonda received ... more
Driver rescued after car crashes down embankment in Bristol
A driver was rescued Tuesday after their vehicle plunged down an embankment and struck several trees in Bristol. The crash left the person trapped inside but conscious and breathing when emergency crews arrived. Bristol Volunteer ... more
Bristol Volunteer Fire Department reports 21 calls in February, urges winter driving caution
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department responded to 21 incidents in February, including multiple motor vehicle accidents, house fires, and emergency medical calls. According to the department’s report, firefighters assisted with three motor vehicle accidents and ... more
Fairport man charged with theft of services at Bristol Mountain
Ontario County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Fairport man at Bristol Mountain Ski Resort on Wednesday evening following an investigation into alleged financial fraud at the popular recreation spot. Joseph Charles Franchuk, 19, of Victor Road ... more
Geneva man hospitalized after truck crashes 75 feet down ravine
A Geneva man was injured in a single-car crash on State Route 21 near Stemple Hill Road on Monday morning. Ontario County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the scene at approximately 8:57 a.m. and found the ... more
Former RPD officer who got weekends in jail for raping teen in Ontario County heads back to jail for different charge
The former Rochester police officer who was sentenced to weekends in jail for having sex with a child under 15 in Ontario County is heading back to jail again. Shawn Jordan pleaded guilty to a ... more
Skiers rescued after Bristol Mountain lift failure (video)
A mechanical failure halted the Comet Express chairlift at Bristol Mountain ski resort Saturday night, stranding skiers 25 to 40 feet above ground. The ski patrol conducted a rope evacuation for six chairs, while an ... more
Bristol hosts freestyle aerial championship: Winners crowned as over 2,000 attend
Snowfall and energy filled Bristol Mountain during the 2025 Toyota U.S. Freestyle Aerial National Championship. The event welcomed 2,000 attendees, including Rochester native and Olympic gold medalist Christopher Lillis, who returned to mentor young athletes ... more
Family escapes as fire damages South Bristol home; investigation underway
A South Bristol family of eight escaped unharmed early Friday morning after a fire broke out at their Powell Hill Road residence. The Ontario County Sheriff's Office, along with Naples, Bristol, and Cheshire fire departments, ... more
US Freestyle Aerial National Championship kicks off at Bristol Mountain
Bristol Mountain is hosting the 2025 Toyota US Freestyle Aerial National Championship from Tuesday to Saturday, showcasing top aerial skiers performing high-flying stunts off jumps reaching over 13 feet and heights of 50 feet. Guests ... more
Skiers celebrate Christmas on Bristol Mountain slopes
Many people spent their Christmas afternoon at Bristol Mountain Ski Resort, enjoying fresh snow and festive spirit. Families and longtime skiers hit the slopes, turning the day into a cherished annual tradition. Vice President Steven ... more
Fire damages garage on Kear Road in Canandaigua; no injuries reported
A fire originating from a wood stove damaged a garage on Kear Road Tuesday evening, but no injuries were reported, according to authorities. The Ontario County Sheriff's Office said the fire was reported at 4345 ... more
Fire damages vacant Bristol home; investigation underway
A fire broke out late Friday night at a vacant home in Bristol, causing extensive damage to the structure, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities responded to the blaze around 10:09 p.m. at ... more
Bristol Fire Department Responds to 18 November Calls, Elects New Leadership
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department reported a busy November, responding to 18 incidents, including a house fire within its district. To date, the department has handled 344 calls this year, underscoring its critical role in ... more
Bristol leaders to meet Tuesday to discuss exceeding tax cap
The Bristol Town Board will convene a public hearing on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. to consider Local Law #3-2024, which proposes overriding the state-mandated tax levy limit for the 2025 budget. Residents are invited to ... more
Bristol Fire Department had busy October, shares winter safety reminders
The Bristol Volunteer Fire Department responded to 43 incidents in October, bringing their total calls for 2024 to 327. As the community prepares for winter, the department is urging residents to prioritize safety by checking ... more
Fire destroys Bristol home; firefighter injured in response effort
Firefighters and emergency responders rushed to a structure fire on State Route 64 in Bristol on Monday morning, containing the blaze after nearly two hours of intense efforts. Ontario County Sheriff's Deputies and the Bristol ... more
