Crime & Safety

Peekskill Opens New Firehouse

The facility was under construction for two years.

PEEKSKILL, NY β€” After two years of construction, Peekskill's new central firehouse has opened. The $12 million facility, which is located at 1141 Main St., houses six fire companies.

The grand opening for the 30,300-square-foot two-story building was held Wednesday, the Journal News said.

A statement from the city said that any emergency in Peekskill can be reached from the new facility in about three minutes.

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