Air Quality Advisory: Masks Available in Genesee and Orleans Counties

Press release The New York State Department of Health recommends that with the reduced air quality, everyone should limit their outdoor activities to reduce exposure. Masks will be available to the public at the following locations in Genesee and Orleans Counties on Thursday, June 8th, 2023, during normal business hours …

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WNY/ROCHESTER MAN CHARGED WITH PRODUCTION AND POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY; FBI ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE FROM THE PUBLIC

Press release ROCHESTER, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Stephen Nicot, 60, of Rochester, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with production and possession of child pornography, which carry a minimum penalty of 15 years in prison and a maximum of 30 years. (Provided photo) …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/College Prevention Initiative grant connects GCASA educators with GCC students and staff

With a renewed emphasis on health and wellness, the administration at Genesee Community College is confident that a two-year grant to provide alcohol and drug prevention services through Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse will make a positive difference in students’ lives.(Provided photo-Patty Chaya, left, Genesee Community College dean …

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ORLEANS COUNTY/Numerous stolen items recovered in Clarendon after lengthy investigation

Sheriff Christopher M. Bourke reports that a lengthy investigation by the Orleans and Monroe County Sheriff’s Offices resulted in the recovery of numerous stolen items in the Town of Clarendon. Monroe County Sheriff Deputies were investigating a string of larcenies from stores around the Brockport area and information led investigators …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS COUNTIES/Scholarship recipients, ‘friends’ honored at GCASA gathering

GCASA ‘FRIENDS’: Receiving “Friends of GCASA” awards for 2023 are, seated from left, Heather Jackson, Jay Balduf, Megan Boring; standing, Patrick Cecere, Pam McCarthy, Scott Wooten, Matt Prawel, Lt. Bob Tedford.(provided photo) By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse officials on Wednesday afternoon honored six “friends” of …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS COUNTIES-Two area projects awarded funds through the Restore NY Initiative

City of Batavia – ($1.85 million) Carr’s Reborn: This project will renovate Carr’sdepartment store Town of Carlton ($1 million) Nesbitt Manor: This project will renovate Nesbitt Manoralong Johnson Creek to provide event space and seven rooms for rent. The neighboringcarriage house will be renovated as full-service café, kitchen and patio …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS-2023 County Health Rankings

Press release According to the 2023 County Health Rankings, released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute (UWPHI), Genesee and Orleans Counties rank 42nd and 55th respectively in overall Health Outcomes. The Rankings are available at www.countyhealthrankings.org. “Each year we look at …

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