GENESEE COUNTY/Western District of New York Human Trafficking Task Force is holding their second training tomorrow at GCC

Press release BUFFALO, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that the Western District of New York Human Trafficking Task Force is holding its second in a series of training conferences to educate the public as well as members of law enforcement, the legal community, and non-government organizations that provide services …

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WYOMING COUNTY/Three Correctional Officers injured in incident at Wyoming Correctional Facility

Press release Attica, NY – Two officers were transported to local hospitals after they were injured during anincident with an inmate which began when he kicked one officer in both knees and legs,causing the officer to fall to the ground and hit his head against the wall at the medium …

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GENESEE COUNTY/The Chamber of Commerce 52nd Annual Awards Ceremony tickets are now available

Press release The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 52nd Annual Awards Ceremonywhich will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Batavia Downs Gaming, 8315 Park Road,Batavia. This is the County’s premier event that honors businesses and individuals for their achievements in business, community service and volunteerism. …

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BATAVIA/Try Hockey for Free day coming to David McCarthy Memorial Ice Arena February 24th

Press release Batavia, NY – GENESEE AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION invites children to the David M. McCarthy Memorial Ice Arena on Evans Street, Saturday, February 24th for a Try Hockey for Free clinic as part of Hockey Week Across America. Starting at 10:40 a.m. to Noon, local youth ages 4 to …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Chief Deputy Graff seeks Republican endorsement for Sheriff

Press release Chief Deputy – Criminal Investigation Division Joseph M. Graff will seek the Republican Party endorsement for the 2024 election for Genesee County Sheriff. Chief Deputy Graff, 50, has nearly 25 years of experience in local law enforcement in Genesee County. He began his law enforcement career in March …

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BATAVIA/Philosophy based on ‘Housing with Dignity’ drives UConnectCare’s residential services

UConnectCare’s Detox Center, which is located behind the Atwater Community Residence on East Main Street in Batavia (Provided photo) By Mike PettinellaUConnectCare publicist In an ongoing effort to provide the most efficient and compassionate treatment methods for those struggling with substance use disorder, UConnectCare (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/UConnectCare Foundation to award scholarships; application must be postmarked by March 8

Press release UConnectCare (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse) is continuing its Foundation Scholarship program for 2024. Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded, UConnectCare Chief Executive Officer John Bennett announced. They are as follows: — One to a Genesee County high school student.— One to an Orleans County …

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Genesee County Sheriff Issues Travel Advisory

Press release In anticipation of the severe weather conditions that are predicted to begin this evening, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Genesee County Highway Department, Emergency Management Services, and the County Manager, is issuing a travel advisory for all of Genesee County effective this evening until …

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