Press release/provided photo BATAVIA, NY (08/06/2026) Genesee Community College Association (GCCA) Child Care Center has been honored as the Best Daycare/Preschool in the 2026 GLOW Region (Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming Counties) Best of the Best awards. The awards are sponsored by The Daily News and Livingston County News. This …
Press release August 6, 2026On August 4, 2026, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office issued a news release regarding a reported attempted robbery that occurred in the area of South Main Street in Oakfield. Our investigation has determined that the incident did not occur as it was reported. There is no …
Press release/provided photo NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. – Fifty-two players from across the 16 teams of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL) have been selected as members of the 2026 All-League First, Second, and Honorable Mention Teams. Deserving players were nominated by their teams at each position and the league …
Story by Mike Pettinella The tables are set, the walls are decorated, the food and drink stations are in place – and the food is on order. Taichi Bubble Tea is ready to open in Batavia. New York State’s 23rd Taichi Bubble Tea franchise will open its doors at 11 a.m. …
Video of Byron Planning Board Meeting August 5, 2026
By Tim Bojarski, for Batavia Downs Batavia, NY — The New York Sire Stakes were at Batavia Downs on Wednesday (Aug. 5) evening and featured a field of eight 2-year-old trotting colts and geldings who competed for their share of the $110,200 purse and Bailey J (Chapter Seven-Fade Into You) …
Press release/provided photo As a pet owner, you have a vital role to play in ensuring the safety and well-being of both humans and animals in our community. The City of Batavia Police Department is reminding all dog owners of the importance of responsible dog ownership and compliance with city …
Press release/submitted photos Sheriff Christopher M. Bourke is pleased to announce that Deputy Angel Cruz Cruz graduated from the Niagara County Law Enforcement Training Academy on July 31, 2026. Deputy Cruz Cruz will continue the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office’s comprehensive Field Training Program, where he will work alongside experienced Field …
BY MIKE PETTINELLAGenesee County Spartans Veteran quarterback Willie Fair connected for four touchdown passes and the 716 Wildcats’ defense stifled the undermanned Genesee County Spartans in a 40-0 victory on Saturday at Pembroke Town Park. The Spartans, who suited up just 16 players due to injuries and other commitments, end …
Willie L. Wright, 56, of Buffalo, NY, and Cora L. Lichtenberger, 31, of Akron, NY, are each charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance 7th degree after allegedly possessing crack cocaine and paraphernalia containing narcotics residue inside a vehicle on August 1, 2026, at 12:20p.m. at 383 Bloomingdale Road …