Press release BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that a federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging Alexey Aleksandrovich Moskalyuk, 27, of Brooklyn, NY, with production and distribution of child pornography, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison and a maximum of 30 years. …
By Tim Bojarski, for Batavia Downs (Photos courtesy of Wendy J. Lowery) Batavia, NY — Driver Brett Macdonald put on a brilliant display of equine erudition Saturday (Sept. 19) night at Batavia Downs as he won seven of the ten races he was carded to steer, including victories in both …
(Information and photo provided by the Perry Police Department) On September 17th, 2026, Chief Michael Grover reports the arrest of Eric Motzer, 40, of Alexander, NY, a Level 3 registered sex offender, after an incident in Perry. Motzer is alleged to have intentionally caused more than $3,500 worth of damage …
Zachary E. Kyle, 27, of Batavia, NY, is charged with assault 2nd degree/intent to cause physical injury, criminal trespass 3rd degree and disorderly conduct after he allegedly punched another person and entered an area restricted to the public while at Chipotle at 4230 Veteran’s Memorial Drive on September 11th, 2026 …
____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Information from a provided press release On September 17, 2026, at 7:40 AM, Genesee County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call for service on Macomber Road, Alabama, NY. During their investigation into the incident, it was revealed that as separate disturbance had previously occurred at a residence on Judge …
By Tim Bojarski, for Batavia Downs (Photos courtesy of McKenna Dziemian) Batavia, NY — Driver Drew Monti had another big day at Batavia Downs on Thursday (Sept. 17) after winning four races on the card, including one of the three $8,000 features. An $8,000 conditioned trot was one that Monti …
Information/photo from a press release Shortly after midnight on September 17th, Batavia Police received a call from Hope Haven Center at 16 Bank Street in the City of Batavia, reporting a possible homicide incident involving two of their residents. Upon arrival, Batavia Police discovered the victim, a 63-year-old male, who …
Press release Batavia, NY — After no one hit the Pick-5 at Batavia Downs on Wednesday (Sept. 16), there is a $788 carryover pool for that wager in the first race on Thursday (Sept. 17), and the management of Batavia Downs has announced that the pool will be guaranteed at $3,000 through …
By Tim Bojarski, for Batavia Downs (Photo courtesy of Wendy J. Lowery) Batavia, NY — After two narrow defeats in the top Open class at Batavia Downs, Windsun Charlotte took full advantage of some class relief and got the win in the featured $10,000 pace for fillies and mares on …
Video of meeting September 16th, 2026 AgendaTown of BataviaRegular Town Board MeetingWednesday, September 16, 20267:00 P.M. Meeting Town CourtA. Calling the meeting to order: D. SpeakersE. Resolutions No. 187 Resolution Adopting Local Law No.4 of 2026 – To Repeal LL#1 of 2020Investment PolicyNo. 188 To Approve A Revised Investment PolicyNo. …