GENESEE COUNTY/Alabama board passes moratorium on battery energy storage systems

Dave Bencic, left, listens to a response to his question from Alabama Town Supervisor during Tuesday’s public hearing. Photo by Brian Quinn Story by Brian Quinn The town of Alabama has a moratorium in place on battery energy storage systems while it reviews its regulations on the matter. Town Supervisor …

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WNY/Lollypop Farm announces recent arrests for Animal Cruelty

Press release FAIRPORT, N.Y. – Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, has announced animal cruelty charges against six individuals following separate investigations conducted by its Humane Law Enforcement team across the Greater Rochester region. The cases involve allegations of severe neglect, prolonged suffering, and the deaths of multiple animals, …

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WNY/Arc GLOW announces 2026 Mary Anne Graney scholars

Press release/provided photos Four high school seniors who exemplify dedication to inclusive care, education, and advocacy have been named recipients of the 2026 Mary Anne Graney Memorial Scholarship, presented by Arc GLOW. Representing Wayland-Cohocton, Oakfield-Alabama, Alexander, and Caledonia-Mumford central schools, these students are being recognized for their passion for serving …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Alabama Planning Board expected to vote July 6th on data center site plan approval

STREAM Director of Design Chris Wetzel speaks about heat islands at the Planning Board meeting Monday night. Photo by Brian Quinn Story and photos by Brian Quinn The Alabama Planning Board is expected to consider approval of a proposed $19.46 billion data center project on the Western New York Science …

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GENESEE COUNTY/The Batavia Rotary Club’s annual Fly-In Breakfast is set for Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21st at the Genesee County Airport

Press release/provided photo BATAVIA, NY – The Batavia Rotary Club’s annual Fly-In Breakfast is set for Father’s Day,Sunday, June 21 at the Genesee County Airport. The Fly-In Breakfast is open to the public and features an all-you-can-eat breakfast andan opportunity to get up-close to a variety of private air craft …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Town of Batavia Planning Board Meeting/June 16th, 2026

Video of meeting- June 16th, 2026 Town of Batavia Planning Board MeetingBatavia Town Court Facility, 4120 W Main St. Rd., Batavia, NYTuesday, June 16, 2026 7:00 pmAGENDACall Regular Planning Board Meeting to OrderPledge of AllegianceRoll CallDesignation of Alternate Member(s) for voting purposes if necessaryApproval of Minutes from previous meeting(s)5/19/2026 – …

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