Melissa Ierlan walking into Orleans County Court on Friday surrounded by family and friends Melissa Ierlan, 59, appeared before Orleans County Court Judge Sanford Church on Friday morning and accepted a plea deal in the case of stolen funds at the Clarendon Historical Society over a period of five years. …
Nathaniel D. Wood, 35, of Batavia, NY, is charged with criminal possession of a weapon 3rd degree, menacing 2nd degree and endangering the welfare of a child, after allegedly grabbing what appeared to be a firearm and pointing it at people in the area after a verbal argument on West …
Press release/provided photo Local artist Nicole Murtha has just completed a complete refresh on the Batavia Peace Garden Mural located on the south wall of the Engine House building on Main Street adjacent to the Peace Garden. The Mural was first created in 2010 to coincide with the opening of …
Hornets capture first state softball title in school history; Assemblyman Hawley presents official proclamation recognizing championship season. Press release Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C-Batavia) presented an official New York State Assembly proclamation to the Oakfield-Alabama High School Varsity Girls’ Softball team in recognition of the program’s historic 2026 New York State …
Provided information The BDC has extended the application time period for the Microenterprise Grant Program to July 17th, 2026. As a reminder, the grants are between $5,000 and $35,000 and are for small business growth for businesses within the City of Batavia. Approved applicants are required to complete an entrepreneurial …
Video of City Council Conference and Special Business Meetings- June 22, 2026 BATAVIA CITY COUNCILCONFERENCE MEETINGCity Hall – Council Board RoomOne Batavia City CentreMonday, June 22, 20265:30 PMAGENDAI. Call to OrderII. Invocation – Councilmember SchmidtIII. Pledge of AllegianceIV. Public CommentsV. Council Response to Public CommentsVI. Communicationsa. Iburi Photography Open Mic …
Press release The Batavia City School District Foundation is excited to invite the community to itsannual Picnic in the Park celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00p.m. at Centennial Park. As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, Picnic in the Park promises an afternoon filled with patriotic …
Press release Genesee County, NY – Families and youth are invited to join Genesee County STOP-DWI for an evening of family fun, baseball, and public safety awareness at this year’s STOP-DWI Night at the Ballpark on Thursday, July 9th at Dwyer Stadium. This special event brings together children, families, and …
Press release Genesee County is seeking qualified contractors to provide residential rehabilitation and construction services through the County’s Vacant Rental Program. The program supports the rehabilitation of vacant rental units and the conversion of underused spaces into safe, quality, and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents in Genesee County. …
Press release/provided photo Arc GLOW Chief Financial and Chief Operating Officer Lynn Fleming recently graduated from The Arc New York Leadership Institute. She is one of the 26 participants who completed the 10-month executive development program. Throughout the program, participants engaged in group learning, one-on-one mentorship, and meaningful discussions designed …