GENESEE COUNTY/Investigator Loftus promoted to Chief Deputy-Criminal Investigation Division

Provided press release and photo Sheriff Joseph M. Graff announces the permanent promotion of Joseph D. Loftus to Chief Deputy – Criminal Investigation Division (CID). Chief Loftus is a 1997 graduate of Le Roy High School. Following high school, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, graduating …

Continue reading

WYOMING COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT/Perry man allegedly causes an estimated $4,700 in damages at WCCH

Jonathan L. Michael, 51, of Perry, NY, is facing a felony charge following an incident at the EmergencyDepartment of Wyoming County Community Hospital on March 31st, 2026. The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office, along with the New York State Police, responded to the ER onMarch 31st for an agitated patient who …

Continue reading

WYOMING COUNTY/Former Gainesville resident sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to criminal sexual act

Information/photo from a provided press release On Thursday, April 23, 2026, Jason Hoffman, a 56-year-old former resident of Gainesville, NY, was sentenced by the Honorable Donald G. O’Geen to five years in prison with twenty years post release supervision. This sentence was the result of Hoffman’s January 29, 2026 guilty …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/Sheriff’s Office asking for the public’s assistance in solving unsolved death investigation from 1997

Press release The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing the anniversary of the death of Ann Lee Rippel byreaffirming its commitment to pursuing answers in this case. The investigation has remainedactive since 1997 and continues to be a priority for investigators. On April 23, 1997, the body of Ann Lee …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia Town Board Meeting/April 22, 2026

Video of Meeting-April 22, 2026 Town of BataviaRegular Town Board MeetingWednesday, April 22, 20267:00 P.M. Meeting Town HallA. Calling the meeting to order: C. SpeakersD. Resolutions No. 88 Resolution Authorizing Memorial Day Flags For DawsCorners Cemetery And Grandview CemeteryNo. 89 Resolution Authorizing Memorial Day Wreaths For DawsCorners Cemetery And Grandview …

Continue reading

GLOW/Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Grant – GLOW Region

Press release Lead is a harmful metal that can make people very sick, especially young children. Kids under age 6 are more at risk because their bodies and brains are still growing. Lead can cause problems with learning, lower IQ, trouble paying attention, damage to organs, and a blood condition …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/The Batavia Composite Squadron recognized the outstanding achievements of young leaders and volunteers dedicated to service

Press release/provided photos The Batavia Composite Squadron recognized the outstanding achievements of young leaders and volunteers dedicated to service. On Thursday April 16, 2026 Congresswoman Claudia Tenney’s office representative Philip Gow presented Congressional Certificates to C/1st Lt. Andrew Korzenieski, named Cadet Officer of the Year for the New York Wing …

Continue reading