BATAVIA/Woman facing attempted murder charge in E-bike accident on North Spruce and North Street on Thursday morning

Information and photo from a provided press release On Thursday, November 5, 2026, at approximately 6:30 AM, the Batavia Police Department responded to the area of North Spruce Street and North Street for the report of a motor vehicle accident involving a vehicle and an electric bicycle. Upon arrival and …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Town of Batavia planning and zoning boards looking for residents to serve

Press release Planning Board: The Town of Batavia is looking for residents to serve on the Planning Board. The PlanningBoard is responsible for numerous matters related to community planning, development,and land use. The Board conducts studies on land use, including development, housing,transportation, economic development, and zoning. This is a great …

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GENESEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT/Rochester man accused of displaying an imitation pistol during a road rage incident

Arie J. Buckhalter, 31, of Rochester, NY, is charged with menacing 2nd degree after allegedly displaying an imitation pistol during a road rage incident on October 29th, 2026 on College Road in the town of Batavia. Buckhalter was held at the Genesee County Jail pending arraignment. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Harold N. Stuchell, …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/Health Departments looking for public’s input on shaping future classes

Press release The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) want your help planning future health and wellness classes. We want to know which programs interest you and what would work best for you. Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) A program for people who live with ongoing health conditions. …

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City of Batavia/Planning & Development Committee accepts Baskin Livestock revised final scoping document during Thursday meeting

Video of meeting-November 5th, 2026 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEEThursday, November 5, 20266:00 pmCouncil Board RoomOne Batavia City Centre, Batavia NY AGENDAI. Roll CallII. Call to OrderIII. Approval of Minutes – 10/20/26IV. ProposalsAddress: 190 Washington AvenueApplicant: Shelby Rojas (Batavia Wellness NP)Proposal #1: EPDM flat roof replacementActions: 1. Review application and discussion2. …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Stuff the Cruiser event to collect holiday donations for Genesee County children planned for November 21st

Press release BATAVIA, NY — Community members are invited to help brighten the holidays for local children during the Stuff the Cruiser donation event on November 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Batavia Towne Center and Walmart parking lots on Veterans Memorial Drive in Batavia. Participating …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Dr. Victoria Gosy joins Rochester Regional Health in Batavia

Press release Rochester Regional Health is pleased to welcome Victoria Gosy, MD, to its OB/GYN team in Batavia. Dr. Gosy provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care including prenatal care, family planning, contraceptive counseling, menopause management, evaluation and treatment of menstrual disorders and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. Gosy is committed …

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NYS/DEC Region 8 Highlights more than $45 Million in grants awarded to local Water Quality Protection Projects

Funding to Update Aging Water Infrastructure, Protect Drinking Water, Reduce Contributors to Harmful Algal Blooms, and Improve Habitat Local Grant Awards Part of $249 Million in Grants Awarded to 181 Water Quality Protection Projects Across New York State Press release New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 8 …

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