BATAVIA POLICE BLOTTER/August 9th, 2026

On 8/2/2026, Gianna E. Williams, 19, of Batavia, NY, was arrested and charged with Burglary 2nd degree and Criminal Contempt 2nd degree. Williams was charged after she was allegedly found inside a residence, in violation of an order of protection. She was arraigned in CAP Court and released. ____________________________________________________________________________________________ On …

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ORLEANS COUNTY/Hawley to host Town Hall Meetings in Barre, Clarendon, Murray, Holley and Kendall on Aug. 8th

Press release Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C-Batavia) will host three town hall meetings on Saturday, Aug. 8, providing residents with an opportunity to receive updates on state and local issues, ask questions and share their concerns. “One of the best parts of representing our communities is having the opportunity to meet …

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ORLEANS COUNTY/Health Department looking for dog and owner after bite incident 

Press release The Orleans County Health Department is seeking information regarding a dog and its owner following a biting incident.   A person was bitten by a dog on Saturday, August 1, between 5:00 and 6:00 p.m. at a property on North Lyndonville Road, just west of White Birch.   The dog is described as a male, possibly …

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WYOMING COUNTY/Alexander man charged in Attica burglary investigation

Information from a provided press release Date of arrest: August 6th, 2026  Suspect: Nathaniel S. Salverson  Location: Village of Attica   Charges: NYS PL 140.20- Burglary in the Third Degree  NYS PL 145.05- Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree  NYS PL 155.25- Petit Larceny  NYS PL 140.35- Possession of Burglar’s Tools   Attica, NY — Chief Karl Zufall …

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GENESEE COUNTY/GCEDC Board advances expansion project in Le Roy 

Rochester Davis-Fetch Corp. $1.2 million project moves to public hearing    Press release BATAVIA, NY – The Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC) board of directors advanced an initial resolution at its August 6th meeting for a $1.2 million expansion project by Rochester Davis-Fetch Corp.    The company would expand its operations by constructing a free-standing 16,500-square-foot facility at 9 Lent Avenue.  It is the third project by the company …

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GENESEE COUNTY/ Batavia City School District reaffirms its commitment to student and staff safety following State Comptroller’s Audit

BCSD to implement a corrective action plan in response to the New York State Comptroller’s Office findings about school building access Press release BATAVIA, NY — August 7, 2026 — The safety and well-being of students and staff is the Batavia City School District’s top priority. The district acknowledges receipt …

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