On 4/21/2026, Steven J. Godinho, 41 of Batavia, NY, was arrested and charged with Burglary 2nd degree and Criminal Contempt 2nd degree. Godinho was arrested after allegedly violating an order of protection, at a residence on Summit Street. He was arraigned in CAP Court and is due in Batavia City …
On Friday, May 1st, a rally in commemoration of International Workers’ Day was held in front of City Centre on Friday afternoon. The group joined over 1,000 cities nationwide as part of the nationwide effort, May Day Strong[https://www.maydaystrong.org], to demand, “Workers Over Billionaires.” “If you’re not saying something, you’re implicitly …
Very excited Hodgins Engraving employees during today’s official ribbon cutting with the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce President, Brian Cousins. Video-Press conference/ribbon cutting-Hodgins Engraving President Becky Almeter on building their business back from the ashes after last year’s devastating fire at their former West Main Street location in front of …
By Mike PettinellaFor Video News Service They gathered to dedicate the new $15.5 million City of Batavia Police Department at the corner of Alva Place and Bank Street on Friday morning but each and every speaker made sure to point out the dedication of the men and women in blue …
Video of Induction Ceremony-April 30th, 2026 Congratulations to Mr. Monroe who was inducted as an Honorary Member of the NTHS GENESEE COUNTY/GVBOCES National Technical Honor Society Induction Ceremony/Elba H.S./April 30, 2026 New Inductees Animal Science-Brook Bauer, Raine Denny, Isabella Gifford, Makayla Kurtowicz, Emma Stout Building Trades-Ethan Tober Culinary Arts-Aeris Hurley …
Clarendon Historical Society member Raymond Santoro has been filling in as temporary treasurer since February, after the Clarendon Historical Society was turned upside down and President and Financial Controller Melissa Ierlan allegedly stole more than $50,000 in Society funds which was allegedly used for personal gain. According to the felony complaint, …
As of 4PM on Wednesday, Brian Frieday, Chief Deputy of Road Patrol, is officially retired. Sgt. Andrew Hale(right) will be sworn in on Thursday afternoon as the new Chief Deputy of Road Patrol at the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. (Photo by Mike Pettinella) By Mike PettinellaFor Video News Service Genesee …
Community Spotlight is a monthly feature that will highlight those who make a difference in our communities each day. If you know of someone in your community who makes a difference each day, and wants to be featured in the Community Spotlight, message Video News Service on Facebook. Jamie Beedham-Rada …
Press release Batavia, New York – On Friday, May 1, workers, students, immigrants, and families inGenesee County will hold a rally in commemoration of International Workers’ Day, joiningover 1,000 cities nationwide as part of the nationwide effort, May Day Strong[https://www.maydaystrong.org], to demand, “Workers Over Billionaires.” From 1:00 to 3:00 PM …
Press release On April 22, 2026, the City of Batavia Fire Department and the City of Batavia Police Department responded to the stables at Batavia Downs for the report of a structure fire. Maintenance staff at Batavia Downs had called 911, after seeing smoke coming from one of the barns. …