TOWN OF BATAVIA/Notice of Public Hearing/Special Use Permit to allow recreational use of existing land and features for firearms training, shooting range, recreation, fitness training and a Drive-In on Harloff Road

Notice of Public Hearing NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town of Batavia Planning Board regarding an application by Brandon Lewis for a Special Use Permit to allow recreational use of existing land and features for firearms training, shooting range, recreation, fitness training …

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WNY/STATE AGRICULTURE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $150,000 TO STRENGTHEN AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY IN THE GENESEE VALLEY

Press release Funding Approved by the Genesee Valley Regional Market Authority Will Support Critical Education, Workforce Development, and Promotion Initiatives Five Projects Will Engage BIPOC Communities in Agriculture and Provide Hands-on Workforce Training Opportunities, Connect Farmers to New Markets State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced $150,000 has been awarded …

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GENESEE ORLEANS/Health Dept./COVID-19 Update/41 new positive cases reported/12 hospitalized

o Data Update –4/8/21 o Genesee County reporting 24 new positive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 4782 positive cases. § The new positive cases reside in the: · West Region (Alabama, Darien, Pembroke) · Central Region (Alexander, Batavia, Bethany, Elba, Oakfield) § The individuals are in their 19-20’s, …

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WYOMING COUNTY/ CHAMBER & TOURISM IS LOOKING FOR BARN QUILTS TO DISPLAY THIS SUMMER

Barn Quilt display set to showcase art form and welcome visitors Press release The Wyoming County Chamber & Tourism office is calling on barn quilt square artists, crafters, and enthusiasts to share your favorite barn quilt squares with the community for an upcoming public art display this summer. The Wyoming …

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GENESEE COUNTY/NAMM Foundation has designated Le Roy Central School District as one of the 2021 Best Communities for music education in the country

Press Release: http://bit.ly/LRMusicBCME21 The NAMM Foundation has designated Le Roy Central School District as one of the 2021 Best Communities for Music Education in the country. This national designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students. Le Roy …

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GENESEE COUNTY/County leaders urge those who engage with young adults and youth to encourage them to get vaccinated

Press release BATAVIA, NY – As of April 6, 2021, individuals 16 years and older can now receive a COVID vaccination. Genesee County health officials pointed out that the Pfizer vaccine is currently the only shot authorized for those 16 and 17 years old. Pfizer is a 2-series dose, 21 …

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