Leisha and her dog Kevin are always there for each other. The pair have been together since 2009 and have been through a lot in 13 years. Kevin was one of eight male puppies left abandoned in a box on the side of the road in the state of Alabama. …
By Tim Bojarski for Batavia Downs Batavia, NY — Closing day at Batavia Downs was cut short on Saturday (Dec. 17) after heavy snow quickly deteriorated track conditions through the early part of the card. Then it was determined after the fifth race that for the safety of everyone involved, …
By Mike PettinellaGCASA Publicist Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse leadership and staff on Wednesday afternoon celebrated Dr. Bruce Baker’s many years of dedicated service to the agency. Chief Executive Officer John Bennett, at the organization’s annual holiday luncheon, applauded Baker’s work as GCASA’s medical director. “Bruce has been …
Press release Genesee County officials have recently been notified of the naming of this community as a Clean Energy Community by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and an awarded eligibility of a $5000 Designation Grant. The Genesee County Planning Department in collaboration with the Genesee/Finger …
Press release BATAVIA, NY—The Batavia City School District is proud to announce it has received a $12,500 Pediatric Suicide Prevention Community Grant from the American Academy of Pediatrics to help identify and address gaps in youth suicide prevention services in the Batavia community. The Batavia City School District will use …
Akron, NY — The Upstate New York Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association has announced the horses who will be honored for their performances at Batavia Downs during the 2022 racing season. These horses who have competed at the Downs all season, will each be honored with a …
Stephanie L. Salcido, 33, of Batavia, NY, is charged with felony DWI/previous conviction within 10 years, reckless driving, moving from a lane unsafely, uninspected motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle, aggravated unlicensed operation 1st degree, and operating without an interlock device, after a traffic stop on Lake Street Road in the …
On December 12, 2022, Troopers out of SP Alden arrested Joey R. Tatro, 28, of Attica, NY, charging him with criminal mischief 4th/disabled equipment to prevent request for emergency assistance, criminal intent damage property and assault 3rd degree/causing physical injury. On December 12, 2022, Troopers responded to a domestic incident in the town of …
By Tim Bojarski, UNY-USHWA president (Photos courtesy of Wendy Lowery)Akron, NY — With the 2022 meet coming to a close, the Upstate New York Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association and Batavia Downs will honor the top performing driver and trainer in the winner’s circle on closing day, …