BATAVIA/Photos/Northgate Church- Vintage Christmas

(Submitted photos and information) Northgate Church in Batavia held the first of two Vintage Christmas events on Friday evening. This event will also run on Friday, December 9, 6:00-8-00pm There is a Nativity Walk through the woods with live animals, food, tree lighting, s’mores roasting over an open fire, Santa and outdoor …

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Batavia Police, Genesee County Sheriff’s Office teaming up to conduct compliance checks

Press release Caring about the community’s wellness is the underlying theme of a joint effort of the City of Batavia Police Department and Genesee County Sheriff’s Office to conduct alcohol compliance checks at retail businesses this month. “Our department continues to partner with prevention educators at Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism …

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Gov. Hochul announces up-to-$200 million “FAST NY” Grant Program to attract key industries to shovel-ready sites across NYS, now accepting letters of intent

Program will Jump-Start New York’s Shovel-Readiness and Increase the State’s Attractiveness to Large Employers Informational Webinar for Potential Applicants to be Held on December 15 Application Portal Opens December 15 Press release Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the new up-to-$200 million Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts grant program to attract and expand key growth …

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GCEDC Board advances five Solar Energy Projects in Genesee County

Hecate Energy Cider Solar LLC proposes $73.5 million of PILOT, Host Community Agreement revenues for 500 MW project Press release BATAVIA, NY – The Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC) board of directors advanced final resolutions for solar projects that would generate $576.5 million of capital investment at its board …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Sheriff’s Office warns residents of holiday scammers who call, email or text

Press release/12/1/2022 With the holiday season upon us and the giving spirit roused, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone not to let their generosity contribute to them falling victim to one of many prevalent scams. As a general rule, it is a …

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