GENESEE COUNTY/Johnny Boy kicks late for Batavia feature upset

By Tim Bojarski for Batavia Downs (Photos courtesy of Wendy J. Lowery) Batavia, NY — Taking advantage of a perfect trip, Johnny Boy brushed late to capture the $15,000 Open I Handicap trotting feature at Batavia Downs on Friday night (Aug. 18).  Kevin Cummings settled Johnny Boy in behind the …

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NYS/State Ag Commissioner announces USDA disaster designation for NY to assist farms impacted by May Freeze event

Announces Additional Crop Loss Declaration, Lifting New York Ingredient Requirement and Allowing New York Farm Wineries to Temporarily Source Grapes or Juice from Outside of New York Freeze/Frost Event in May 2023 Significantly Impacted New York Growers Across the State Press release State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Byron/Oxbo International’s continued growth a benefit to the region says Assemblyman Hawley during his business tour

Assemblyman Steve Hawley held a business tour on Thursday afternoon at Oxbo International, located in Byron on Batavia Byron Road. “They highlight the many different types of enterprises throughout the assembly district and throughout NYS,” says Hawley. “Agriculture is not only the number one industry/employer in this area, not just …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Rochester Regional Health cuts the ribbon at their new Batavia Medical Campus across from Federal Drive 

(Provided information and photos) FACTS ABOUT THE BATAVIA MEDICAL CAMPUS: Located at 8103 Oak Orchard Road in the Town of Batavia Richard “Chip” Davis, Ph.D./CEO of Rochester Regional Health Daniel Ireland/President, Rochester Regional Health, United Memorial Medical Center

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GENESEE COUNTY/Darien/Concert Arrest Report for Nickelback/Brantley Gilbert concert

The following were arrested at Six Flags Darien Lake during the Nickelback/Brantley GilbertConcert on August 16, 2023. They were all issued appearance tickets to appear September 5, 2023, at 4:00 PM. William J. Oatman, 23, of Liberty St., Adams, NY, was arrested and charged with harassment 2nd degree after allegedly …

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BATAVIA/Comments and opinions will assist in the reconfiguration of Bank Street between Main and Washington Avenue

In a joint effort, the County and the City of Batavia teamed up and held a “Pop-Up Demonstration” on Bank Street Friday, that collected feedback from the public on improving walkability on Bank Street between Main Street and Washington Avenue. Input was received in person and in the form of …

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Genesee County to Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI END OF SUMMER / LABOR DAY High Visibility Engagement Campaign August 18th – September 4th

Press release Genesee County law enforcement agencies, including the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office, City of BataviaPolice Department and Village of LeRoy Police Department will be participating in a coordinated effort with the STOP-DWI program to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving. Law enforcement officers across New York State …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Fundraising opportunities at the 2023 Wings Over Batavia Airshow

Press release The Wings Over Batavia Air Show is coming to town on September 2-3rd and bringing national acts and world champion aerobatic performers in a spectacular night-time show featuring a high energy choreographed fireworks and flight display. It will be a show not to miss. If your organization, group, …

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BATAVIA/Bank Street to close from 7:00am-9:00am on Friday in Preparation for Pop-Up Walkability Demonstration

Press release Genesee County and the City of Batavia are excited to announce the “Bank Street Pop-Up Demonstration” on Friday, August 18th, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm between Main Street and Washington Avenue. This community-focused event, part of the Active People, Healthy Nation Walkability Virtual Academy,aims to gather …

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