GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia Downs announces final outdoor show on August 16th will have free General Admission

Press release BATAVIA – Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel has announced that as part of OTB’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, the corporation will be making the Tommy DeCarlo, Jason Sheff and August Zadra concert, taking place on August 16th, a show with free General Admission Tickets.  Those wishing to attend the concert can pick …

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GENESEE COUNTY/2nd Annual Boxcar Derby hits the road in Oakfield on Saturday

The 2nd annual Oakfield Box Car Derby was held on Bennett Avenue on Saturday afternoon. A total of 25 kids participated with 21 kids in the 7–10-year-old age group, and 4 kids in the 11–13-year-old age group. Winners in the 11–13-year-old group: Cody Pangrazio(above)- 1st place/$100/with dad Joshua Pangrazio-this is …

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WYOMING COUNTY/Sheriff’s Office investigating credit card scam affecting many area businesses

From provided press release The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple complaints from area businesses of a scam. A suspect will call the business and place an order for products by phone and pays with a creditcard. The transaction is initially approved, and the product is picked up from …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Town of Stafford/Audit shows capital projects were not properly monitored and some project costs exceeded authorized amounts

Information provided- State Comptroller Thomas D. DiNapoli Town of Stafford – Capital Projects (2024M-17) Issued Date July 12, 2024 [read complete report – pdf]  Town of Stafford – Capital Projects (2024M-17) (ny.gov) Audit Objective  Determine whether the Town of Stafford (Town) Town Board (Board) properly authorized and monitored capital project …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Rochester man charged after lengthy high-speed pursuit

Edward D. Grant III, 28, of Rochester, NY, is charged with reckless endangerment 1st degree, unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle 3rd degree, aggravated unlicensed operation 2nd degree, reckless driving, speed exceeding 55mph, and many other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, after fleeing from a traffic stop …

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