GENESEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT/July 17, 2024

Janna M. Stirk, 41, of Albion, NY, is charged with DWI, driving with a BAC of .08% or more and failure to obey a police officer, after a traffic stop on Sumner Road in Darien on July 11, 2024 at 10:23p.m. Stirk allegedly failed to stop for a deputy that …

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Batavia High School Class of 1984 Reunites for 40th Anniversary Celebration

Press release Batavia, NY – [July 15, 2024] – The Batavia High School Class of 1984 is thrilled to announcetheir 40th reunion celebration! Mark your calendars for an evening filled with memories, laughter,and fun on Saturday, August 24th, 5pm-10pm.Mingle and Reconnect with Old FriendsAlumni and guests are invited to gather …

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BATAVIA/Joey Pero brings “Ever Blue and White” to life with the Batavia Concert Band for their Centennial Celebration

Pictured-left to right- Batavia Concert Band members, Josh Pacino/Librarian/Historian, Jason Smith/General Manager, Joey Pero/1997-99, and John Bailey/Conductor at Tuesday evening’s creation session at GCC. When Batavia Concert Band Manager Jason Smith approached Batavia native Joey Pero about playing with the band for their Centennial Celebration, Pero wanted to come up …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Spartans lose, 36-14, to unbeaten Lockport; ‘Youth Football Night’ at home this Saturday

By Mike PettinellaGenesee County Spartans The undefeated Lockport Wildcats had an un-Fair advantage on Saturday night on their way to defeating the visiting Genesee County Spartans, 36-14, in Northeastern Football Alliance semipro action. Veteran quarterback Willie Fair II passed for four touchdowns and ran for another TD to lead the …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/Bat and Rabies Awareness

Press release During the summer months, the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) typically see an increase in reports from residents who have encountered bats. Bats can occasionally find their way into houses, particularly in older homes that are not properly sealed. This most often occurs during the …

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BATAVIA/City School District names Middle School Principal and Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics

Superintendent Jason Smith Approved for Contract Extension Press release BATAVIA, NY– On Monday, July 15, upon recommendation from Superintendent Jason Smith, the Batavia City School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Dr. Megan Crine as Principal of Batavia Middle School and Joel Reed as Director of Health, Physical Education …

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