PERRY POLICE REPORT/Perry man charged with rape after investigation

Press release PERRY, NY- Chief Michael J. Grover reports the arrest of a Perry Resident following an investigation by Officer Zack Fleiss of the Perry Police Department. On November 18, 2024, Jonathon D. Bucknam, age 44, was charged with Rape 3rd degree/victim incapable of consent, after allegedly having a sexual …

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WYOMING COUNTY/Chamber & Tourism hosts annual award reception

Pictured left to right: Mike and Anita Bellamy and their children from Silverlaken Estate, Glampground, & Tiny House Village; Tammy and Paul Romesser from Beer Justice Brewing Co; Kristy Scott from Parkside Diner; Tammy Wolcott and Bryttany Ward from Wolcott Farms; and Jennifer Lingenfelter from Logel Appliance. Not picture: The …

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Rochester Regional Health’s United Memorial Medical Center Re-designated as a Baby-Friendly Hospital

Prestigious award recognizes hospitals that undergo a rigorous designation process, committed to providing optimal infant feeding care to all patients Press release BATAVIA, NY, Nov. 18, 2024-  United Memorial Medical Center (UMMC) is proud to announce that it has once again achieved the highly prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia Downs presents Make A Wish Foundation with $9,310 check from summer concert series chair rentals

Video of check presentation BATAVIA –Western Region Off Track Betting (WROTB) and Batavia Downs President and CEO Byron Brown was joined by staff from Make-A-Wish Western New York, as Batavia Downs Presented them with a check for  $9,310.  These proceeds were from this past summer’s Chair Rentals, Glow in the …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester event at Batavia Downs raises $25,215.30

Video of Check Presentation Contribution from Event Held in September BATAVIA –Western Regional Off Track Betting (WROTB) President and CEO Byron Brown presented representatives from the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester (BCCR) with a check for $25,215.30 to help those who been affected by breast or gynecologic cancer. On September …

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BATAVIA/Donaghue edges Pettinella for 60-and-Over Tour crown

Press release In an exciting title match between former league bowling teammates, Batavia native Pat Donaghue edged lifelong Batavian Mike Pettinella for the 60-and-Over Tour presented by Batavia Downs Gaming title Sunday at Mancuso Bowling Center. Donaghue, who rolled a 299 game during the qualifying round, struck in the 9th frame …

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