GENESEE COUNTY/Sheriff Joseph M. Graff and the Genesee County Legislature recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicators’ week April 13th – Apri 19th, 2025

From left-Sheriff Joseph M. Graff, Legislator/Former Sheriff Gary T. Maha, Director of Emergency Communications Frank A. Riccobono, Dispatcher Stephen R. Smelski, Dispatcher Ashley D. Gurgel, Senior Dispatcher Jason W. Holman, Senior Dispatcher Robert H. Tripp, Assistant Director of Emergency Communications/Operations Peter D. Hendrickson, Jr. (Provided photo) Press release In 1991, …

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A message from the City of Batavia Police Department-Larceny from vehicle prevention: Protect your belongings

Provided by the City of Batavia Police Department As the weather warms up, the Batavia Police Department wants to remind residents to take extra precautions to protect their vehicles and valuables from larceny. With the increase in outdoor activities, it’s essential to remain vigilant and take steps to prevent theft …

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PIN POINTS/Bowling Scores April 6th-13th, 2025

Congratulations to James Townsend of Batavia on a 300 game and 756 series in the Toyota of Batavia 4-Man League on April 10. MANCUSO BOWLING CENTER TF Brown’s Adult-ChildBrian Green 257—651Mike Sputore 226—620Jay Van Buren 225Nate Balduf 221Danny Balduf 190-212Emily Maloy 157Madeline Bourg 128Lily Battaglia 128Brooklyn Sputore 104Brighton Securities Tuesday …

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GENESEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT/Man charged after victim was dragged as they tried to exit a vehicle

Steven P. Nasewytewa, 37, of Skye Road, Tonawanda Indian Reservation, is charged with reckless endangerment 2nd degree, endangering the welfare of a child, unlawful imprisonment 2nd degree and harassment 2nd degree after a reported altercation on Bloomingdale Road on the Tonawanda Indian Reservation on April 7, 2025 . An investigation …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Le Roy Ambulance Service secures $350,000 grant for critical vehicle upgrades

Press release/provided photos Le Roy, NY — Le Roy Ambulance Service is proud to announce it has been awarded a grant from the New York State Dormitory Authority, enabling the purchase of two new emergency vehicles to strengthen our ability to serve the community. The grant, valued at approximately $350,000, …

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BATAVIA/UConnectCare, My Cut team up to provide free haircuts on Saturday

Provided photo/Mike Pettinella Press release “A Haircut Always Helps!” Cassandra Hirsch, Jamie Torrence and co-workers at UConnectCare on Saturday afternoon enlisted the support of three barbers from My Cut in Batavia to provide free haircuts. Hirsch, a data evaluator who also works with the homeless population, looked on in appreciation …

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BATAVIA/Health Dimensions Senior wins first place at HOSA—two years in a row

Press release/provided photos For the second year in a row, Nahiely Dones, a senior in the Health Dimensions program at the Batavia CTE Center, earned first place in the Personal Care event at the Spring HOSA Leadership Conference. Her back-to-back victories are a testament to her skill, determination, and drive …

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