By Mike PettinellaFor Video News Service “The Olympics of aviation aerobatics” is how Laura Wadhams, Genesee County Department of Public Works commissioner, views the 33rd FAI World Aerobatic Championships that are scheduled for Aug. 24-Sept. 2 at the Genesee County Airport on East Saile Drive. “The simplest way to describe this …
The high scores keep pouring in around the Genesee Region USBC. At Rose Garden Bowl in Bergen, Jeremy Vallance of Batavia spun a 300 middle game on Feb. 24 in the Tuesday Scratch Doubles League. The right-hander started with 276 in what turned out to be a sparkling 768 series. …
Riann Nurmi is our Community Spotlight for February-Pictured-Riann at one of her favorite places to crochet. [Community Spotlight is a new monthly feature that will highlight those who make a difference in our communities each day. If you know of someone in your community who makes a difference each day, …
Press release Batavia, NY – February 25, 2026 – The Genesee County Office for the Aging (OFA) is pleased toannounce that office operations will officially return to their primary location at 2 Bank Street, Batavia,beginning Monday, March 2, 2026. Since early December 2025, OFA services have remained fully operational from …
Press release/provided photos Perry, NY – Chief Michael J. Grover reports the arrest of Jamie Murphy, 47, and Curtis Harkins, 49, both of Perry, NY. On February 14th, 2026 at approximately 10:30PM, the Perry Police Department responded to the 165 Lake Street Apartment Complex for reports of several people carrying …
Press release The City of Batavia is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Smith as the new City Historian. Jason brings a deep appreciation for Batavia’s rich heritage, a strong commitment to public service, and a passion for preserving the stories that define our community. (File photo) As City …
Information from a provided press release Assemblyman Steve Hawley joined his colleagues in Albany yesterday at a press conference in the state Capitol where he called for immediate action to lower energy costs and strengthen grid reliability for upstate New York families, farmers and manufacturers. “Upstate produces the food, power …
Provided information and photos What a magical evening it was! Our Valentine’s-themed dance for adults with developmental disabilities has led to a St. Patrick’s Day themed dance planned for Thursday, March 12th from 6PM-8PM at the Byron Fire Hall, 6357 Townline Road, Byron, NY Everyone showed up ready to celebrate …
Photos-Scenes from St. Valentines Day St. Valentine’s Day by Annie EliotDirected by Samantha Scheffler-PloetzLetty – Lilah MordellElinor – Teressa Hirsch An Angel Intrudes by Floyd DellDirected by Tess UlineAnnabelle – Rosey FaithJimmy – James R. FranklinAngel – Stephen Efing-VanValkenburgPolice Officer – Spencer Efing-VanValkenburg Sweet & Twenty by Floyd DellDirected by Jessica BrandtYoung Woman – Mollie WadhamsYoung Man – Seth CoburnAgent …
On Monday, February 23, 2026, MIichael Nero, age 45, was found guilty following a two-day jury trial, before the Honorable Donald G. O’Geen on two counts of Assault second degree under Penal Law 120.05(3) and Penal Law 120.05(7) for assaulting an Attica Corrections Officer. The defendant was arrested by the …