Press release A human case of West Nile Virus has been confirmed in Orleans County. “West Nile Virus is most commonly spread by the bite of an infected mosquito,” stated Paul Pettit, Public Health Director for the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health). “The best protection against West …
Press release ROCHESTER, N.Y. – U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Michael Alan Jones, 24, of Charlotte, North Carolina, who was convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, was sentenced to time served (10 months) by U.S. District Judge David G. Larimer. Assistant U.S. …
Press release October 23-29, 2022 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW), which is a call to bring together individuals, organizations, industry, and government to increase lead poisoning prevention awareness in an effort to reduce childhood exposure to lead. About 3.3 million American households, including 2.1 million low-income households that …
Press release The Genesee County Health Department will be hosting a FREE drive-thru anti-rabies immunization clinic on Thursday, September 15th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Genesee County Fairgrounds (5056 East Main Street, Batavia). “Rabies continues to be a public health issue in Genesee County. We urge pet …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press release It is estimated that one out of every two people in any given congregation has personally been affected by suicide. Soul Shop trains faith community leaders to offer support, hope and connection to those in their congregations. Hosted by Genesee Orleans Wyoming (GOW) Pathway to …
Boy Scout Troop 6006 held their Court of Honor for three young men who achieved Eagle Scout this past year. Luke Geiger(11 years), Nicholas Grover(9 years) and Aidan Clark(11 years), all of Batavia, started in Boy Scouts Troop 6006 at the same time. According to Troop Guest Speaker Steve Ognibene, …
Link to Case/vaccination tracker map below Genesee Orleans Wyoming COVID-19 Case Tracker (arcgis.com) Link to NYS COVID-19 information below COVID-19 Data in New York | Department of Health (ny.gov) Orleans County Covering 10/18-10/21 Reporting 64 new positive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 4,360 positive cases. The individuals are …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GO Health Departments will be on the road with Back-to-School Pop-up Clinics the week of August 9th across Genesee and Orleans Counties. The Pfizer vaccine will be offered at the clinics, which is approved for everyone 12 years of age and older. COVID-19 vaccines are both safe …
Two Additional Concerts announced for the Summer Series BATAVIA – Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel is pleased to announce the following additions to the upcoming Rockin’ the Downs Summer Concert Series. Now kicking off the series on Friday June 11th is Almost Queen. The Ultimate Queen Tribute show delivers a live performance, …
Press release (APRIL 11 – APRIL 17, 2021) National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week is celebrated every second full week of April and is endorsed by the National Animal Care & Control Association. For those in the community that may not be aware, Genesee County Sheriff William A. Sheron, Jr. …