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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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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GENESEE COUNTY/Gagne named 2024 NYS Senate “Woman of Distinction” for the 57th District

Sue Gagne with Senator George Borrello on Monday during a Ceremony held in her honor (Information from provided press release) Sue Gagne, a respected mental health professional from Genesee County and registered nurse, was honored at The City Church Generation Center by Senator George Borrello in recognition of her selection …

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GENESEE COUNTY/The Office of Cannabis Management Enforcement Division marks three stores in Batavia, removing items which require licensing

Front door of D-R Smoke Shop on Lewiston Road on Thursday The Office of Cannabis Management/Enforcement Division made a few stops through Batavia today, 7.11.24, posting signs and Notices of Violation for alleged illegal cannabis that was seized at three stores in the noon hour. According to a witness, about …

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GENESEE COUNTY/2024 STOP-DWI Family Night at the Ballpark is July 18th

Press release Genesee County STOP-DWI and the Genesee County Youth Bureau are partnering with the Batavia Muckdogs to host the annual STOP-DWI Night at the Ballpark on Thursday, July 18th at Dwyer Stadium. The Genesee County Youth Bureau has a limited supply of complimentary tickets available for youth and their …

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BATAVIA/A last salute….

Procession for Army Veteran Louis Scafetta, led by the Patriot Guard Riders, makes its way down East Main Street late Tuesday afternoon. Scafetta joined the Army and served his country from 1970 to 1972. A Celebration of Life followed the procession at the family’s pond. Louis Scafetta Obituary 2024 – …

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