GENESEE COUNTY/RTS Announces Route Improvements for Public Transit Service

RTS Genesee Route Improvements Will Begin August 12, 2024 Press release Rochester, NY: On Monday, August 12, 2024, Regional Transit Service (RTS) will implement changes to its route service in Genesee County. The changes will improve the frequency of routes in Batavia and LeRoy, simplify the route structure, and provide RTS …

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BATAVIA/Joey Pero performs “Ever Blue and White” with the Batavia Concert Band on Wednesday evening

Joey Pero and the Batavia Concert Band performed “Ever Blue and White” for the first time in public at Centennial Park in Batavia on Wednesday evening. Pero created the song, melding together two Batavia High School alma mater songs Ever Batavia and The Blue and White. Pero has gifted the …

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Batavia High School Class of 1984 Reunites for 40th Anniversary Celebration

Press release Batavia, NY – [July 15, 2024] – The Batavia High School Class of 1984 is thrilled to announcetheir 40th reunion celebration! Mark your calendars for an evening filled with memories, laughter,and fun on Saturday, August 24th, 5pm-10pm.Mingle and Reconnect with Old FriendsAlumni and guests are invited to gather …

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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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GENESEE/ORLEANS/Bat and Rabies Awareness

Press release During the summer months, the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) typically see an increase in reports from residents who have encountered bats. Bats can occasionally find their way into houses, particularly in older homes that are not properly sealed. This most often occurs during the …

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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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