The Medina Police Department has released the name of the victim in the car vs. pedestrian accident that occurred late Saturday morning at West Center Street and West Avenue. According to Lt. Christian Navas, Kellie Staschak, 55, died at the scene after being stuck by a vehicle at the intersection …
Press release BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Kyle Stack, 39, of Medina, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with possession of child sexual abuse material involving prepubescent minors, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney Charles …
Press release In celebration of National Public Health Week (NPHW), the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are joining communities across the country to promote better health for all. NPHW runs from April 7-13 and reminds us how important public health is. It also encourages people to take …
Sue Gagne, left, coordinator of the GOW CARES Alliance, with members of her team – Melissa Vinyard, Sherri Bensley and Cheryl Netter – at Tuesday’s quarterly meeting at Grace Baptist Church in Batavia. By Mike PettinellaUConnectCare Publicist The first quarterly meeting of the GOW CARES Alliance, formerly known as the …
Press release GO Health is pleased to announce that it has been awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). Established in 2007, PHAB is the nonprofit organization that administers the national accreditation program, which aims to advance and transform public health practice by championing performance improvement, strong …
Press release Orleans County Sheriff Christopher M. Bourke is pleased to announce a Child Passenger Safety Seat Check Point Event will be held on Saturday, April 26th at the Orleans County Public Safety Building from 10am-2pm. According to data, vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children between …
Press release As spring begins, many people start thinking about buying or building a new home. If you are considering either option, it is important to prioritize radon testing before making any decisions. Radon is a natural, radioactive gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the …
Press release: The tri-county coalition dedicated to community health and well-being is back in the public eye – with a new name and a new coordinator. Formerly the GOW Opioid Task Force, the GOW CARES Alliance has scheduled its first quarterly meeting of the year for 12:30 p.m. April 1 …
By Mike PettinellaUConnectCare publicist UConnectCare has promoted Kathy Hodgins of Medina, a 23-year-employee of the nonprofit substance use prevention, treatment and recovery agency, to chief executive officer. Hodgins succeeds John Bennett, who resigned to become director of network development with Forward Leading IPA’s WeLinkCare social care network. Her first day …
Press release The Orleans County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the Orleans County Department of Social Services (DSS) Welfare Fraud Investigative Unit, have arrested 9 individuals involved in welfare fraud schemes over the past 3 days. The arrests follow a lengthy investigation into fraudulent activities that resulted in the theft …