GENESEE COUNTY/Rochester man charged after lengthy high-speed pursuit

Edward D. Grant III, 28, of Rochester, NY, is charged with reckless endangerment 1st degree, unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle 3rd degree, aggravated unlicensed operation 2nd degree, reckless driving, speed exceeding 55mph, and many other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, after fleeing from a traffic stop …

Continue reading

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 …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/Spartans lose, 36-14, to unbeaten Lockport; ‘Youth Football Night’ at home this Saturday

By Mike PettinellaGenesee County Spartans The undefeated Lockport Wildcats had an un-Fair advantage on Saturday night on their way to defeating the visiting Genesee County Spartans, 36-14, in Northeastern Football Alliance semipro action. Veteran quarterback Willie Fair II passed for four touchdowns and ran for another TD to lead the …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia/Safe Summer Children’s Carnival planned at the Ice Arena

Press release The Genesee County Youth Bureau is excited to announce that our annual Safe Summer Children’s Carnival will take place on Thursday, July 25th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm at David M. McCarthy Ice Arena, 22 Evans Street in Batavia. All games will be free, and children can …

Continue reading

GENESEE/ORLEANS/Health Department’s Early Intervention Program to host Community Meeting

Press release The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) will be holding their Local Early Intervention Coordinating Council (LEICC) Quarterly Meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. at the Orleans County Health Department (14016 State Route 31, Suite 101, Albion, NY 14411). …

Continue reading

GENESEE COUNTY/Independent Living of the Genesee Region to hold an ADA Consumer Picnic

Press release July 26, 1990 was the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the first piece of legislation to provide people with disabilities the right to equal access to employment, governmental programs and services, areas of public accommodations, communications, and transportation.  Many consider it to be the most comprehensive …

Continue reading

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 …

Continue reading

BATAVIA/Northgate Church announces dedication and Grand Opening of Northgate Playground

Press release Northgate Church is thrilled to announce the dedication and grand opening of the Northgate Playground on July 14, 2024, at noon. We warmly invite the community to join us at Northgate’s North Campus (8160 Bank Street Road, Batavia, NY) for this special event. The Northgate Playground is open …

Continue reading