WNY/Medicare Advantage Provider Independent Health to pay up to $98 million to settle False Claims Act suit

Press release BUFFALO, N.Y. — U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Independent Health Association and its affiliate, Independent Health Corporation (collectively, Independent Health) have agreed to pay up to $98 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by knowingly submitting or causing the submission of …

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WNY/WYOMING COUNTY/Multiple Agency Road check results in arrests

Press release On November 24, 2024, the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office worked together with the NewYork State Police and New York State Environmental Conservation Police by conducting a jointroad check in the Hamlet of Portageville. The focus of the detail was to check for compliance with Environmental Conservation Laws during …

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WNY/Pettinella captures third Genesee Region USBC Senior Masters

Mike Pettinella, left, and Tom Rohl, first- and second-place bowlers at Saturday’s Genesee Region USBC Senior Masters at Mount Morris Lanes. (Submitted photo). Press release: Batavia’s Mike Pettinella became the first three-time champion of the Genesee Region USBC Senior Masters Tournament on Saturday, defeating fellow GRUSBC Hall of Famer Tom …

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WNY/U.S. Attorney Ross appoints 2024 District Election Officer

Press release BUFFALO, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul E. Bonanno will lead the efforts of her Office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 5, 2024, general election. AUSA Bonanno has been appointed to serve as …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia Downs presents check to Make a Difference Rescue

Video of check presentation-Link to more information on MAD Rescue of WNY located in Albion, NY. Money Will be used for Dog Rescue Efforts in Puerto Rico Press release BATAVIA – Batavia Downs Gaming President and CEO Henry Wojtaszek presented representatives from the Make a Difference (M.A.D) Rescue with a …

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