Monday News Brief

Batavia Fire Department to Flush Hydrants June 16–18; Water Discoloration Possible

The City of Batavia Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants this week—Monday through Wednesday, June 16th to 18th—from about 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Crews will be working in the area north of West Main Street and west of Jackson Street.
Nearby homes and businesses may notice temporary water discoloration during this time. Residents are advised not to do laundry if water appears discolored. If discoloration does occur, running cold water for about five minutes should help clear it up.
This annual maintenance is key to preserving the city’s Class III public protection rating with the Insurance Services Office, ensuring hydrants work properly for firefighting. It also helps identify weak spots in the water system and flush out sediment.
Anyone with questions, or who sees a hydrant in need of repair, can call the Fire Department at 585-345-6375.

Music in Corfu

Head out to the Indian Falls Log Cabin Restaurant in Corfu tonight for live music from Jack Fire! The band takes the stage from 6 to 9 p.m., rain or shine.
Enjoy great tunes and mouthwatering BBQ specials cooked fresh on the outdoor smoker. It all happens at 1227 Gilmore Road. That’s Jack Fire, tonight—Monday, June 16th—from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Indian Falls Log Cabin!

Perry Woman Charged for Assaulting Child

A Wyoming County woman is behind bars after allegedly assaulting a child.
Police say 23-year-old Haylee Tucker of Perry struck a 4-year-old in the face, causing injury. The incident took place in the parking lot of a business in the village and was caught on surveillance video.
At the time, Tucker was reportedly caring for her partner’s child.
She has been charged with assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Tucker was taken to the Wyoming County Jail and is scheduled to appear in Perry Village Court on July 8.

Batavia Shines at State Track Meet

Batavia High School athletes brought home major honors at the New York State Track and Field Championships!
Cooper Konieczny is a state champion in the pole vault, clearing a personal best of 15 feet, 6 inches. Ella Shamp claimed third place in the long jump with an impressive 18 feet, 4.75 inches. Isaac Varland earned a fourth-place medal in discus with a throw of 166 feet, 5 inches.
And the Girls 4×100 meter relay team are state champions! Ady O’Donnell, Nevaeh Thomas, Ella Shamp, and Karizma Wescott clocked in at 47.58 seconds—fourth fastest in Section V history!

Oakfield-Alabama Coach Let Go Amid Allegations of Inappropriate Conduct

Howard Owens with the Batavian reports, an Oakfield-Alabama coach has been relieved of all coaching responsibilities amid allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student.
In a letter sent to parents on Thursday, Superintendent John Fisgus confirmed that the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the allegations. While details have not been disclosed, Fisgus said the individual is no longer allowed on any district property and is prohibited from contacting students or staff.
Importantly, Fisgus clarified that the person was not employed by the school district in any capacity other than coaching.
He urged anyone with information relevant to the investigation to contact the Sheriff’s Office.
In the letter, Fisgus emphasized the district’s ongoing focus on student well-being, writing, “The district remains committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.”
No charges have been filed at this time, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Pavilion Students Recieve ACT Certificates

Nine students from Pavilion High School have earned the ACT® WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate, connecting them to career opportunities in Genesee County and beyond.
The students demonstrated job-ready skills in applied math, graphic literacy, and workplace documents—earning four gold, four silver, and one bronze certification. The achievement is part of Genesee County’s Work Ready Communities initiative.
Seniors Timothy Lonnen and Landen Stoddard say the certification proves the real-world experience they’ve gained through summer jobs and internships.
Pavilion is the first school in the county to complete the NCRC, and school officials hope this inspires more students to build skills for their future careers.

Silver Springs Bar Raises Concerns

Health concerns are rising in the village of Silver Springs amid a rat infestation possibly linked to the former Poor Boys Restaurant & Lounge.
Neighbors say rodents have been spotted in nearby yards, and parts of the vacant building are now caving in. Cleanup is underway, and county officials say the current owner is cooperating with code enforcement.
The property is expected to be cleaned up by June 25. Residents say the situation is a growing concern for the community’s safety and image.

Muckdogs

The Batavia Muckdogs had a strong weekend, picking up three big wins.
On Friday, they traveled to Elmira and beat the Pioneers 15–8. Saturday’s home game was a thriller—Batavia scored three runs in the bottom of the 9th to walk off the Jamestown Tarp Skunks, 3–2. And on Sunday, they topped the Buffalo Diesel 10–7.
With the sweep, the Muckdogs improve to 7–4 on the season.