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Pete Zehler

November 26, 2025

Wednesday News Brief

Rezoning Move at 200 Oak Street Raises Traffic Concerns Batavia City Council is moving forward with steps to rezone the former Days Inn property at 200 Oak Street from Commercial to a Planned Development District, but members say traffic issues must be addressed before redevelopment begins. Developer Jayesh Patel of...

Pete Zehler

November 25, 2025

Tuesday News Brief

GENESEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT Deputies had their hands full this week with several unusual arrests across Genesee County. On November 17th, Darius Townsend was taken into custody after allegedly fleeing from deputies on an unrelated matter. Investigators say he tried to ditch evidence while running, and was ultimately found with...

Pete Zehler

November 24, 2025

Monday News Brief

Chamber Launches “31 Days of Shopping Local” Today in Genesee County The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce is launching its “31 Days of Shopping Local” campaign today, running from November 24th through December 24th. The month-long initiative is designed to spotlight small businesses throughout the county, aligning with the spirit...

Pete Zehler

November 21, 2025

Friday News Brief

Genesee County Lawmakers to Vote on Revised 2026 Budget Monday Joanne Beck with the Batavian reports, Genesee County management has delivered a revised 2026 budget, keeping the property tax increase at 2%. The updates add $150,000 in sales tax revenue and cut more than $200,000 from Genesee Justice, with other...

Pete Zehler

November 20, 2025

Thursday News Brief

Brand Genesee Releases Key Project Documents The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce has published several major documents tied to the ongoing Brand Genesee initiative, now available at BrandGenesee.com. The release includes the Destination Assessment Report, findings from the September public visioning workshop, and visitor and lodging data compiled through Rove....

Pete Zehler

November 19, 2025

Wedensday News Brief

Batavia Launches Effort to Provide Beds for Children Sleeping on Floors Joanne Beck with the Batavian reports, with food insecurity drawing recent attention, local organizers say another urgent need is being overlooked: more than 500 children in Batavia are sleeping on floors or in unsafe or inadequate bedding. In response,...