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Blue Devil’s in shape to become the next State Champions * Brothers on Walnut Street busted in connection with local burglaries * Two Albion men arrested for a home invasion in the town of Yates

Alexander Rigerman studying Criminal Justice at GCC recevied this year’s scholarship

Lougazi flexed his muscle to win the $11,000 Open Handicap trot on Friday night

Two Albion men jailed for home invasion in Orleans County * Rochester man indicted for violent carjacking in Batavia * Batavia couple arrested for child endangerment

GCC Criminal Justice student wins local award

Indictment handed up in Batavia carjacking * Two Albion men busted for home invasion * Montclair Ave. woman charged with forcing child to smoke pot

One suspect accused of using a replica AK-47 to rob homeowner

Another Recognition Matters @ GCC

Save the Date for “LIMITLESS”

There will be a $1,036 carryover and a $3,000 guaranteed early Pick-5 pool when racing resumes at 6 p.m. on Friday

Walnut Street man jailed for possessing a stolen gun * Kindness to K9 fund could bring in two top dogs to GCSO * Perry teen facing a disturbing charge

Winter Weather Advisory posted * Sheriff’s Office may be able to purchase and train two K-9s * Collins / McMurray still exchanging barbs

For about an hour a month (or sometimes less!!) you can be on the inside and help make your community better

Kaitlyn Rae returned to her winning ways in the $9,500 fillies and mares Open Handicap pacing feature at Batavia Downs on Wednesday evening

Projects demonstrate ongoing success of BRIDGE-NY program championed by Hawley

Promising report from the once fledgling YWCA * Alleged Rape in Perry lands a Monroe County man behind bars * Former Wyoming County Sheriff’s deputy sentenced

City Church development gains traction * YWCA “in the black” * State legislators talk about giving themselves a pay raise

The public hearing will be held on Monday, November 26th at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, Second Floor, Council Board Room

The 36th Annual Health and Humanitarian Award is being held on November 30, at noon, at Terry Hills Restaurant

Council hears rezoning proposal for City Church Property * Sheriff’s release additional details of accidental shooting death * Another meeting announced for 5th Ward residents

The driver was identified as Jared E. Thompson, 27 of Albion a member of the Fancher Murray Hulberton Fire Company

“Learning requires that you step out of your comfort zone.” – Debbie Slocum

Volunteer firefighter in Orleans County seriously injured responding to a call * McMurray holds out hope for an absentee voter upset * Positive report from Farmers Market Manager

Possible prison time for former Batavia nursing home owner * Bergen woman busted for DWI after being found asleep at the wheel * Batavia woman arrested for grand larceny

Batavia advances to New York State Semi-finals

There will be a $2,756 carryover and a $7,000 guaranteed early Pick-5 pool when racing resumes at 6 p.m. on Saturday at the oldest lighted harness track in America

Assemblyman Hawley urges constituents to pay tribute to our retired and active servicemen and servicewomen on Veterans Day

Bioness stayed undefeated at the Genesee County oval by taking the $11,500 Open Handicap trotting feature under a slick drive by his young reinsman Hunter Oakes, over a very sloppy track

LeRoy man killed in apparent self-inflicted shooting in Byron * Former Batavia nursing home owner pleads guilty to bank theft and tax charges * Lamb’s Pumpkin Stand proceeds going to a good cause

First snow accumulation in county * Cuomo calls for ban on flavored e-cigs * BHS Blue Devils look to advance in football playoffs

Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Newberry Place-freshLAB, Batavia NY and Matthew Gray, Owner, Investor, Mentor took home honorable mention today at the awards ceremony in Rochester

Cuomo continues to take aim at gun control for his third term * First Winter Weather Advisory for the season starts tomorrow * Suppression hearing held for Batavia woman accused of providing a handgun in shooting

Small black and white dog found near Ellicott Street Road and Shepard Road in Batavia

The weekly Activity Night is being held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday’s at St. Anthony’s Community Center

Sportsmuffler scored her second straight top class distaff pacing feature victory at Batavia Downs on Wednesday night

McMurray claims Congressional race is still too close to call * Woman seriously injured in one car crash in Elba * Holley man convicted of Defrauding New York State

NY 27th decision may wait for official canvass * Cuomo wins 3rd term, Hawley easily re-elected, Ranzenhofer wins but much closer * Genesee County legislators will serve four years

Congressman Collins wins fourth term by a thin margin * Governor Cuomo will lead the state for the next four years * Funeral arrangements for Jerry Warner

Collins wins 27th Congressional District, McMurray demands recount

Voters go to the polls until 9 p.m. * 27th Congressional race, very close * Funeral arrangements announced for Jerry Warner

Calling hours Thursday, funeral service on Friday at Burdett and Sanford Funeral Home in Oakfield

Albion man jailed for secretly videotaping children * Rochester resident facing attempted murder in Batavia adds to criminal counts * Wind Advisory in effect

More reaction to the passing of WBTA’s Jerry Warner * United Way of Genesee Co names new Executive Director * BHS Blue Devils prepare for Western Regional

Tammy Hathaway to replace Eric Fix on Nov. 19

WBTA will have an update on funeral arrangements for Jerry once they are made available

Lucky McTrucky got a perfect trip en route to winning the $10,500 Open Handicap pacing feature at Batavia Downs on Saturday night

GCC Men’s Basketball Team’s Strong Second Half Shoots Down Red Barons * GCC Women’s Basketball Team Takes Opener in Crossover Tournament

Jerry passed very peacefully Sunday evening at the Crossroads House in Batavia

Retired pastor loses Rose Road residence in Batavia blaze * Former Holley resident arrested for murder on Liberty Street * Blue Devils advance to the Western Regional

Southern Palms had just enough at the wire to win the $8,800 Open II Handicap trotting feature at Batavia Downs on Friday evening

Suspect in Liberty Street beating death charged with murder * Race for the 27th Congressional District looks like a close one * Blue Devils return to the Section Five Class B football championship

Popular WBTA Radio personality has been off the air for nearly a year due to poor health

Arrest made in Raymond Morgan beating death * Blue Devils back to Sectional Championship tomorrow night * Jerry Warner in Hospice care

Richard D. Haynes, 36, formerly of Thorpe St., Batavia charged with Murder in the Second Degree

No. 3 Women’s Soccer Team to Face No. 6 Union County in National Tournament * No. 3 Men’s Soccer Team Begins National Title Defense Versus No. 6 Bunker Hill

The budget anticipates cash outflows of approximately $2.5 million

The board approved an estimated $3.25 million tax incentive package

Board also approves sale of land parcels in Gateway II Corporate Park in town of Batavia

Perry Police arrest alleged hit and run driver under Leandra’s Law * Positive report from the ever growing Genesee County Chamber of Commerce * Clean-up of State Superfund site in Pavilion is about to begin

Chamber of Commerce issues positive report * Environmental clean-up to begin in Pavilion * No debate in the 27th Congressional District race

WNY going under a Flood Watch * Batavia man arrested for Disseminating Indecent Material to a Minor * Suspect found dead in homicide and attempted murder case out of Monroe County

Flood Watch includes Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties

Lead Free Kids for a Healthy Future

Ellicott Station Developer ask for a million more in tax breaks * Rochester man takes plea deal for deadly drug dealing in Orleans County * Former secretary for Buffalo Bishop provides documents to the FBI

Ellicott Station developer wants more taxpayer incentives * Plea of mental disease in murder of a Lyndonville woman * Future of Fantasy Sports betting uncertain in NY

NYS Senator Razenhofer will be Guest Speaker on November 12, 2018

Stafford man accused of fighting, choking and biting in LeRoy burglary * Accused Batavia Burglar busted for drunk driving after fleeing the scene * Accused murderess admits to killing in Brockport

Perry principal faces no criminal charges * Batavia man charged with burglary and felony DWI * Bills v Pats tonight

Batavia Career and Technical Education Center (CTE). The Batavia CTE Center will hold an Open House on Thursday, November 1

The Adult Educational Opportunity Center (AEOC) and GCC announce a new website feature providing a complete calendar of AEOC support workshops and more

Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas is having his Jersey retired tonight at New Era Field

City of Batavia will observe Halloween activities from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on October 31st only

Local lawmen ramp up Halloween crackdown with DWI arrests rolling in * Walmart employee arrested after throwing a fit in Clarence * Convenience stores in Orleans County cited for sale of alcohol to minors

Corfu man arrested for grand theft auto in Pembroke * Police investigating hit and run in Batavia * Orleans County couple arrested for child endangerment

Joseph R. Carrubba, 60, of Oakfield, died Oct. 24, 2018 at Rochester General Hospital following a lengthy illness

Drug dealer in Batavia awaits sentencing amid pending case in Maine * Batavia man charged with torturing dog, relinquishes additional animals * Biden bringing big name support to McMurray in Congressional race

Invites members of the public to share concerns and ideas

Impaired Driving Crackdown runs October 30 – November 4

Roll With Faith got back to the top of her game winning the $10,400 fillies and mares Open Handicap pace at Batavia Downs on Wednesday evening

Recognition Matters @ GCC

Information Sessions Scheduled November 1st at 7 p.m., and November 17th at 9 a.m.

The race will begin at 6 pm on Saturday, Oct. 27, on Harvester Avenue in front of the Richmond Mausoleum.

Genesee County Prescription Drug Take Back Day Being Held Saturday, October 27

Steven Bannon stops in Elma to stump for Collins * Police seeking Chesley’s burglar suspect * New Pediatric practice opening next week in Batavia

City wide leaf collection will begin October 29, 2018 and will continue until November 30, 2018.

Burglary at Chesley’s Auto under investigation * Alleged assault lands a Hutchins Place resident in lock up * Memorial Tribute for K-9 Destro is today

Byron-Bergen Jr./Sr. High School welcomes the public to a panel discussion about the nation-wide opioid epidemic Wednesday, November 7th

Two arrested for alleged threats in an early morning incident * LeRoy resident arrested for larceny in a sale from a social media site * Cuomo and Molinaro hold their first debate in NYC

GCC Volleyball Team Splits at WNYAC Tourney

In Runaway Bay N ($8.70) scored his sixth win of 2018

No. 6 Women’s Team Ends Regular Season with Sixth-Consecutive Clean Sheet * No. 3 Men’s Soccer Team Wraps up Regular Season with 5-1 Win

Lougazi proved to be best once again in winning the $11,000 Open Handicap trotting feature at Batavia Downs on Friday evening (Oct. 19)

Cuomo being challenged for debate between candidates * Violation in Batavia lands Alabama man in jail without bail * New York Post endorses Democrat Nate McMurray

Republican candidate for Governor calling for serious debate with Cuomo * Schumer calling on the feds to close a loophole on stretch limos * Batavia man jailed for allegedly torturing an animal and threatening police

Lyndsey Rowland from the volleyball team and Jack Sharman-Dodd from the men’s soccer team were honored

Post time for the first race Friday is at a special early time of 4:45 pm.

Collection for Winter Clothing and Food Bank Earns an Apple for All!

First impressions in first week for new City Manager in Batavia * Sex Offender in Batavia served indictment including felony charges * Tribute planned for K9 Destro

New city manager “meets and greets” * Tribute planned to K-9 Destro * Cuomo holds 23 point lead in governor’s race

Batavia Kiwanis Club partners with Batavia’s Original Pizzeria for Oct 28 Halloween parade

A tribute will be held Wednesday, October 24th from 3 to 7 pm at the Sheriff’s Office, Park Road, Batavia

No. 3 GCC Men’s Soccer Team Blanks Lazers

Winning never gets old and seemingly neither does the 9-year-old Kaitlyn Rae; who just keeps on winning

Batavia woman facing a litany of felony counts following arrest in Alexander * Troopers in Batavia bust a man in Bergen with a half pound of pot * State Police warn public of phone scam in Western New York

Power was out for for 5,300 customers for almost two hours.

Dr. Matthew Landfried is the Chairman of of the Derpartment of Surgery at UMMC

National Grid reports all power has been restored to customers impacted by outage earlier this afternoon.

Latest estimate: 5,500 local customers without power, restoration estimated by 3 p.m.

The district-wide graduation rate for the 2018 graduation year, including alternative placement and homeschooled students, is 98.8%.

A Course in the Paranormal Available at GCC’s BEST Center

The district’s next Superintendent has a starting date of November 26th

Cougar Volleyball Team Ends Regular Season with Sweep

Polls show a close congressional race locally * Batavia Downs shows interest in K-Mart site * BID director Beth Kemp has resigned

Collins – McMurray race seen as “dead heat” * Batavia man arrested for attacking an EMT sent to help him * Wegman’s recalls hummus

Impaired Driving Crackdown runs October 26 – November 1

K-Mart is closing its doors in Batavia * Batavia resident arrested for attacking an EMT * A number of projects pickup in the City this week

Pavement markings will be done on several streets beginning tomorrow * Clinton St. to be repaired beginning Oct 17

Lewiston Rd. location on a list of 142 Sears and Kmarts closing as part of the latest company bankruptcy filing

Students Can Earn 3 Credits in Just Over 4 Weeks!

October 16 – 17 from approximately 9 am to 3 pm in the areas south of Main Street and east of Jackson Street

Volleyball Team Cements Region Berth with Weekend Wins

No. 6 GCC Women’s Soccer Team Records Fourth-Consecutive Shutout * No. 3 GCC Men’s Soccer Team Records Largest Margin Win of the Season

A F F Bigdaddy continued to be a hot horse among the top class pacers at Batavia Downs as he won his second straight $11,500 Open Handicap pace on Saturday

Multiple Larcenies in Alexander land Batavians in lock up * Man found dead on the roof of the Albion Walmart * Health officials say a serious respiratory virus is spreading across New York

Man found dead by deputies on the roof of Walmart in Albion * Plea deal reached for former Sheriff’s Deputy in Wyoming County murder case * Health Department looking for dog that bit a bike rider

Trial date set for Chris Collins * Wyco lawman pleads guilty to murder * last weekend of high school football before playoffs

Oakfield man indicted as sexual predator * Livingston County assemblyman arrested for accepting bribe * Meet and greet Batavia’s new city manager

Council approves extension of stipends * SUNY prohibits sex between students and teachers * Limo involved in deadly crash was posted for sale

BCB seeking Cartage/Equipment Coordinator

McMurrary gets campaign cash boost from Collins legal woes * Molinaro is cash short in his fight against Cuomo * Toppled tanker on Route 33

If you recognize this person, contact Batavia Police.

Man killed in crash with ambulance in Bethany * In LeRoy, two children drugged and left alone * Bills win

Williamsville man dies when his car crosses center line and strikes Bethany ambulance

Destro joined the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office five years ago * He partnered with Deputy Chris Erion

Rowland and Albuquerque Give Cougars Most Weekly Honors Nationally

The first Holiday Wined-Up for Hospice fundraiser on Friday, November 30th from 6-9 p.m. at Terry Hills Golf Course in Batavia, NY.

A Statement from Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia)

P.W. Minor ceases all operations * Batavia man accused of menacing with a knife * Kenmore Police Chief busted for possessing opioids

Local businessman Peter Zeliff foreclosed on loan to Tidewater + Associates * all employees are terminated

All operations ceased as of 10 a.m. this morning

Board also accepts application for PILOT agreement to support Ellicott Station development in city of Batavia

Complaints involving the theft of articles from vehicles parked in private driveways

Allen Named GCC Swimming and Diving Head Coach * Cougar Athletes of the Week Announced

Registration Deadline, Absentee Information and Extra Office Hours

Stolen firearms from the Firing Pin land Batavia man in lock up * House fire in Byron deemed a total loss * Batavia Sex Offender jailed without bail for failing to report

Arrest made as guns are recovered from Bergen theft * Elba man pleads guilty rape, gets seven years * Sabres begin new season tonight

Weapons recovered from a Jackson St residence believed stolen last week in Bergen

the City of Batavia Fire Department encourages residents to “Look. Listen. Learn.” What does that mean?

There are many promotions and schedule changes at Batavia Downs over the next nine days and here is a look at the line-up

Invites members of the public to share concerns and ideas

Roll With Faith won her fourth consecutive $10,000 Open Handicap distaff feature on Wednesday evening

Next Event Scheduled in Medina at Leonard Oaks Estate Winery

Batavia offers a piece of history at School fundraiser * Elba man receives sentence for rape conviction * Stafford man arrested for felony violation

Support the Batavia City School District Foundation, Saturday, Oct 13

Monday, October 22, 2018 at 6:30pm The Hole in the Wall Restaurant, 7056 Standpipe Road, Perry

Collector Talk on October 9, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. ~ Receptions on October 9, 2018 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Erin Habes to Visit GCC on October 24, 2018

FAFSA Experts, Instant College Admission and More at Visit Day!

The City of Batavia is advancing the Downtown Revitalization (DRI) Initiative to create a vibrant sustainable city that is inclusive of all ages and socioeconomic situations

Growth in the Genesee County Fair leading to expansion * Darien man facing serious prison time on child porn charges * Hawley receives high rating from taxpayer watchdog

Darien Center man arrested for sexting * Livingston County man gets 25 years in prison for child porn * New Bills stadium on hold

Officials say $10-million state funding will return $60-million of private investment

Fresh fruit is on the menu every day at Byron-Bergen schools and, if a student chooses an apple, it likely came from Roanoke Apple Farm

“How To Get Paid Today And Not Six Months From Now” will be the subject of the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Workshop on October 17

Darien man behind bars accused of possessing child porn * 25 years for child porn producer in Livingston County * Kid Rock concert goers get aggressive and nine end up in cuffs

Nine arrested at Kid Rock show * Smaller workforce returns to the job at P W Minor * Record number of female candidates on November ballot

Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Network of Western New York

Wed, Oct 3 at Batavia Downs

NYSP Troop ‘A’, Zone I, conducted a Sobriety Checkpoint in the Town of Darien, as well as a dedicated DWI patrol in Genesee County, Friday night into Saturday morning

No. 4 GCC Men’s Soccer Team Extends Win Streak to Four

No. 6 GCC Women’s Soccer Team Records Seventh Shutout Win

Lucan Hanover made it three in a row at the Downs on Saturday night after winning the $10,500 Open handicap pace in impressive style

GCC Volleyball Team Unstoppable

Half the workforce of P.W. Minor returns this morning following layoffs * Pembroke woman jailed after endangering a child on the Rez * Police look to ID suspect trying to take Tide Pods from Tops

BZ Glide went from worst to first in the $10,500 Open Handicap trotting feature at Batavia Downs on Friday afternoon (Sept. 8)

New owners announce layoffs at P.W. Minor * Jackson Primary student spurs City School officials to review procedures * DOT say agreement reached over illegal I Love New York signs

45 are laid off at P W Minor, 40 others return to work on Monday * Arrest made in Hamlin double murder * BHS Blue Devils play final game at existing Vandetta stadium

Company says it will “idle” one manufacturing line to concentrate on orthopedic and diabetic footwear

Hydrant flushing on Monday, October 1st from approximately 9 am to 3 pm in the areas south of Main Street and east of Jackson Street

Anyone with information is encouraged to call investigator James Diehl at 585-345-3000 extension 3571.

Mayor of Redfield Parkway Jim Owen provides WBTA a brief history lesson

Volleyball * Men’s/Women’s Soccer * Top National POW Honors * Cougar Athletes of the Week

Arrest made in Hamlin double homicide * Three arrested in contentious incident in Clarendon * Plans for new digs at Batavia Downs are unveiled

First chairman of surgery at UMMC

Batavia Downs begins expansion * P W Minor delays statement on its future * United Way sets campaign goal * PETA offers reward in cat cruelty case

PETA Asks Community to Post Fliers Seeking Information on Culprit(s) Who Dumped Cat Trapped in Plastic Bin

A ceremonial ground breaking was held this morning for a 4-million dollar expansion project at the Batavia Downs.

Machin Marley won the $9,000 Open Handicap pace for fillies and mares at Batavia Downs on Wednesday evening (Sept. 26).

Announcement on state of P.W. Minor expected by the end of the day * Bills Hall of Famer expected to help break ground at Batavia Downs today * Lyndonville man arrested for DWI after violent wreck outside of Albion

P W Minor announcement due tomorrow * Downs to announce expansion * Cuomo blames weather for loss of population

$4-million expansion will include new cigar bar, added kitchen and restaurant space

By Partnering with Farmers, America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education Program Provides Rural Schools with about $2.3 Million in Grants to Enhance Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education

No. 4 Men’s Soccer Team Puts Together Back-to-Back Double-Digit Wins

No. 6 Women’s Soccer Team Gets Seventh-Consecutive Win

$20,000 for the Genesee County Youth Bureau and $10,000 for the City of Batavia Youth Bureau

Seven Terrifying Attractions Combine for Thrilling Haunts in 2018

Protect Children from Lead Poisoning Public Health Column

Central Avenue murderer receives 20 years to life * Carjacking with police chase and crash in the city land a Rochester resident in lock up * Jackson Ave man jailed without bail for bringing drugs to BJ’s

Nathaniel Wilson gets 20 to life for fatal stabbing * Carjacking leads to high speed chase and crash in Batavia * Suspect in welfare fraud sentenced to jail time

Threatened woman at a gas station, fled down Ellicott St., crashed at entrance to VA

Zambito deemed Wilson a danger to the community and sentenced him to a minimum of 20 years in prison and a maximum of life

The Elba Central School District’s Board of Education has named three finalists for the district’s next Superintendent

A reported carjacking at the Kwik Fill on Jackson Street this morning led to a wild car chase through city streets

P.W. Minor appears to be on unsure footing * Vine Street woman busted for drugged driving * Batavia man locked up after immediately violating court order

P W Minor workers told to “go home” * Former Albion teenager charged with killing her sister and mother * Batavia City Council meets tonight in conference session

150 year old local company appears to be in financial trouble again

Flushing will take place Wednesday & Thursday, south of Main St. and west of Jackson.

The show is scheduled for Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at the Richard C. Call Arena in Batavia, NY.

Driver Drew Monti captured six wins on the card, including four straight from races two through five, to vault himself back into the lead for the dash driving title at Batavia Downs.

Volleyball Cougars Sweep Two Opponents in Pod Play at Erie * No. 7 Women’s Soccer Team wins Sixth Straight * No. 4 Men’s Soccer Team Notches Fourth Shutout in Last Five Starts

Tammy Conrad Wickens, Sara Barr, Scott Hemer, John Polonius and Connor Latimer were inducted into the Hall of Fame Sept. 22 at the Richard C. Call Arena.

A multitude of fans turned out in to witness of Foiled Again, the richest Standardbred of all time, compete at Batavia Downs one last time.

Buffalo wins big against Minnesota * Crash in Arcade leads to arrest for woman nearly three times over the legal limit * LeRoy Police Department is investigating a case of animal cruelty

GCC Athletics Hall Of Fame Ceremony Set for Sept. 22

Sunday, November 18, 2018 4:00 PM

Despite a heavy downpour early in the card, the track set up quickly and two lifetime and two seasonal marks were set during the evening in the NYSS races.

Vigil for Albion family members killed in Alabama * Resident with repeat DWI arrests in Wyoming County issued prison term * Van Detta Stadium receiving a grand goodbye

“Each of us owes our local veterans a tremendous debt of gratitude for their service and sacrifice to defend the values and freedoms we hold dear,” – Hawley

Volleyball Cougars’ Comeback Stunning

Tragedy strikes former Albion family in Alabama Stabbing * Police respond to multiple disturbance calls on State Street * Batavia’s Van Detta Stadium receiving a grand goodbye

Final home football game before demolition is Homecoming on September 29

Mother and daughter from Albion killed in stabbing down south * Collins announces plans to continue campaigning for re-election * BOLO issued for suspect in Basom larceny

Collins issues statement this afternoon saying he will “actively” campaign

Event will be held on Saturday, Sept 29 from 10a.m. to 2p.m. at city fire headquarters on Evans Street

Nominations should be submitted on or before October 5, 2018

Shop fire in Darien with structure deemed a total loss * Collins camp is remaining quiet about his renewed run * City Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants tomorrow

North of West Main and west of Bank St.

161 complete the run, another 115 participated in the fun walk

Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How. Public Health Column

They were successful on all fronts. The varsity girls won 3-0 against Alexander and the varsity boys won 4-1 against Attica.

Collins to keep name on November ballot while facing federal charges * Orleans County Rapist receives two decade prison sentence * Violent assault leads to lengthy prison sentence for an Albion man

Collins name to remain on the ballot as he fights federal charges

Trustees Meet and Greet New Employees and Student Trustee

Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at 7 p.m. ~ Genesee Community College

No. 2 Men’s Soccer Team Drops to Nassau

For the second time in three weeks, Validus Deo laid claim to being the best pacer in western New York

Cougars Split First Two Matches Before Heartbreaking Third

Bakery burglar in Batavia is behind bars * A homeless Batavia man arrested for choking an individual * Accident on Walnut Street leads to drug arrest for a city woman

Fatal Livingston County crash victim is identified * Taxes could be going down in the Town of LeRoy, with a cut to their ambulance service * Batavia blows out Letchworth/Warsaw

Fatal car/ped accident in Livonia * Hochul will be on November ballot with Cuomo * two men die in Alden boating accident

Boating accident in Alden leaves two dead * Unconventional landing at the county airport * Governor Cuomo is a step closer to his third term in office

Democrats pick nominee for Governor * Police ID two murder victims in Hamlin * New Exec Dir at Cornell Coop Ext in Batavia

Batavia City, LeRoy and Pavilion School Districts receive part of $2 billion statewide investment to upgrade educational technology

Starting on Wednesday (Oct. 3) and continuing through the end of the meet, all purses will be raised by 10 percent across the board.

GCC Soccer Teams Both Record Third Shutouts of the Season

Melodies Major (Art Major-Hilarious) left a lasting impression on the locals by setting a new track record

The Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension Board of Directors has selected Christopher Crawford as their Executive Director to lead the 100 year old organization.

New director named for County’s Cornell CO-OP * Dual murder victims found in Hamlin ID’d * Republicans formulating plans to remove Collins from the ballot

Friday, September 21, 2018 and Saturday, September 22, 2018

Saturday, September 15, 2018 the Byron-Bergen soccer teams, all six of them, will take to the field for their annual fundraiser to benefit the Wilmont Cancer Institute.

Assemblyman Hawley announced there are still six more spots available to sign up for this year’s Patriot Trip to Washington D.C. from September 20 – September 23, 2018

Join us on Saturday, September 15th at Alexander Fire Hall for lunch and a rally

Cougar Volleyball Team Stuck at Seventeen against Reigning Region Champs

“The governor didn’t think of our communities’ safety, he is just thinking of how to get extra votes,” – Hawley

Chautauqua County Woman indicted for fatal Darien hit and run * Dual homicide in Hamlin has deputies seeking help in investigation * South Swan Street man jailed for assault

Lawmen suspect double murder in Hamlin * Batavia native gets top job at Uber * Pavilion Teenager honors 9-11 first responders

Erik Fix resigns after six years with the agency

Batavia native Rebecca Messina will join the company’s executive leadership team as global Chief Marketing Officer.

The Batavia Downs track record for 2-year-old pacing colts is 1:54.2 and that standard is definitely in danger of going down.

Double homicide discovered in Hamlin * LeRoy Schools add to their Resource Officer program * Senator Razenhofer secures $72K for Genesee County public libraries

LeRy crash leads to jail for Buffalo woman * New poll: Cuomo 41 point lead over Nixon * Batavia City Council meets tonight

Cougar Volleyball Team Aces First Home Test

Focus Power somehow shook loose and out-paced everyone to the wire to win the $10,500 Open pace at Batavia Downs on Saturday afternoon.

No. 1 Men’s Soccer Team Earns Split at Bichy Tournament

LeRoy crash ends with a Buffalo woman behind bars * Walmart shoplifters arrested in possession of drugs in Batavia * Water out on Walnut Street in the City

Empire Earl N came from far back to brush down the lane and win the $10,000 Open Handicap trot in the fastest mile of his life on Friday evening (Sept. 7) at Batavia Downs.

Local newsman takes job as marketing director of GCEDC * House Ethics Committee looking at Congressman Collins conduct * Horse race down Cedar Street in Batavia

House Ethics Committee to look at Chris Collins charges * Bills open their regular season in Baltimore Sunday * Muckdogs GM will not return next year

Food Trucks, Music and Fall Activities PLUS Flash Sale is Extended

Amada Tool expansion would create 17 new jobs as part of $8.8 million capital investment in manufacturing facility in city of Batavia

Company will receive $100,000 loan from Revolving Loan Fund

Suspect in summertime murder in the city remains in custody * Funding for DWI program dips as arrests remain steady * Muckdogs GM says he won’t return next season

Police wait for forensic results in Liberty Street murder probe * Cuomo spending big in primary race * Jim Kelly on the mend again

Bergen man faces indictment for alleged sexual abuse of children * Hit and run investigation in Batavia ends with a Tennessee man behind bars * Batavia man accused of forcible touching

GCEDC considers tax breaks for Six Flags Darien Lake * Collins returns to Congress * Heat Advisory in effect until this evening

Station launches WBTAi2 to cover all LeRoy Knights home and away varsity football

Saturday September 15th from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. This program is FREE!!

The grant money will be used to purchase data collection instruments for 7th through 12th grade science classes and to bolster the newly established agriculture program

The Batavia High School Class of 1988’s Class Reunion is scheduled for September 21st and 22nd, 2018.

Priceless Historic Places, Organizations and Assets in the Spotlight Sept. 7-16, 2018

Amada Tool expansion would create 17 new jobs as part of $8.8 million capital investment in manufacturing facility in city of Batavia

Albion man behind bars for overdose death of his wife * 10 arrested at 5 Finger Death Punch * GCEDC considering incentives for Six Flags and Amada Tool

Albion man accused of supplying drug that caused overdose death of his wife * Batavia Bed, Bath and Beyond is closing * Foul language leads to arrest

Police say husband provided opiate that caused his wife to overdose and then failed to get medical attention for her in time to save her life

Currently Springsteen is 10th in points to make that final with 100 while Hitman Hill is sitting behind him in 12th with 75.

The Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants September 5, 6 and 7 from approximately 9am to 3pm in the areas north of West Main Street and west of Bank Street.

Construction of new $1.4 million bridge complete

The 39th annual Batavia Downs Labor Day driver’s bicycle race took place on Monday (Sept. 3)

Bye-Bye Bed Bath and Beyond in Batavia * DWI Crackdown in LeRoy leads to Leandra’s Law arrest * Deputies make drunk driving arrest in Darien accident

A severe thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Genesee County until 4:15PM today, Sept 3, 2018

Walmart Nabs 2 would-be shop lifters, DWI crackdown continues for Labor Day, Muckdogs Win

In four starts in the top trot class this year at the Downs, Icanflylikeanangel has not been worse than second

Race features eight of the top drivers at the Downs competing in a race on bicycles

Star athlete returns to the Van Detta Stadium after a tumultuous summer * An accused child predator in Albion is slated to go to trial * Two Orleans County Women accused of Fraud

New Shows and Exhibits Announced

GCC Women’s Soccer Team Bows to No. 10 MCC

“The Traveling Ghost” by Ryan Gustman Artist Reception: September 20, 2018 6-8pm

Governor open to hearing opinions on legal pot * Fight with lawmen on the Rez lands a woman in lock up * Troopers arrest Trio of Medina women for Welfare Fraud

Muckdogs very likely to be in Batavia next season * Cuomo wants to listen to to the people on legal pot for fun * Tops closes 10 stores, Batavia and LeRoy NOT among them

He is a 1998 graduate of Albion High School, Albion, N.Y.

In the first $58,000 division, Winning Shadow broke two long standing Batavia Downs track records.

Friday, August 31 – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Muckdogs management says the team should return next season * Three arrested for allegedly stealing scrap metal from an address in Darien * Two illegal immigrants busted with meth and heroin in Warsaw

Attica man behind bars for alleged Child sex abuse in Perry * Hawley continues to call out Cuomo for failing to address Thruway signs * Local Law Enforcement continue crackdown through Labor Day

Attica man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of 5 year old * Churchville’s Renee Fleming to perform at Senator McCain’s funeral * Heat Advisory extends to 8pm

Tracy Ave. will close Thursday, Aug 30 for repaving.

The sixth of eight stops by the New York Sire Stakes occurs Wednesday afternoon at Batavia Downs

Impaired Driving Crackdown runs August 17 – September 3

Gov. Cuomo pledged to remove the blue I Love-NY signs from across New York’s Thruway system by summer’s end

Woman arrested in Albion with a stolen loaded weapon * Orleans County man in lock up for alleged threats of terrorism * Heat Advisory going into effect for the surrounding areas.

Albion man dies in Lake Ontario boating accident * City announces sidewalk construction projects * Ranzenhofer bows out of 27th Congressional Dist run

Spray Park will close for the season on Sept 4 * City announces sidewalk construction schedule

Hidden Mischief is a program designed to raise awareness of drug concealing techniques and everyday items commonly re-purposed for drug use.

Fatal boating accident at Point Breeze * Darien Lake Rap Concert nets 15 for GCSO * Muckdogs win two in a row, honor a Batavia baseball broadcaster

WBTA FM 100.1 is temporarily off the air due to a power surge that damaged some transmitter components. We hope to have repairs completed by late Monday morning. In the […]

BZ Glide took the most direct path to victory Friday night

Batavia crash claims life of Medina Woman * Four way being added to dangerous intersection in Oakfield * Quality night sleep for a man biking across the country

Albion lawyer pleads guilty to defrauding clients * New Federal money for the Genesee County Airport * Bills prepare for Bengals on Sunday

It’s time to release the hounds at Batavia Downs!

Florida man accused of using kitchen cutlery to attack two brothers in Middlebury * Plea could lead to possible prison time for an Orleans County Attorney * Funding for the Genesee County Airport announced

Wyoming County indicts Florida man in attack on two brothers * Bergen woman charged with bad baby-sitting * Muckdogs take two from West Virginia before returning home

Finch allegedly used a butcher’s knife and a meat cleaver in last week’s attack

(WCCHS) will now be offering a non-narcotic pain management option for our patients on the Labor and Delivery Unit.

Enjoy Letchworth State Park’s annual Summer Farewell Festival on Sunday, September 2nd 2018

Bergen woman behind bars for bad babysitting * Pembroke resident arrested after allegedly fleeing from a crash in Batavia * Alabama accident ends in arrest for an Alden man

Plea deal in Central Ave fatal stabbing * NYS Fair opens in Syracuse * GOP extends process of replacing Collins on ballot

Central Ave murder suspect accepts plea deal * GOP Leaders extend selection process for picking Congressman Collins replacement * Muckdogs bested by the Black Bears

U.S. Air Force Airman Eric J. Nelson graduated from basic military training

Linda Toscano will be bringing three of her best Empire State-bred diagonal distaffers to compete in two divisions

The City of Batavia Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants on August 22nd

Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 7 p.m. ~ Genesee Community College

Albion man accused of sexually abusing a child * Republicans looking to replace Congressman Collins meet in Batavia * Three arrested at Miranda Lambert Concert

LeRoy domestic incident leads to charges of unlawful imprisonment and menacing * Fatal motorcycle crash in Henrietta * Bear sighting in Alabama

Tuesday, August 21st, 2018, from 7AM to 5PM

All three were issued appearance tickets for Darien Town Court on September 4th.

Board of Trustees Hear 10-Year Summary of the Genesee Promise Plus Summer Scholarship Program

Letchworth State Park Celebrates Stone Tool Craftsman Show

Driver Drew Monti and trainer JD Perrin teamed up to put on a show Staurday night (Aug.18) winning five races on the 10 race card.

Another Black Bear appearance in Alabama * LeRoy man arrested for Unlawful Imprisonment * Cuomo isn’t backing down from President Trump

Two longtime Batavia Downs regulars put up big numbers on Friday night

Hit and Run in Batavia under investigation * Troopers arrest Clarence man for leaving infants in a parking lot * Muckdogs Announce 2018 Youth Baseball Clinic

Orleans County man arrested over twice the legal limit after allegedly leaving the scene of an accident in Leroy.

Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty sadly announces the passing of a Sheriff’s K9

Drug related activity that’s endangering children reported by BPD * Homeless man in the City behind bars for allegedly beating mercy medics * Mechanical failure pushes back road work in Batavia

Batavia man accused of breaking and entering then fleeing Police * Batavia woman arrested for allegedly using drugs in front of three children

This Friday will feature the best trotters on the grounds vying in Open I, II and III classes.

Tracy Avenue milling is postponed until Monday, August 20th due to mechanical breakdown

Liberty Street will be closed from Central Ave. to Pringle Ave. to all through traffic for a street repair. The repair will start at 8:00 am.

New city manager makes his introduction * Cuomo criticized for bashing MAGA slogan * Road work continues throughout the city

New city manager meets the press * Cuomo steps in some political mud * Tracy Ave. re-constructions begins tomorrow

Dr. Martin “Marty” Moore begins new job on Oct 15.

GOP chairs set up process to replace Collins in upcoming election * Brothers fight off attacker in Wyoming County home invasion * Milling on Tracy Ave planned to start tomorrow

Brothers attacked in their Wyoming County home * City Council names new Batavia City Manager * WNY Republican leaders meet tonight in Batavaia

Genesee County GOP Chair Richard Siebert thinks his local Assemblyman in Batavia fits the bill the best

Two brothers were attacked by an intruder at their Middlebury residence

Thursday, August 16th, 2018, from 7AM to 5PM, Tracy Avenue in the City of Batavia will experience construction delays and lane reductions for cold milling of pavement.

Council names New City Manager for Batavia * Chautauqua County woman arrested for DWI after fatal hit and run in Darien * Republicans coming to Batavia to talk future of the 27th Congressional District race

Dr. Martin Moore will become the new city manager of Batavia * He is currently the city manager of Eunice, New Mexico, a city of 2,500 people

Vehicular manslaughter suspect was arrested for DWI an hour after fatal hit and run * New Batavia city manager to be named tonight * Cuomo to return eagle feather

Suspect was arrested and released on DWI an hour after deputies say she struck and killed Darien Lake concert goer

In recognition of National 8/11 Day on Aug. 11, National Fuel reminds homeowners and professional contractors to Call Before You Dig

East Ave from Ross to Clinton Street will experience construction delays and lane reductions for the cold milling of the pavement, August 14 -16 from 7 AM to 7 PM

Shawn Gray had the night of his life on Saturday (Aug. 11) as he won seven of the 12 races he drove at Batavia Downs.

Fatal hit and run following Darien Lake concert ends in arrest * City Council expected to welcome a New City Manager tonight * Collins halts re-election bid in the face of federal charges

New City Manager in Batavia to receive Council vote on Monday night * Updates to Ellicott Station as developers deal with funding requirements * Board of Elections reminds residents of upcoming primaries

Council to vote on City Manager Monday night, name of manager candidate being kept from public until vote * Collins may have used campaign funds for legal defense

County GOP and Reform Party primary, GOP only primary in Bethany * Board of Elections announces registration info

Congressman Collins accused of using campaign funds to pay for legal battle * One car crash in Alabama leads to arrest of Oakfield man * Livingston County Sheriff’s office alerting of a reported scam

Church patrons in Batavia targeted by intoxicated Tennessee driver * Threats in Pavilion land a Depew man in lock up * Collins continues push for reelection amid serious charges

Collins pleads not guilty to federal indictment charging him with securities fraud * More bear sightings in Genesee County * Darien Lake to hire more staff for post season

Republican Congressman Chris Collins has been charged along with his son Cameron and the son’s future father-in-law, with insider trading

A car apparently ended up in flood like conditions on Main Street in LeRoy

Kathy Hochul switches her support after being backed by the NRA * Bears spotted in Corfu and Pembroke * WBTA alumni named to the New York Penn League Hall of Fame

Pembroke man accused of assaulting pregnant woman * Woman charged with stealing souvenirs from Darien Lake * National Night Out to be observed in Birchwood Village