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Cougars Fall in Straight Sets to Jayhawks

Truck plows into walled entrance outside GCASA * September 11th Remembrance Day in NY Schools * Two Holley residents pinched for stealing candy

Pick-up crashes into GCASA, spares smokers * New councilman at-large at City Hall * Bishop Malone watched by higher authority

Every Wednesday during the month of September, the Pick-5 pool at Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel will be guaranteed at $2,500.

Marcus Melander has come a very long way in harness racing in a very short amount of time.

Late Session at GCC Begins Monday, Sept. 16 – Still Time to Register

Bergman and VanSkiver Named Genesee Athletes of the Week

New City Council Member named * Water shut off due to leak on Pearl Street * NYS Schools now required to observe a moment of silence on 9/11

Sep. 10 – 20, from 7 am – 4 pm Bank Street between Washington Avenue to North Street in the City of Batavia will be closed to all through traffic.

After a promising first year on the New York Sire Stake (NYSS) circuit, Tyler Buter claimed his first driving title as top reinsman for wins and earnings.

Tullow N was all business on Saturday night (Sept. 7) winning the $12,500 Open I Handicap pace at Batavia Downs

Oakfield man arrested for threatening deputies *Commotion at Six Flags over the weekend * Perry woman picked up for harassment in Batavia

The season for Batavia Muckdogs came to an end Friday night as they fell to the Lowell Spinner, 4-3 in extra innings.

Two top class Open races — one on the trot and one on the pace — were carded on Friday night (Sept. 6)

Post season ends for Batavia Muckdogs * Boy Scout leader from Elba jailed for Sex Abuse * Six Flags kicks off annual Harvest Festival

Muckdogs lose to Lowell Spinners 4 to 3 in extra innings

State Police have arrested 55 year old Ronald Rowcliffe of Elba following investigation several reports of sexual abuse.

Genesee Volleyball Sweeps Erie to Get First Win of Season

The final game to decide the championship teams will be Friday night

Youth Center opens in Batavia * Rochester man busted for allegedly selling heroin in Bergen * Muckdogs move onto game three in playoffs

Horseman please be advised that the draw for Sept. 11 has been pushed back one day from Sept. 6 to the 7th

Route 98 between 65 and 25 Walnut Street will be reduced to alternating one way traffic Monday thru Friday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Between Lewiston and Park Road will be reduced to one travel lane in each direction from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm to allow for paving of the roadway.

It was a banner night for the Batavia Muckdogs, on and “on” the field.

Batavia burglar jailed after turning himself in * Muckdogs win against Spinners and earn an award * Batavia woman arrested following a fight on Watson

DOT nixes plans for roundabout in Alabama * Cuomo signs new gun control measure * Muckdogs home playoff game tonight

The Fire Department will be flushing fire hydrants Sep 9th – 10th from approximately 9 AM to 3 PM on E. Main St., North Street and Naramore Dr.

Decision follows opposition of Alabama Town Board against expensive and intrusive roundabout construction

Genesee County Health Department offers FREE anti-rabies vaccination clinic at Pembroke Highway Department

Fall Season has Samuel Comroe, Rocky Horror Show and a Full Gallery

Troopers report a Leandra’s Law arrest in Batavia * Pennsylvania man dies in motorcycle crash in Alexander * Cuomo signs more gun reform legislation

Muckdogs playoff tix on sale today * Pennsylvania killed in Alexander crash * New York State Fair sets attendance record

When Labor Day started, the Batavia Muckdogs knew a win would get the team in the playoffs, but they needed help from Mahoning Valley.

The operator, Frank L. Eckart, 65 of Saegertown, PA lost control and was ejected from the motorcycle then died from his injuries on Sunday

Judge Road resident jailed for strangulation * Ross Street man accused of assault with a weapon * Brantley Gilbert Concert ends in four arrests

First-place Batavia Muckdogs fell to Auburn, 3-1 and West Virginia, who is tied with Batavia for first, lost to Mahoning Valley, 11-1.

Serious injury accident in Elba * Ross Street man jailed for assault with a weapon * Oakfield man jailed under Leandra’s Law

Nic Ready has been called the best Major League Baseball prospect on the Batavia Muckdogs roster this season.

CR Blazin Beauty moved up to the $11,000 Open II and left the field chasing her once again as she won by open lengths in track record time.

Four arrested in Pearl Street drug bust in Batavia * Batavia parolee busted for bringing drugs into jail * Cuomo sending help to Florida ahead of Hurricane

For youth ages 9 – 16 * located in former St. Anthony’s School

The United Way of Genesee County (UWGC) invites agencies and organizations who qualify as a 501c3 to submit their intent to apply for a UWGC’s 2020 Community Impact funding allocation (formerly known as Building Blocks).

The Batavia Muckdogs were involved in a second straight exciting extra innings game in just a 13-hour span, but came out on the losing end of a 5-4 contest Thursday.

NY Lawmakers allowed outside incomes * Inmate appears for assaulting an Officer * Batavia woman busted for buying booze in Bergen

Both fillies will be back at Batavia Downs on Saturday (Sept. 14) for the $1.8 million NYSS Night of Champions.

The Batavia Muckdogs season and first-place was down to three outs Wednesday at West Virginia as Batavia trailed 6-4 in the ninth.

Four year old boy drowns in a LeRoy swimming pool * Life sentence for convicted Murderer in Batavia * Perry mother arrested under Leandra’s Law

Hanes gets 25 to life in death of Ray Morgan * 4 yr. old drowns in LeRoy swimming pool * Batavia woman jailed in suspected stabbing

Four year old boy dies from apparent accidental drowning

Hawley is joining fellow legislators in co-sponsoring a bill that will protect New York state drivers from Cuomo’s proposed $25 mandated fee

Batavia woman jailed for assault with a knife * Development in legal case against Congressman Collins * Cuomo supports increase pay for inmates

Invites members of the public to share concerns and ideas

The Muckdogs (38-31) move 1.5 games ahead of West Virginia (36-22) and two games ahead of State College (36-33) in the race for the first place and the playoffs in the New York-Penn League Pinckney Division.

Man suffers serious burns following a Batavia fire * Lockport woman killed in Darien crash * Slipknot concert leads to eleven arrests

Train strikes pick-up in Corfu * Lockport woman killed in Darien Crash * Ginsberg in Buffalo

Women’s Soccer Starts Season with Back-to-Back Shutouts

Men’s Soccer Starts Season 2-0

Barros de Souza and Ashworth Named Genesee Athletes of the Week

City of Batavia Fire Department will be flushing / testing fire hydrants in the general area of North of Main Street and West of Bank Street.

The operator of the 2017 Buick, Shirley Bane, 68 of Lockport, NY was pronounced at the scene by the Genesee County Coroner

Batavia dropped a game to the Williamsport Crosscutters, to start a three-game home stand but retained the half-game lead of first place as West Virginia lost on Sunday as well.

Mr. Amico had a career as a builder, but he was also heavily involved in harness racing in western New York for over 55 years.

Deadly two car crash in Darien * Medina man arrested following train crash in Corfu * Tonawanda man jailed for two year old stabbing in the City

Quincy Blue Chip (Chapter Seven-Sirenuse) had a big night at Batavia Downs on Friday night (Aug. 23).

The pressure was on the Batavia Muckdogs to win and keep slim first place lead in the New York-Penn League Pinckney Division.

New Red Flag gun law now in effect * Troopers bust Rochester resident for bail jumping in Alabama * BCSD Foundation Engraved Brick deadline

The Batavia Downs is hosting a Hambletonian finalist and Dan Patch Award winner all in the same night, Saturday (Aug. 24)

Overdose Awareness Day activities are from 4 to 7:30 p.m. next Wednesday Aug. 28 at Austin Park on Jefferson Avenue in Batavia.

The “Dog Days of Summer” at Batavia Downs doesn’t only refer to the weather. It also means it’s time for the annual Genesee Feeds Wiener Dog races.

For the better part of eight innings Thursday night, the Batavia Muckdogs were in danger dropping out of first place.

Former SUNY Geneseo student accused of Sexual Abuse * Warsaw woman faces felony grand larceny * Last call to apply for council at-large seat

Tire slasher suspect in jail * Union St. closed until Sept 13 * Muckdogs home for six game series

Union St. from West Main to Richmond and from Richmond to Oak St. will remain closed until Sept 13

Eugene Jankowski Visits GCC on September 16, 2019

Friday (Aug. 23) beginning at 6 p.m., the track will feature a $35,000 guaranteed pool on the early Pick-5 wager that runs from race one to race five.

A short but select group of entrants will compete in one race for the winner’s share of the $118,800 up for grabs

Walking and Biking Enthusiasts Invited to Community Discussion

Seven players were in the New York-Penn League All-Star game Wednesday night and tonight Batavia plays at Dwyer Stadium at 7:05 p.m.

The History Club at Genesee Community College has released an exciting line-up for the Fall 2019 Historical Horizons Lecture Series.

Little Joke took it upon herself to win the $12,500 fillies and mares Open I Handicap pace at Batavia Downs on Wednesday afternoon (Aug. 21)

Former BHS Basketball star receives prison sentence * Batavia man arrested for possessing razor blade behind bars * Hutchins Street man jailed for slashing tires

Ayala was sentenced to 5 years in prison to be followed by 5 years post release supervision.

Fire hydrants will be flushed on Aug 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on E. Main St., State Street, Oak St., Washington Avenue and Richmond Avenue.

Residents who want to dispose of materials at the Saturday, September 14 collection in Batavia must have an appointment in order to attend

Rochester man faces indictment for Ross Street murder * Warsaw man charged with manslaughter * Woman arrested for hit and run in Wyoming County

Erie County man killed in Pembroke motorcycle crash * Boyfriend charged with burning girlfriend’s she-shed * Genesee County announced bridge closings

Deputies say Beach became upset with live-in girlfriend, damaged her vehicle and set fire to her she-shed

Wednesday afternoon (Aug. 21) at 5 p.m., the track will feature a $10,000 guaranteed pool on the early Pick-5 wager that runs from race one to race five.

Assemblyman Hawley will tour several farms across the counties of Genesee, Orleans & Monroe in the towns of Elba, Churchville, Kendall and Kent this Thursday, August 22nd.

Monroe County resident arrested on several felony charges including Leandra’s Law after a traffic stop involving a three year old.

Late Blight was detected in Genesee County on August 16.

Genesee Soccer Teams Both in Top 10 of NJCAA Preseason Polls

The Muckdogs used a balk and a 3-run home run to hold off Mahoning Valley, 8-6 on Monday night.

Fatal motorcycle accident in Pembroke under investigation * Serrano sentenced to maximum * Crash in Byron ends in arrest for Bergen man

Contract awarded for Vets Cemetery in Pembroke * Ortt wants Collin’s seat in Congress * Gas prices continue to slide in WNY

Irving, NY woman gets two consecutive 2 to 7 year terms for last summer’s hit and run fatality in Pembroke

Flushing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

Black Is Back took full advantage of post one in Saturday night’s Open Handicap pace at Batavia Downs, going gate to wire in impressive fashion

Ortt in Batavia announcing run for Congress * Troopers locate vehicle in Sheldon hit and run * Construction starting on Veterans Cemetery in Pembroke

The 2019 season for the first-place Batavia Muckdogs has been a special one at Dwyer Stadium. Now, add the all-star game to the memories.

The Batavia Muckdogs lead in the New York-Penn Pickney Division is down to a half game after a 9-3 loss to West Virginia on Friday night.

Effective immediately the is a water shut down on Walnut Street from the City line to Law Street for a repair to a broken water main.

A very game Wheels A Turning overcame the weather, a slow start and a breaking horse to score a decisive victory

New forensic evidence in Wyoming County hit and run * Corfu man with protection order busted trying to buy a gun * Seven Muckdogs make all-stars

A dark colored vehicle swerved into the lawn striking both girls and killing the Australian Shepard

34 year old John R. Chasey of Dansville was pronounced deceased at the scene

71 year old David Farr is charged with Possessing a Sexual Performance by a Child

Friday night (Aug. 16) at Batavia Downs is noteworthy for two reasons

Warsaw man sentenced to prison for violent child porn * Rochester man busted for domestic on 490 in Bergen * Darien man jailed for child porn

The Downs will be hosting a panel discussion and Q & A session with players from 1969 World Champion New York Mets.

GCASA is in the process of purchasing the former Bohn’s Restaurant on Clinton Street Road to convert it to a gathering place for those in recovery

Tonight is First Responders Night as all first responders get two free tickets

Indictment issued for attack on Ellicott Street with a hammer * Three arrested at Beck Concert * Ellicott Street man behind bars for domestic incident

A Cheektowaga man was arrested for allegedly punching another patron and breaking their glasses

New Nursing Scholarship Fund and Excellence Award Established

Impaired Driving Crackdown runs August 14th – September 2nd

Standoff in LeRoy ends in arrest for a parolee * Council disappointed with Ellicott Station progress * County lawmen taking part in Labor Day Crackdown

Pups in the Park Tuesday; First Responders Night coming Thursday

LeRoy Parolee jailed for beating a woman * Irondequoit man arrested for drugs in Stafford * Family members arrested at Bryan Adams Concert

Fire crews have temporarily shut down Main between Cary Avenue and Bennett Avenue through Oakfield.

Telephone Road between Sandpit Road and Route 98 will be closed from August 13th through August 27th.

The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident in the Town of Darien involving a cow intentionally being shot and killed.

Parolee in the Village of LeRoy arrested for a violent domestic/assault

This year’s figures represent the highest number of NYSPHSAA member schools recognized for their academic achievements.

Joey Pro scored another win, but this time in the top-class $12,500 Open Handicap trotting feature at the oldest lighted harness track in North America.

Batavia’s pitching staff and clutch hitting led the Muckdogs to a 5-0 shutout of Mahoning Valley Sunday

Nate McMurray announces another run for Congress * Rochester resident arrested on Bank Street * City Police alert to dangers of BB and Airsoft guns

Trash spills in Stafford * Confirmed cases of measles in Wyoming County * City GOP looks for city council candidate

There was minor injury reported with tons of trash strewn all over the roadway

GCC invites visual artists to submit their work for possible exhibition at GCC’s Rosalie “Roz” Steiner Art Gallery

Assemblyman Steve Hawley is to hold a series of town hall meetings throughout Monroe County on Saturday, August 24th.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing a $5,900,000 loan and a $3,058,000 grant to the town of Bergen in Genesee County.

The race for the Pinckney Division lead in the New York-Penn League is getting hot as August as the Batavia Muckdogs lost and West Virginia picked up at least one win on Thursday.

Lengthy prison sentence for child porn producer in Dansville * Byron traffic stop leads to drug arrest for an Attica man * Solar farm plan struck down

The City of Batavia Republican Committee is seeking City Republicans who are interested in being considered for the Committee’s recommendation for Council At-Large.

The New York Sire Stakes 2-year-old colt and gelding trotters invaded the Downs on Wednesday and they did some damage to the record book

The Batavia Muckdogs ended a three-game losing streak with a doubleheader sweep of the Williamsport Crosscutters by identical scores of 6-3 on Wednesday night.

Mexican man busted in Warsaw faces life in prison * Hochul unveils new GLOW career program * GCASA Social Center location gains approval

Lt. Gov. Hochul backs “GLOW With Your Hands” * Town of Batavia backs GCASA Social Center * NY health insurances companies must cover mamograms

Elba onion growers received an Excellence in Integrated Pest Management Award from the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program

Contribution Is Highest Amount Given To Niagara County In 20 Years

Prosecutors drop three charges against Collins * Holley man sentenced for felony gun possession * UMMC League celebrates 50th anniversary

The annual event will be held Tuesday, August 6, at the St. Anthony’s facility on Liberty Street between 6 – 8 p.m.

The Batavia Muckdogs ran into the hottest team in the New York-Penn League on Monday, falling to the Williamsport Crosscutters, 9-3.

Deputies chase alleged drug dealer in Bergen traffic stop * Just one arrest reported at Breaking Benjamin * Batavia has a new Assistant City Manager

Rachel Tabelski to be appointed Assistant City Manager, will require husband Adam to resign from City Council

Byron-Bergen High School named 2019 Best High School by U.S. News & World Report

The two suspects have been contacted and rectified the situation.

Despite the loss, the Muckdogs (29-20) still have a four game lead in the New York Penn-League Pinckney Division

Hutchins St. landlord accused of choking tenant * Darien woman arrested over twice the legal limit * Sen. Schumer calls for vote on a gun control bill

It will be a homecoming of sorts for Akron, New York native Chris Oakes when he brings two powerful members of his now Wilkes-Barre, PA based stable to Batavia Downs on Sunday

The five-game win streak for the first place Batavia Muckdogs is intact thanks to another clutch performance from Nic Ready.

The event will be held next Tuesday August 6, 2019 from 5:30pm to 8pm at Bullard Park, Albion

Oakfield man arrested for Endangerment after overdose * Man arrested for taping child at Kingdom Bound * 17 arrested at the Dierks Bentley

Agency also accepts application from Wendt Propane

Second straight year Batavia is represented in the Hall

The Muckdogs defeated the Tri City ValleyCats, 4-1 to sweep all three games of the series on the road.

Men’s Soccer Releases 2019 Schedule

Invites members of the public to share concerns and ideas

The grant was awarded through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Head Start Projects Program

Man arrested for taping a child at Kingdom Bound * City man arrested for impersonating police * Beach at Darien Lakes State Park shut down for E. coli

Women’s Soccer Releases 2019 Slate

It was a total team effort in the top tier races at Batavia Downs on Wednesday (July 31)

It is the third straight win for the first place Muckdogs who are 27-18.

APD hope to ID armed suspects after releasing video * Huffing in Batavia lands a Warsaw man in lock-up * Cuomo’s campaign on firearm restriction

Albion PD is continuing to investigate the attempted robbery that occurred at the Crosby’s North convenience store

Representatives from Batavia Downs have announced that Michele Ladd, the Founder of National Veteran Resources, will be bringing their 32ft wrapped RV to the Tanya Tucker Concert this Friday, August 2nd at Batavia Downs.

Tuesday night, the Muckdogs won not only a close game, but a game that was stopped because of rain after six innings.

Jury finds Richard Hanes guilty of murder * Dansville community mourns the loss of four teens * Two new gun laws signed by Cuomo

Jury finds Hanes guilty of Second Degree Murder in beating death last summer of Ray Morgan.

The first week of live racing at Batavia Downs produced some very impressive numbers for betting and attendance, showing a dramatic spike over last year.

These items were recovered during the investigation of a rash of larcenies from vehicles,

Liberty Street murder case nears end * Attempted armed robbery in Albion * Former Darien town judge running for Congress

Two suspects entered the store and displayed a handgun and demanded money from store employees.

Testimony ends in Richard Hanes murder trial * Cuomo reduces penalty for pot possession * Skydiving accident claims life of Bergen man

A craftily rated second quarter provided success at the end of the mile for Black Is Back who went gate to wire in the $12,500 Open Handicap pace

Batavia at 25-18 holds a two-game lead over 22-19 West Virginia in the Pinckney Division

Fatal skydiving accident in Perry * Defense witnesses to testify in Liberty Street murder trial * Police seeking assistance in rollover on Liberty Street

The Batavia Muckdogs dropped a tough home game to Williamsport, 5-3 Friday night.

Sheriff William A. Sheron, Jr. is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Genesee County Sheriff’s Office Teen Academy Graduating Class

Alleged sex abuse of minors at Darien Lake * 2nd Annual Genesee County Sheriff’s Office Teen Academy * Muckdogs fall to Crosscutters

Batavia Downs Staff Member part of Winning Conference Competition Team

The LeRoy Women of the Moose are providing 8 scholarships.

Effective, July 29, 2019, there will be a single lane closure on Creek Road

Batavia is now in first place at 24-16 and West Virginia is 21-17, taking 2-of-3 from the Muckdogs.

The bricks will be located in front of the weight room and will be a “River Red” color.

Buffalo man jailed for sex abuse at Six Flags * Testimony continues in Liberty Street murder trial * Engraved bricks offered at VanDetta Stadium

Testimony continues in murder trial of Richard Hanes * inmate dies in Wyoming County custody * Bills begin training camp

Bricks to be located in front of weight room at new stadium

Two home runs were not enough on Wednesday for Batavia as they fell to the West Virginia Black Bears, 8-2.

Wyoming County Sheriff reports the death of an inmate * Details in Liberty Street murder trial emerge * Octogenarian arrested for slugging roommate

Jury is selected to hear the murder case against Richard Hanes * Ellicott St man busted for growing “potted: plants on his roof * Justice for Children Advocacy Center to hold Open House

The Muckdogs (24-14) are back in a battle with Lowell (23-12) for the best overall record in the league.

Homecoming ceremony honors a local War Hero * Greece resident busted with multiple drugs in a Byron traffic stop * Cuomo signs revenge porn law

Batavia Downs will celebrate their opening night of the 2019 live racing season on Wednesday (July 24)

Batavia (23-14) is in first place in the New York-Penn League Pinckney Division.

Thirty Three arrested at Whiz Khalifa Concert * David Bellavia will be honored in Batavia today * New York becomes first state to ban cat declawing

The 73rd season of live harness racing at Batavia Downs gets underway on Wednesday (July 24), runs through Saturday (Dec. 14)

The Muckdogs ended a 3-game win streak with a 5-4 loss to Mahoning Valley on Sunday.

LeRoy resident arrested after attempting to fight with a Deputy * Guests left stranded on Darien Lake ferris wheel * Muckdogs split series with Mahoning Valley

City of Batavia to recognize Medal of Honor Recipient David Bellavia

Two injured, both taken to ECMC * Route 5 closed for several hours, now open

Muckdogs shortstop Dalvy Rosario goes deep in the hole to throw out a runner by half a step on Thursday. Rosario went 3-for-5 with a RBI double.

TENTS, MISTING STATIONS, 2 FOR 1 WATER AMONG MEASURES TAKEN Press Release: BATAVIA – In anticipation of the high temperatures forecasted for Western New York, Batavia Downs Gaming has announced […]

Programs are popping up and dropping off locally to beat the heat as an Excessive Heat Warning goes into effect this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat […]

Youth program cancellations are occurring due to the high heat index in Western New York. The Ricky Palermo annual soccer clinic scheduled for tomorrow is canceled due to the dangerous […]

Batavia (19-12) hosts the Auburn Doubledays at 7:05 p.m. tonight at Dwyer Stadium.

Registration for the annual “Dachshund Dash” wiener dog races begins today and will remain open until entry capacity is met.

All residents are welcome to attend to discuss local issues and to express any questions or concerns they might have.

Cuomo signs Farm Laborers Fair Practices Act * Pair in Stafford busted for pot growing operation * Six injured in a two car crash in Darien

Collins kick starts possible re-election campaign * NWS issues an Excessive Heat Watch for Orleans and Livingston Counties * NYS elevates legal age to buy smokes

Campaign fund infusion hints at another run for Congressman Collins * Rochester man ID’d after being found near Point Breeze * ICE raids in Orleans County

Proceeds benefit the Arc of Genesee Orleans

Body discovered last weekend in Lake Ontario has been identified * Collins proposes “Red Light” Law, will penalize states that grant licenses to illegals * Batavia Speedway robber gets 2 to 4 years

Electrical problem is blamed * damage held to a ninimum

The Batavia Muckdogs won, 3-1 in Vermont Sunday to remain in first place in the New York Penn-League Pinckney Division.

Body discovered in Lake Ontario off the shore of Point Breeze * Gas prices hold steady * Day 3 of the Genesee County Fair

BATAVIA – After taking the first two games of the series against the Boston Red Sox from club Lowell Spinners, the Batavia Muckdogs were in position to take over the […]

Arby’s robber gets 10 years in prison * Jennifer Urvizu-Hanlon sentenced to two years in connection with 2018 incident on Central Avenue * Crossroads House unable to take any more donations for Garage Sale

Batavia Arby’s robber gets 10 years in state prison * Crossroads House, “No more Garage Sale donations, please” * Muckdogs battle for first place in NYP League

Michael Piasta sentenced to 10 years in state prison and 10 more years on supervised release

Reward offered for information into death of kitten * Construction of mall roof to begin in September * Warning to Wegman’s shoppers: beware of fake coupon

First-place Batavia Muckdogs take second straight from top team in the New York-Penn League

Mall roof construction to begin in September * Police investigate vandalism at mall * Woman remains hospitalized from Hutchins St. fire

Police release photos of persons they want to talk to

31 year old Edward R. Bancroft has been located and is in police custody.

Reynolds returns to Batavia with two home runs in Muckdogs win over Lowell, 8-6

Ross Street resident behind bars for threats with a phony pistol * Larceny in Batavia lands a Bergen man in lock-up for drugs * Peaceful rally planned in Batavia

Cuomo signs law giving equal pay to women soccer players in NY * Campaign to draft Bellavia for Congress * Muckdogs drop one to State College

Shared lane markings are high-visibility pavement markings that help position bicyclists within the travel lane.

Batavia returns home from road trip in first place; late HR lifts State College to win

Troopers search for suspect possibly in Wyoming County * Push for Bellavia to run for congress * Upgrades continue at the Genesee County Airport

Kitten thrown from cars, dies * County Airport cashes in for Federal funds * Muckdogs continue to win

The 8-week old female tiger cat had to be euthanized

Milton Smith II went 5-for-6 to up his average to .423 on the season.

GCEDC to consider incentives for million dollar expansion in Batavia * East Main Street man busted for drug dealing * Deputies looking into abuse of kitten

Saile Dr. warehouse to expand, with $156,000 in tax breaks * Deputies seek information about kitten thrown from car * Muckdogs still on top of division

Kitten suffered “severe injuries” when thrown from the window of car on Route 98 near Saile Dr.

Ari the parrot left home on Dodgeson Rd. this morning

Project would expand warehouse leased by SCP Pools and retain 15 jobs

Genesee Women’s Lacrosse Signs Lauren Diegert to Letter Of Intent

Jack Strunc had another strong game for the Muckdogs on defense and with a hit and a run on offense.

Warsaw man killed in Pavilion crash * North Street resident jailed without bail for alleged assault * Batavia man in lock-up after drunk driving accident

Hitting, pitching lead first-place Batavia Muckdogs to 4-1 win

Batavia man locked-up for burglary after being banned from Walmart * LeRoy PD arrest parolee for string of larcenies * Bank street woman busted for “shooting up”

Annual STOP-DWI Night at the Ballpark on Wednesday, July 17th at Dwyer Stadium. The first 200 youth under 16 can get in free to the event.

Horseman should be advised this is the last call to turn in a stall application for the upcoming 2019 Championship summer/fall meet.

Suspected vehicle thief in LeRoy is behind bars * House fire on Hutchins Street lands two in the hospital * Batavia man lands in lock-up for Walmart burglary

Fire injures one and burns two families from their homes on Hutchins St. * Special Stop DWI enforcement for July 4th Holiday * Muckdogs draw largest crowd of the season

Woman found guilty of manslaughter in hit and run death in Darien * Bellavia to toss first pitch in Mets / Yankees game * Muckdogs in first place

27 programs/agencies share in donations

Woman found guilty of manslaughter in fatal Darien hit and run * defense fails in attempt to disqualify DA Friedman * Bellavia to toss first pitch as Mets take on Yankees

Invites members of the public to share concerns and ideas

Vehicle thefts continue in LeRoy * Funds flow in for renovations at ARC facility * Troopers announce statewide crack down for July 4th holiday

Gasoline prices tick up in Batavia * LeRoy Police warn residents to lock their cars * Tracy Ave in Batavia to close on Tuesday

Tracy Ave. between North and Hart Streets to close Tuesday (July 2) from 7am to 3pm

Thefts have now apparently evolved into actual thefts of the vehicle when the keys are left inside

35 year old Joseph Ruise of North Clinton Street Rochester was arrested on multiple counts of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

City Police bust two for drug dealing in Batavia *  Holley woman arrested in Batavia for repeatedly providing false ID * Rochester man arrested for roughing up middle schooler in Batavia

Fatal two car accident in Alabama * Assault in Pembroke leads to arrest for an Alabama resident * Family of five displaced after a house fire in Perry

House fire reported at 6616 Junction Rd just before 1 a.m. this morning.

Genesee County Sheriff William A. Sheron, Jr. and his staff were honored for having achieved reaccreditation of the Sheriff’s Civil Office and the County 9-1-1 Emergency Services Dispatch Center from the New York State Sheriffs’ Association

Genesee County Sheriff’s Office K-9, Frankie, and Deputy Christopher Erion Graduate from Niagara Regional Police Service K-9 Academy

New top dog in Genesee County Law Enforcement * Water interruption on Vine Street in Batavia * Medina man arrested for striking a woman in the face in Batavia

David Bellavia inducted into the hall of heroes * Disturbance on the Rez leads to arrest * LeRoy women’s death under investigation after crash in Pavilion

Final day of ceremonies for David Bellavia * Investigating cause of deadly crash in Pavilion * Results of City Court primary

LeRoy woman’s death under Investigation after crash in Pavilion * Local primary results are in * Bellavia adorned with Medal of Honor

Durin Rogers won all three primaries for Batavia City Court Judge. * Rogers wins Republican, Conservative and Independence party primaries * Benjamin Bonarigo will be on the Democratic Party line

Bellavia honored as family, friends and fellow vets attend White House ceremony

Primary Elections today * Batavia’s David Bellavia is being honored in Washington, DC today * Proposal for SRO in Batavia to be considered by Council

Washington prepares to award Medal of Honor to Batavia resident * Schumer warns of bad e-cigs * Welcome home Giovanni

“Cytocybernetics is paving the way for researchers to study the reaction our major organs have with pharmaceutical drugs,” – Collins.

His owner said Giovanni had been found wondering around inside the Jackson Elementary School.

Child saved from drowning in Bethany * Two rescued out of an overturned canoe in the Tonawanda Creek * Charges pending in a one car rollover

Marijuana Decriminalization in NYS * Guilty plea from man accused of menacing police with a BB gun * Warsaw man busted for huffing in Batavia

“Despite the calls to be one unified state and the promise that Upstate would not be overlooked, this session had a disproportionately negative affect on Upstate’s economy and way of life.” – Ranzenhofer

Collins announced that the Letchworth Gateway Villages and the Rural Outreach Center will receive technical assistance provided by the USDA’s initiative called Rural Economic Development Innovation.

Dansville man sentenced for dealing meth * Darien Center man pleads guilty to child porn charge * Incident with screwdriver in Stafford ends in arrest

Notre Dame adds two teachers and two staff

Genesee County clerk cites trouble with Green Light Bill * Darien Center man pleads to child porn charge * Muckdogs even on the new season

Genesee County Clerk Michael Cianfrini has serious concerns in regards to the recent passage of the “Green Light Bill” in New York

The OCSDA feels that it is unfortunately compelled to clear up some of the disheartening false accusations that are being spread about its members.

Interim superintendent announced for BCS * Stafford Burglary leads to arrest for Rochester resident * Illegal firearm lands Walnut Street man in lock up

Genesee Athletes Collect Spring Recognition

Leading WNY harness racing driver Drew Monti is heading to Massachusetts to become a regular in the driving colony at Plainridge Park.

Threats at Medina School land Batavia man in lock-up * Grief counseling for Albion Students following the death of a classmate * Batavia Police seek assistance in identifying suspected burglars

The Batavia Police Department is investigating a burglary at a local business and is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the following individuals. Please contact Detective Matthew Wojtaszczyk at […]

Gaming Commission Investigators Fully Satisfied with How Program is Executed

One of the passengers was pronounced at the scene, Brennan M. Moody, 17 of Kent, NY.

“World War II veterans, ‘The Greatest Generation’ are an elite and special group and it is important to frequently recognize and cherish their role in defending America’s freedom,” Hawley

The LeRoy Police Department wishes to remind all citizens to lock their vehicles when not in use, especially during the overnight hours.

The New York State Senate passed the “Green Light Bill.” State Senator Michael H. Ranzenhofer (R-C-I, Amherst) voted against it.

The Police Department wishes to welcome Officer Miah Stevens and Officer Peter Post, Jr. to the Department.

Accused Buffalo Burglar in Batavia jailed without bail * Local Drug Task Force takes down an accused drug dealer * “Green Light Bill” signed by Cuomo

Gasoline prices drop in Batavia * State Senate to take up driver’s licenses for illegals * Elm St. man facing felony drug charges

Muckdogs play their first doubleheader of the young season this Wednesday.

“Statements from Judicial Campaign Regarding Political Issues are Inappropriate” Erica O’Donnell – Chair, City of Batavia Democratic Committee

Sheriff’s Employees urge support for Rogers’ effort to be elected Batavia’s next Full-Time City Court Judge

After weather delays last week, the paving work along Naramore Drive will continue on Monday, June 17, 2019 from 7 AM until 5 PM.

Indictment on rape and kidnapping counts against a Batavia Man * Cheektowaga man arrested for hitting a women in Darien * Albion woman busted for DWAI in Elba

Illegal immigrant in Warsaw takes plea deal on drug and immigration charges * Police identify suspicious man who approached young girls in LeRoy * Collins Recognizes Batavia Man as His ‘Veteran of the Month’

Muckdogs Home Opener tonight * Local Boys Scouts Council gets a new home * NYS ends religious exemptions for vaccines

LOCAL HEALTH OFFICIALS APPLAUD GOVERNOR, ASSEMBLY AND SENATE PASSAGE OF CRITICAL PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY STRENGTHENING IMMUNIZATION RATES IN SCHOOLS BY REPEALING NON-MEDICAL EXEMPTIONS FROM VACCINATIONS

Religious exemption for vaccines abolished in NY * Judge provides little leniency for a convicted burglar * Fight at Thruway toll in Batavia ends in arrest for two

State Senate considers ending religious exemption for vaccines * Hawley critical of Green Light Bill * State lawmakers move toward ending the “Pink Tax”

New jobs in Batavia with a company’s Million Dollar investment * Orleans County man facing drug and sex abuse charges * Hawley blasts Green Light Bill

Tompkins Metal Finishing invests, adds shift * fracas on wheels in nursing home * county jail inmates duke it out, get in trouble again

Industrial Plating Company Installing State-of-the Art Wastewater Treatment and Recycling System; Adds New Shift Creating up to 10 New Jobs

Batavia’s highly decorated vet shares is war story * Holland Ave woman busted for trying to withdraw from someone’s bank account * Bank Street resident charged in wheelchair incident

David Bellavia addresses media on Medal of Honor * Batavia approves Pride Month Parade * New poll finds NY’ers cool to Cuomo 4th term

Un-edited audio from Bellavia’s News Conference on Tuesday

Local Veteran David Bellavia shares his war story that earned him a Medal of Honor

Ground Force Fights & Batavia Downs Gaming Formally Invite Justin Beiber and Tom Cruise to Settle Their Differences at Throwdown at the Downs 2.0

City Council supports Pride Parade with little objection * Drug Task Force busts a Rochester resident for crack cocaine sales * Batavia woman arrested for shoplifting with kids

Then-Staff Sergeant David G. Bellavia will receive the Medal of Honor for his actions on November 10, 2004, while serving as a squad leader in support of Operation Phantom Fury in Fallujah, Iraq.

Resurfacing Clinton Park, Fordham Drive, Eugene Street and Holmes Avenue – Postponed until Wednesday June 12th. Naramore Drive paving on TUESDAY, JUNE 11 from 7 AM to 5 PM

Batavia City Council President, retired Batavia Police Lieutenant, and competitive shooter Eugene Jankowski Jr. recently announced his strong endorsement of Judge Durin Rogers for City Court Judge.

Suspicious man on LeRoy school grounds under investigation * Batavia man arrested for forcibly touching a co-worker * Threats to lawmen ends in arrest in Batavia

David Bellavia to receive our nation’s highest honor * Inmate held without bail for clogging a toilet * Fill The Boot campaign stomps past fundraising goal

Tips released on how to keep you, your family and yours pets safe from rabies

Farmers Market opened today in Batavia * Water level along Lake Ontario shoreline may have peaked * State Senate approves limo laws

Market is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 am to 4 pm and on Fridays some venders will be sticking around until 5 pm

City offers its condolences to victims, thanks those who responded, and commits to decisive action

City responds to recent rash of criminal activity * Stafford home left uninhabitable after fire * IJC says record-high water levels may have peaked on Lake Ontario

Fire in Stafford leaves home uninhabitable * Deadly training accident at West Point * Sabres introduce new coach

“Disaster Preparedness” will be the subject of the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Workshop on June 13.

Hawley proudly celebrated Dairy Day in Albany, along with colleagues from both sides of the aisle, activists, advocates and farmers from around the state.

“This is a dangerous proposal that diminishes the responsibility and efforts of those here legally to play by the rules, obey our laws and obtain a driver’s license.” – Hawley

Suspect pulls apparent handgun on Police as heroic citizen steps-in * Holley man accused of dealing fatal drug doses to a Clarendon man * Batavia woman charged with endangerment

Citizen helps police arrest armed suspect * Cat declaw bill goes to the Gov * Genesee Cancer Assistance to hold 25 Golf & Bocce Tournament

News Release On June 28 Genesee Cancer Assistance will be hosting its 25th Annual Golf & Bocce Tournament at Batavia Country Club (7909 Batavia Byron Road). Golf registration ($100.00/player) begins […]

Good Samaritan helps to disarm suspect during a traffic stop on Cedar Street

Potential child abduction from a Batavia Church * Ellicott Street man jailed for repeated family offences * City residents arrested for fighting and public lewdness

Arrest made in Batavia church baby snatching * NYS could become first to ban cat declawing * Cuomo doubts passing legal pot bill this year

Clinton Park, Fordham Drive, Eugene Street and Holmes Avenue June 11; June 12 Naramore Drive

The Batavia Police Department investigated the potential abduction of a child during church services.

Genesee’s Anderson Heading to Rutgers

“We had a productive meeting today in Albany in order find a solution to the uncontrollable flooding of Lake Ontario,” Hawley

Genesee County Department of Social Services’ Commissioner David Rumsey and Former Commissioner Eileen Kirkpatrick endorse Judge Rogers

Two car crash in Batavia lands two in the hospital * Ellicott Street man assaulted at his home * Pair found with stolen items, drugs and a weapon in Pavilion

Ellicott St. man hospitalized following assault * Arraignment postponed for Ross St. murder suspect * Town of Alabama bridge on Ham Road closed for two months

Registration available at BCSD Office at Batavia High School or on-line.

Ham Road, between Knowlesville Road and Gorton Road will be closed for a bridge replacement

Alecia Hinkson Signs LOI with Genesee Volleyball and Softball

Deputies bust a young pair of alleged thieves found sleeping with stolen items in Pavilion.

The Batavia Police Department is investigating the assault of Mark E. Collier.

Ross Street murder suspect slated for court today * Choking and child endangerment ends in arrest for a Batavia man * Burglary in Batavia leads to lock up for an Oak Street man

Ross St. man stabbed to death helping woman being attacked * Suspect in custody, charged with 2nd Degree Murder

Report of stabbing on Ross Street with suspect in custody * Batavia man busted for fentanyl sale in the City * Hawley requests shoreline funding

Three persons died, one 4 year old remains in critical condition * SUV carrying nine passengers was struck by a pick-up truck * driver of the pick-up charged with Vehicular Homicide

The Congressman says the H-2A program presents a “crisis” to local farmers

“The lake levels are a foot and a half higher than they were last year at this time…” – Hawley

Batavia Man pleads guilty to gun charge in federal court * Hawley requests shoreline funding from Cuomo * New dean appointment announced at GCC

June 3, 2019 thru JUNE 28, 2019

U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class James Cullen graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

Plea deal for former star athlete in Batavia turned burglar * Liberty Street man arrested for destroying property * County Jail Research Committee recommends 200-bed facility

Former BHS basketball star pleads guilty to weapons charge * Building Public awareness of Bank St Crosswalk * Batavia Concert Band back for 94 summer concert series

Cuomo announces run for a fourth term as Governor * Troopers investigate a bus fire in Wyoming County * State Police net three arrests in shoplifting complaint

Cuomo says he will seek re-election * Home stretch for the State Legislature * Genesee County’s unemployment rate dips below 4%

GCC women’s soccer team and head coach Jeff Reyngoudt will be hosting their player and team development camps throughout the summer.

Triple fatal accident in Wyoming County remains under investigation. * Accident in Batavia leads to drug arrest for a Corfu resident * Lakeshore Flood Warning

Fatal crash in Wyoming County ends with three dead and one arrest * Six busted at Chris Young Concert * Troopers in Warsaw report holiday enforcement

Wanted Niagara County man may be in Batavia * Two drug arrests during NET detail traffic stop in Batavia * Youth Detective Rich Schauf Retires

Parades, Ceremonies and Observances listed for Monday, May 27

Crime Stoppers Buffalo is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to the arrest of Shane Hescox.

“Nevertheless, on this Memorial Day I want to extend a special salute to our fallen soldiers and all of our nation’s gold star families. As a nation, we must never forget their extraordinary service and patriotism.” – Hawley

Deadline approaches to register for upcoming primaries * Batavia Man receives probation and weekends for sex crimes against a child * Walnut Street resident busted for burglaries in Batavia

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 200 PM EDT for western New York.

Primary Election Registration Absentee Deadlines, and Jurisdictions of Local Primaries

Be prepared to seek shelter if thunderstorms approach.

Missing Indian Falls man found safe * Perry man accused of child sexual abuse * Batavia man jailed for Harassment and obstruction of breathing

Mark Dibble found alert and able to walk.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Chelsey M. Selapack & U.S. Air Force Airman Matthew J. Roach graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

There are 419 volunteers mostly donning black t-shirts working at 39 sites around the county

Search continues for a missing Indian Falls man * School budgets for the coming year have passed * Byron man busted for burglary