Holiday News
Written by Dan Fischer on September 1, 2024
With high numbers of people on the roads this Labor Day, police across New York State are working to keep everyone safe. Law enforcement is patrolling and on the lookout for drivers who are behind the wheel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It’s recommended that anyone who is planning to drink today or anytime use a designated driver or ride-share service. Dangerous activity can be reported by dialing 9-1-1.
The next Holland Land Office Museum Trivia Night focuses on the US Constitution; the public is welcome on Thursday, September 12th. There will be prizes and refreshments. Please contact the Museum ahead of time if you’d like to attend by calling 343-4727.
The Our Lady of Batavia Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a chicken bar-b-q on Sunday, September 15th from 10:00am until they’re sold out. The cost is $15 and includes a half chicken, macaroni salad, potatoes, dessert and a dinner roll. It’s take-out only and proceeds will benefit local charities. Presale tickets are preferred and may be obtained by calling 343-3810.
A golf tournament will be held at the LeRoy Country Club to benefit Crossroads House and the Emily Holt Scholarship. Mark Saturday, September 7th on your calendar and visit fpcbatavia.org for details.
GOArt at 201 East Main Street Batavia is the place to be on Friday evening, September 13th from 7 to 8:30. Bart Dentino will perform a selection of music, including some original compositions. The event is free and open to the public; however, tips are welcome and appreciated.
NBC News Features:
Governor Hochul is advising New Yorkers to protect themselves against mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile Virus. Prevention remains the most effective method of protection, and Hochul is urging people to wear long sleeves when outdoors for protection from bites, particularly at dusk or dawn when mosquitoes are most active, and use insect repellent with DEET. Twenty human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in the state and EEE has been confirmed across multiple counties in New York. Early symptoms of mosquito-borne illnesses start out like a cold or flu, but experts say if you start loosing your balance or have confusion you should seek medical care immediately.
New York state is taking big steps to combat the opioid and overdose crisis. Governor Hochul announced the distribution of over 20-million fentanyl and xylazine test strips statewide which can help prevent overdoses. These strips, which can detect fentanyl and xylazine, in addition to naloxone kits, and overdose response training sessions at places like the NY State Fair, are part of the state’s push to make addiction and overdose treatment more accessible to save more lives. Hochul also released federal data showing estimated overdose deaths in areas of New York outside New York City declined 9% in the 12-month period ending March 2024.
