Monday News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on August 5, 2024
Multiple Projects Approve in GCEDC Meeting
On Friday, the Genesee County Economic Development Center board of directors approved final resolutions for Graham Corporation’s 17.6 million dollar expansion and GE Bergen Owner’s 43.6 million dollar project.
The two projects will bring in over 80 new blue-collar manufacturing jobs to Genesee County and 60+ million dollars to the local economy over the next decade. The board also approved initial resolutions on two solar projects in Le Roy. The solar projects owned by FFP NY Le Roy Project LLC would cost 20 million dollars and would generate up to 7 megawatts of power through ground-mounted solar panels.
GCEDC President and CEO Mark Masse said, “These projects strengthen the diversity and vitality of our manufacturing industry and generate more rewarding careers for our community.”
Puppy Rescued in Darien
Video News Service reports, that on Saturday around 9 pm a puppy was rescued by the Darien Fire Department from a drain.
The Darien Fire Department responded to a call at the Darien Lakes State Park parking area to a report that a puppy was stuck in a pipe. The fire department arrived as well as the State Park Police. After about 45 minutes they freed the puppy from the drain without injury.
It is a stark reminder to always pay attention to your small animals when out and about.
Mondays on Bank Street begin for August
GO ART announced that for the month of August, they will be introducing Mondays on Bank Street every Monday from 5 pm until 9 pm.
The event will take place in the parking lot behind Bank of America and looks to turn it into a community hub every Monday. There will be local musicians, artisans, vendors, and food trucks that will create a festival-like atmosphere.
This weekly event will give Genesee County residents another reason to go outside and have a good time this summer.
