Thursday News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on August 14, 2024
Batavia Fire Department Launches Hometown Hero Program
The City of Batavia announced on Tuesday that they are collaborating with the City of Batavia Fire Department to launch a Hometown Heroes Banner Program.
The banners will serve as a tribute to honor Batavia residents who are currently or have served in the Armed Forces. The banners will be displayed on Redfield Parkway and Richmond Avenue from Memorial Day until Labor Day starting in 2025.
The banners are currently available for purchase by contacting jbest@batavianewyork.com and any purchased banner will be displayed for 3 years.
Batavia City School District Announces New Director of Educational Technology
The Batavia City School District Board of Education announced that Wendy Villone had been appointed Director of Educational Technology following a recommendation from Superintendent Jason Smith.
Villone has over 20 years of experience previously serving as the Director of Technology and Data Protection Officer for the Caledonia-Mumford Central School district and was the Coordinator of Data Governance at EduTech RIC – Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES, providing training and guidance on cybersecurity and data protection to 47 school districts. Throughout her career, Villone has shown a strong commitment to integrating innovative technologies into education.
Villone said, “I look forward to collaborating with the talented staff, students, and families of BCSD to create innovative, technology-rich learning environments that prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century while maintaining the integrity and security of our digital infrastructure.”
$102,500 NYSS Jackpot Up for Grabs Tonight
Tonight at the Batavia Downs $102,500 will be up for grabs as the New York Sire Stakes comes to town.
The race will consist of five, two-year-old pacing fillies. The favorite to win is Cowgirl Hanover who is undefeated in five career starts, all in the NYSS. The main threat to Hanover appears to be The Last Martini who is coming off of a personal best time of one minute and fifty-four seconds at Saratoga Raceway her last time out.
Post time for the first race is 6 pm tonight and there are 5 races in total on the card.