Tuesday News Brief
Written by Pete Zehler on October 7, 2025
Downtown Batavia Trick or Treating Returns Oct. 18
The Batavia Business Improvement District is bringing back its popular Downtown Trick or Treating event on Saturday, October 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. The free, family-friendly Halloween celebration invites families, kids, and community members to dress up and explore downtown Batavia in a safe and festive way.
Participating businesses will open their doors to hand out candy, making downtown a lively Halloween destination for the afternoon. Maps will be available to help families find every stop along the way so no one misses out on the fun.
Costumes are encouraged for both kids and adults, adding to the Halloween spirit. The event isn’t just about candy , it’s about bringing the community together and supporting local businesses.
For more information and to access the event map, visit the Downtown Batavia BID Facebook page or bataviabid.com the week of the event.
Jerome Foundation Seeks Nominations for Health and Humanitarian Award
The Jerome Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 38th Health and Humanitarian Award of Genesee County. For more than four decades, the award has honored community members , including health care workers, builders, teachers, and volunteers , who have made a lasting impact on the physical, emotional, or spiritual well-being of the community.
Nomination forms are available at thejeromefoundation.org and must be submitted by October 13. The 2025 award winner will be recognized at a luncheon on December 5 at Terry Hills Restaurant.
GO Health Urges Rabies Prevention — Final 2025 Vaccination Clinics Announced
The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments are reminding residents to stay vigilant against rabies and to take advantage of upcoming free vaccination clinics.
“Rabies is a deadly disease, but it’s 100% preventable when proper precautions are taken,” said Public Health Director Paul Pettit. Residents are encouraged to keep pets vaccinated, follow leash laws, avoid wild or stray animals, and never keep wildlife as pets.
The final Genesee County clinic will be held Thursday, October 9, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Genesee County Fairgrounds. The Orleans County clinic is Saturday, October 25, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Orleans County Fairgrounds.
Vaccinations are free for dogs, cats, and ferrets at least three months old. Proof of prior vaccination is required for a three-year shot. For more information, visit GOHealthNY.org or call the Genesee County Health Department at 585-344-2580 ext. 5555.
Photographs by Timothy Dusen, Artist Reception at GCC
Genesee Community College is hosting an artist reception for photographer Timothy Dusen today at the Roz Steiner Art Gallery in Batavia. The reception runs 12:30 to 2 p.m. and again 5 to 7 p.m.
The exhibit showcases images from Dusen’s 49-year photography career, highlighting transportation, landscapes, lighthouses, and historic architecture. Dusen is a GCC alumnus and longtime member of the Batavia Photography Club.
The gallery exhibit will remain on display through November 4. For more information, call (585) 343-0055.
Volleyball
Monday night high school volleyball action in Genesee County saw Notre Dame sweep Byron-Bergen three-nothing, while York blanked Pavilion three-nothing. Over in league play, Le Roy extended their record to 14-1 overall and 5-0 in the league with a 25-17, 25-14, 25-21 victory over Cal-Mum, now 6-6 overall and 2-3 in league action. Standout performers for Le Roy included Evy Kanaley with 27 assists, Chloe Moran with 13 service points, five aces, four kills, and 13 digs, Kylie Wilson with 10 service points and eight digs, and Shea Williams contributing 20 kills and eight digs.
Soccer
In Monday night boys soccer action, Geneseo defeated Pavilion-York three-nothing, while Pembroke topped Wheatland-Chili three-one. Kendall blanked Byron-Bergen-Elba three-nothing, and Avon shut out Attica-Alexander three-zero.
