WBTA News Brief
Written by WBTA STAFF on October 30, 2024
Eco Waste Solutions Held VIP Event to Usher in New Era in Batavia
Eco Waste Solutions on Cedar Street in Batavia held a VIP event at the company’s newly renovated manufacturing facility to usher in a new era.
Attendees at the event included members of the United States Military, the City of Batavia and Genesee County officials, and representatives from state and federal offices. Eco Wastes Solutions anticipates hiring 30 new employees in Batavia to help produce their Expeditionary Solid Waste Disposal Systems for the United States Army. The Expeditionary Solid Waste Disposal Systems eliminates the need for burn pits which were a long-standing source of toxic exposure overseas to our soldiers.
Jean Lucas, President & Chief Executive Officer, Eco Waste Solutions said, “Today marks an important milestone for our company. The opening of this facility significantly enhances our production, support, and engineering capabilities; an investment that reflects our commitment to building high-quality, innovative, and sustainable products,”
Genesee County Health Department Looking for Information on a Local Dog
The Genesee County Health Department released a statement on Tuesday stating that they are seeking information about the location of a dog and its owner following a dog bite incident over the weekend.
The incident occurred on Saturday at the Genesee County Park in East Bethany. The dog involved was running loose in the park and was described as a medium-sized, short-haired, black dog with a white spot under its chin and paw. The dog was thought to be a Labrador mix possibly and had a collar with a tag. The health department wants to locate the dog as soon as possible to confirm that it is healthy and could not have transmitted the rabies virus.
If you have any information about the location of the dog and its owner, please contact the Genesee County Health Department.
Alzheimer’s Association Offering Free Class to Educate Caregivers
The Alzheimer’s Association announced that they will be offering a free educational program on understanding the role of a caregiver for people living with dementia.
The program will cover how dementia changes relationships over time along with the benefits of person-centered care approaches, and how to create a supportive care team. The class will also go over how to manage the stress that comes along with being a caregiver. The class will be held at the Genesee Office for the Aging on November 13th, at 2 pm.
If you wish to attend the free class, please call the Office for the Aging ahead of time to reserve your spot.