Weekend News Brief

22-year-old Tyler Bull of Batavia has been arrested and charged with criminal contempt. It’s alleged that he violated an order of protection by calling the protected party 142 times. Bull was arrested at the Genesee County Jail where he is currently incarcerated. He is due to appear in Genesee County CAP Court today.

 

 

New Yorkers who repeatedly drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol will now permanently lose their driving privileges after four drug- or alcohol-related convictions or incidents, such as failure to submit to a chemical test. This change became effective Friday, January 3^rd, following the adoption of stricter regulations from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. Previously, drivers would face permanent license denial after five drug- or alcohol-related convictions or incidents.  For more information, visit dmv.ny.gov

 

 

The Great Batavia Train Sale is scheduled for Sunday, January 12^th from 9:30 am until 3:30pm at Genesee Community College Richard C. Call Arena. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 if you’re under 18 and admission is free for kids under the age of 13. Over 100 vendors will be offering all scales of model trains and historic railroad items. Modeling demonstrations, and a limited number of portable layouts, will be part of the fun. Parking is free; there will be a snack bar and plenty of seating. For more information, please visit: gsme.org

 

 

 

The state Attorney General’s Office is recusing itself from the case involving the death of Marcy Correctional Facility inmate Robert Brooks. AG Letitia James said the decision was made because her office is representing some of the corrections officers who allegedly had a role in Brooks’ death in civil lawsuits. Brooks was attacked at the prison December 9th and died the next day.   The assault was caught on camera and Onondaga County DA William Fitzpatrick will now be the special prosecutor.

 

 

A former Erie 1 BOCES teacher was sentenced after over a thousand images and hundred of videos of child pornography were found in his possession, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Thursday. Officials said 41-year-old Anthony Giambrone was convicted of possession of child pornography involving prepubescent minors after pleading guilty in May. He possessed around 1,052 images and 381 videos of child pornography on two separate laptops in April 2020. Giambrone, of Kenmore, previously worked at Maryvale Intermediate School in Cheektowaga. He was sentenced to five years in prison and was ordered to pay $16,000 to victims in the case.

 

 

A former Rochester city employee is in some legal trouble after being accused of assaulting a police officer. It is alleged 38-year-old Anthony Hall attacked the officer after police responded to Hall’s home on East Main Street yesterday after getting a call about family trouble and being told a person was trying to break into that residence.   Hall was in front of the home and asked to leave, but shoved one officer and caused another to hurt his hand.   Hall is facing charges and is due in court again Tuesday.

 

 

The cast of “Disney on Ice” will be taking part in their annual visit to Rochester this weekend. The theme of this year’s show at Blue Cross Arena is Mickey’s Search Party and features appearances by Mickie Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Captain Hook, Tinkerbell and more. There are two performances today (FRIDAY) and Sunday and three shows are set to take place tomorrow (SATURDAY). Seats can be purchased online through Ticketmaster.

 

 

 

The site of the former Club Marcella has been purchased by the Seneca Gaming Corporation. Seneca Gaming CEO Kevin Nephew says buying the property at 106 Michigan Ave. was strategic due to its proximity to the casino. Club Marcella was shut down in December 2023 after four shootings at the establishment in that year alone. Nephew said they’re examining how the property can best support our operations and our long-term vision.

 

 

The Buffalo Bills will be on the road as they look to close out the regular season with a victory.   The AFC East champions are visiting their division rivals the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. Buffalo is coming off a 40 to 14 win over the New York Jets and are locked into the number two seed in the AFC playoffs. Kickoff Sunday is scheduled for 1:00.

 

ConnectLife is offering Buffalo Bills fans a chance to win playoff tickets by donating blood. Starting on Monday, January 6th, and any other week leading up to a home playoff game, anyone who donates blood will be entered to win a pair of tickets. Fans must enter at least two days before the game to be eligible for the promotion. Anyone interested can make an appointment at connectlifegiveblood.org.

 

 

On the second anniversary of his cardiac arrest, Buffalo Bills safety announced a scholarship program in honor of the team’s athletic training staff.   Hamlin held a private dinner for the staff last night, who were critical in the emergency response that saved Hamlin’s life after he collapsed on the field mid-game in Cincinnati. During last night’s dinner, Hamlin surprised them by announcing the expansion of his Chasing M’s Foundation to include a youth scholarship program in Buffalo in their honor. The Buffalo Heroes Scholarship will support underserved high school and college-bound students who hope to attend Buffalo area private high schools, trade schools or universities.