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Man accused of firing on SUV released without bail, prompting complaint from Hawley
A 48-year-old man accused of firing a weapon at a white SUV that looked like a law enforcement vehicle on Aug. 29 was later released on his own recognizance, according to court documents obtained by The Batavian. Robert James Talbot, of Batavia, was arraigned in Centralized Arraignment Part Court but his prior federal convictions were apparently not relevant to the bail evaluation. The judge noted he had a criminal history but "not two felonies."
With a new year starting, memories of school days in Batavia
My earliest memories began at East School on Main Street, Batavia. It was kindergarten, and I only remember it had a wooden playhouse in the classroom.We had rest time on the floor every day, and it was a half-day session. I began school at the new John Kennedy
Batavia Downs On The Rise
A trio of summer outdoor concerts coupled with the annual return of live horse racing and other special events combined to set a new benchmark for betting and payouts for Batavia Downs. Batavia Downs, in August, set a new record for betting at its casino with $107,312,354 in bets made...
Sheriff’s Office investigating rollover crash involving ambulance in Batavia, Elba
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office says they’re investigating a two vehicle accident involving an ambulance that occurred on Route 98 Thursday afternoon. At 2:45 p.m., Genesee County dispatch received a 911 call reporting the accident with rollover and entrapment at the intersection of Batavia-Elba Town Line Road, according to officials. A […]
Photos: Schools open with smiles and anticipation for new year
Batavia City Schools, like other school districts in Genesee County, opened its doors on Thursday morning for the first time of the 2024-25 academic year.At Batavia Middle School, Superintendent Jason Smith was on hand to welcome students back to classes."The opening of school is always a special day
Western Regional OTB holds special Board of Directors meeting to further discuss leadership changes
Western Regional Off-Track Betting (OTB) is holding a special Board of Directors meeting on Thursday with its members to further discuss the future president and CEO of the organization. Read more from WBEN:
A ban on cell phones in school? Genesee County leaders say no as Hochul pursues the measure
School’s back in session, and while a ban on cell phones in schools might seem like one simple answer to cyber bullying and unnecessary distractions, at least five Genesee County superintendents are against it, according to questions sent to all eight public school district administrators by The Batavian.
NYS Comptroller Report: Hate crimes on the rise of New York State
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)—Over the past 5 years, hate crimes have been on the rise in New York State. Comptroller Tom DiNapoli recently issued a report which said last year alone over 1,000 hate crimes were reported. “What we saw is that now the trend is at the highest reported hate crimes in New York State […]
More Jobs Lost: Another Company Closing All Stores In New York
Officials confirmed 21 stores across New York State are closing. Closing sales are underway. Last month, Hudson Valley Post reported LL Flooring (formerly Lumber Liquidators) filed for bankruptcy. Lumber Liquidators (now LL Flooring) Files For Bankruptcy. The company said the bankruptcy filing was intended to use the proceedings to "pursue"...
Who has the best pizza? NJ, CT governors cook up debate
What state has the best pizza? Is it Illinois, New York, New Jersey?. Well, Connecticut Gov. Ned LaMont is heating up opinions with his latest post from X — including from Gov. Phil Murphy. LaMont announced the newest road signs to welcome people to Nutmeg State, including one sign...
New York Is “Cracking Down On Ghost Cars”
You have probably noticed some of these law-breaking cars on the road before, and New York is cracking down to get them off the road. When I first saw the phrase "ghost cars," my first thought was that there was no such thing! Especially after experiencing the extra congestion on Captial Region roads the week after Labor Day.
Parade of Tugboats to Float Down New York River
For more than two decades a parade of tugboats has floated down one New York River. The Tugboat Roundup celebrates the maritime heritage of the Northeast Inland Waterways with over 30 tugboats, workboats, and barges. It's held the weekend after Labor Day every year. The festival not only features a...
8 Famous People Who Were Arrested In WNY
You might be surprised, but there have been celebrities who got themselves into legal trouble in Buffalo and Western New York. They had the honor of spending some time in our local jails. Do you remember any of these famous arrests?. Two Country Stars Arrested In 'Horse Incident'. You can...
What Happens to 800 Pounds of Butter After New York State Fair is Over
Have you wondered what happens to all that butter from the annual sculpture once the New York State Fair is over?. It actually goes from a work of art to energy - enough to power one house for three days. From beginning to end, The American Dairy Association North East...
New York Spending Millions To “Restore” Each New York Region
New York State officials are helping local communities "build for the future." New York Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the state awarded over 64.1 million to 43 projects through the State's Restore New York Communities Initiative. Hochul: $64.1 million has been awarded to 43 projects through the State's Restore New...
New York Distributes 20M Test Strips—What This Means for Overdose Rates
New York State Hits Milestone with 20 Million Test Strips. New York State recently reached a major milestone by distributing over 20 million fentanyl and xylazine test strips. These strips are essential for identifying dangerous substances in drugs, playing a critical role in preventing overdoses and saving lives. According to federal data for the year ending March 2024, overdose deaths outside New York City decreased by 9%, while the city itself saw a 3.1% decline. Despite these encouraging figures, the state continued to prioritize efforts to combat the overdose crisis, reflecting ongoing concerns about substance abuse and its impact.
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