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Batavia's Thomas Rocket Car finds 'fitting home' in Buffalo automotive museum
A unique and significant object from Batavia's history is now permanently displayed in Buffalo at the Pierce Arrow Museum at 263 Michigan Ave.There is no other car in the world like the Thomas Rocket Car, built by Charles Thomas and Norm Richardson from 1935 to 1938 in a
Pitching shuts down Geneva in Muckdogs 7-0 win on Saturday
Muckdogs starter Matt Misiti went six scoreless innings, giving up only two hits and striking out six, to help Batavia to its 24th win of the season.The home team beat Geneva 7-0.Misiti lifted his record on the season to 3-0 and lowered his ERA to 0.87.The
Jury unanimously rejects criminal charges against former Batavia high football star
A Genesee County jury on Friday rejected rape charges against a former Batavia High School football star, acquitting him in a unanimous decision on all counts following a trial.The defense attorney for Ray Leach, Public Defender Jerry Ader, said the acquittal was appropriate.
Dansville man accused of illegal weapons possession at end of 93 mph chase on city streets
A Dansville man accused of leading deputies on a high-speed chase on city streets on early Sunday morning is facing multiple felony weapons charges.Dandra Jamie Cramer, 25, of Main Street, Dansville, is charged with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, two counts of criminal
Pursuit ends on South Swan with overtuned minivan, suspect uninjured and in custody
A Sheriff's Office pursuit that started somewhere on the north side of the city of Batavia ended at Swan and School streets at around 1:45 a.m. on Sunday when the suspect vehicle struck a utility pole and flipped over.One person is reportedly in custody.A deputy was overheard
Entrepreneur offers a little Flex Space for fitness buffs, party planners
If you’ve ever wanted a little workout space to call your own where you can exercise in peace without worrying about anyone else watching or interrupting or — please, no — offering unsolicited advice, then personal trainer and entrepreneur Macy Paradise has the Flex Space for you.
Ag Society volunteers prepare for their 'Super Bowl' as fair week nears July 19-27
With less than a week to go before Genesee County's largest event comes to roost for eight days, volunteers are mowing grass, whacking weeds, assembling animal pens, cleaning out buildings, preparing the barns, setting up tables and chairs and putting in the time from sunup to sundown until showtime.
Red Hot Chili Peppers entrall packed house at Darien Lake
The Red Hot Chili Peppers hit the stage hot at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on a steamy Saturday night with an instrumental jam that featured Flea's funky slap baselines, Chad Smith's pounding beat, and John Frusciante's sizzling fretwork.
Oxbo planning move from Byron to new 195,000-square-foot facility in Bergen
One of Genesee County's most successful industrial manufacturers, Oxbo International, founded in Byron 50 years ago, is planning a new 195,000-square-foot facility in Bergen.According to planning documents, the new factory will replace the existing plant at 7275 Byron Road, Byron.
Law and Order: Driver accused of multiple suspensions, trying to hide identity
Douglas Grant Goodwin, Jr., 33, of Maple Road, Alabama, is charged with aggravated unlicensed operation, criminal impersonation, lights that don't meet standards, and unsafe tires. Goodwin was stopped at 10:58 p.m. on July 6 on West Main Street, Batavia, by Deputy Jacob Kipler. During the traffic stop, Goodwin was allegedly found to be driving on 10 or more suspensions and he allegedly attempted to misrepresent his actual name. He was released on an appearance ticket.
Le Roy actor offers opportunity, tools of the trade in free workshop
When Andy Rich was a teenager, he daydreamed of becoming an actor and showing up on television or in movie productions, except for one small detail.A small-town boy from Le Roy getting anywhere in Los Angeles seemed like a foolhardy pursuit.“I told myself that was like a silly dream and that I should get a real job,” Rich said during an interview with The Batavian. “So I just gave up on it until I turned 25 or 26. And then I started finding commercial work. I’m 37 now and have probably been in 100 commercial films and television productions." Rich is offering a free Acting for Large Markets workshop in August.
Dance studio owner ready for a 'Resurgence' in Le Roy
There’s no question that Rachel Blecha knows dance, since she practically grew up on her toes, dancing at her mom Jody’s studio in Attica before joining the locally esteemed David DeMarie Dance Studio at age 6, later renting space for her own place in Alden before meeting up with Fusion Dance in Le Roy.
First-time Summer Fest to offer vegan tastes, assorted crafts and entertainment
Judy Hysek hopes that a first-time Summer Fest on the southside will offer folks of all ages a variety of taste, shopping and entertainment treats at and behind her Eden Cafe & Bakeshop at 242 Ellicott St., Batavia.
Le Roy's Regents result consistent but principal plans to push for improvement
The key takeaway from Le Roy High School Regents Exams results is that the pass rate is pretty consistent, Principal David Russell reported to the Board of Education on Tuesday.Recent pass rate:
Le Roy Board of Education begins 2024-25 term
Jackie Whiting, who has served on the Le Roy Central School District Board of Education since 2011, was elected to another term as president of the board at the board's reorganization meeting on Tuesday.At the start of the meeting, all school board members, Superintendent Merritt Holley, and Clerk
Tornado warning issued for central Genesee County
A tornado warning has been issued for Batavia, Byron, Oakfield, Stafford, Bergen, Corfu, Elba, and Alexander.The warning is in effect until 2 p.m. Wednesday.A tornado was reported on Wednesday near Attica and moving northeast at 30 mph.Weather sports reported the tornado.UPDATE 1:50 p.m.: A tornado reportedly
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