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Genesee County Holds Mayday for Mandates Rally
Tue, 15 May 2012 02:51:28 -0700

Counties across New York State are declaring a "Mayday for Mandate Relief" this month. Leaders want attention from state government to reduce rising state-mandated costs.

Genesee County is great, making it better is part of 'livable community' effort
Thu, 03 May 2012 10:41:04 -0700

By showing up at Genesee Community College this morning, more than 150 local residents demonstrated that this is a livable community, said Jill Babinski, a senior planner for the county. But they also know things can always be made better. In today's terms, that means "more livable," which was the focus of the forum at the college. "I grew up in Erie County and I've chosen to live here and be ...

Assistant county manager announces retirement after 40 years of public service
Tue, 08 May 2012 10:41:01 -0700

Press release: Assistant County Manager Frank Ciaccia announced he is retiring after 20 years with Genesee County government. His retirement is effective May 30. He stated his decision to retire was motivated by his desire to escape these Western New York winters and spend more time in warmer climates to enjoy the outdoor activities and sports he says are too hard to squeeze into three months up ...

Legislature to spotlight cost of unfunded mandates
Fri, 11 May 2012 07:25:03 -0700

BATAVIA—The Genesee County Legislature will hold a public event to spotlight the cost of unfunded state mandates.

News Minute: Here's the latest news from The Associated Press
Fri, 18 May 2012 13:37:27 -0700

State Police say they're investigating the death of a man who was struck by a car while walking along a western New York road. Troopers say the accident occurred around 11:30 last night when a car with four occupants hit...

Free guided walking tours of historic Batavia architecture, reservations required
Sat, 05 May 2012 10:41:16 -0700

From 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 19, the City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission, in conjunction with the Landmark Society of Genesee County and The New York Landmarks Conservancy, will host free guided walking tours of some of Batavia's historic architecture. May is National Preservation Month. The guided tour will bring guests to various locations that will highlight the historic ...

Sheriff's Office participating in statewide 'click it or ticket' program
Wed, 16 May 2012 13:55:44 -0700

Press release: The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind motorists of the importance of using seat belts and child safety seats. The Sheriff’s Office will participate in the statewide seat belt enforcement mobilization, which will run from May 21st through June 3rd which is designed to further improve highway safety. This initiative will urge motorists to buckle their safety belts ...

Sticky Lips BBQ Owner Taking On Department of Labor
Thu, 17 May 2012 14:42:54 -0700

There's a battle brewing between the owner of a popular Rochester restaurant and the New York State Department of Labor. It stems from a construction project on Jefferson Road in Henrietta.

Man, 84, killed while cutting tree in western NY
Fri, 18 May 2012 04:32:12 -0700

OAKFIELD, N.Y. (AP) - Authorities say an 84-year-old western New York man has been killed when he was struck by a tree he was cutting. The Genesee County Sheriff's Office tells The Daily News of Batavia ( http://bit.ly/L4zcEs ) that a friend was checking on LaVerne Bridge Thursday morning when he found the Bridge's body in a small stream in the rural town of Oakfield, midway between Rochester ...

Photos: Kiwanis and bar association present local criminal justice awards
Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:51:39 -0700

The Batavia Kiwanis Club and the Genesee County Bar Association held their annual Law Day dinner at Bohn's Restaurant on Wednesday night. Deputy Brian Thompson (top photo) received the Kathy Seymore Volunteer Service Award. Winners of Criminal Justice Awards were: Andre R. Dunlap, investigator, New York State Police Troop “A”; David E. Gann, retired from the Genesee County District Attorney’s ...