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Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Revitalized Nature Trail

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:27:43 -0400

Just in time for leaf peepers and happy hikers' autumn walks, Genesee Community College announces the grand reopening of its Nature Trail on the southwestern fringe the College's Batavia campus. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the Trail's entrance. The ceremony will be held rain or shine, and will feature specially suited refreshments and decorations such as granola bars, GORP (good old raisins and peanuts), locally produced apple cider served in recyclable cups, and a ribbon made from 100% recycled or natural materials including turkey feathers found during the trail's renovation.

Fannie, Freddie bailout hits home for Five Star Bank

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:35:51 -0400

Five Star Bank is a small but growing institution that increasingly is making its presence felt in the Rochester region. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are huge but shrinking institutions whose presence �" and problems �" are felt worldwide.

Town Of York Boil Water Advisory

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:00:18 -0400

According to town officials in York, the town's water system lost pressure due to several breaks in the main water transmission line around 2 pm yesterday.

District Superintendent Thomas J. Manko opted to close York Central Schools on Friday because of the lack of water pressure and size of the district's water reserve. However, all off-campus athletic contests will take place as scheduled, he said.

Medina teacher arrested

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:02:15 -0400

The Medina Central School band director is under arrest after allegedly initiating a relationship with two students.

According to NYS Police, 33 year old Scott Ballard of Medina allegedly initiated a relationship with two female students. Both girls were over the age of 17 at the time and no longer attend the high school. The incidents stem back to 2004 and 2006.

School for Blind in Batavia may be privatized

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:24:51 -0400

ALBANY �" The state Education Department is considering privatizing the School for the Blind in Genesee County because the state is not in a position to operate a full-time residential program recommended by consultants to keep the institution viable.

Boxer Joe Mesi one step closer to senate seat

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:22:17 -0400

Buffalo boxer Joe Mesi has won his party's nomination for the New York state senate.

Mesi, 34, defeated Michele Iannello and Daniel Ward Tuesday night for the Democratic party nod for the Nov. 4 election to fill the seat last held by retiring Republican Mary Lou Rath. Mesi captured 51 per cent of the primary vote on Tuesday.

DiPietro says Volker has served for too long

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:47:56 -0400

Running under the banner of reform, David J. DiPietro hopes to turn his opponent's Albany experience �" 36 years of it �" into a liability.

The East Aurora businessman is pitted against incumbent Dale M. Volker of Depew for the Republican line on the ballot in the 59th Senate District.

Yates Town park now open along lakefront setting

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:43:13 -0400

Yates Town Supervisor Russell Martino jumps down from his truck, eager to show off the culmination of a few years hard work.

Surrounding him on the 5-acre plot of land are the beginnings of what will soon become a favorite gathering spot for residents: Private picnic tables built to withstand the test of time, wide durable barbecue grills and a view that puts the mind at ease. A pavilion erected with donations from the Fisk family offers shelter from the elements, and paving of the parking lot this week will provide easy access.

National Safety Council 6-Hour Defensive Driving Course

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:36:48 -0400

Start: Sep 18 2008 - 9:00am

End: Sep 18 2008 - 3:30pm

The average crash costs an employer $16,500. When a worker has an on-the-job crash that results in an injury, the cost to their employer is $74,000. Costs can exceed $500,000 when a fatality is involved.

Chrysanthemum Program for the Public

Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:02:23 -0400

BATAVIA -- Have you ever wondered why your mums don't overwinter and bloom the following year? Do you know the difference between a garden mum and a hardy mum? Do you know that there are hundreds of varieties of mums?

School superintendent resigns

Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:58:57 -0400

SHELBY, NY - The Orleans County School superintendent accused of lying about being a New York State Trooper is resigning. Galante had falsely claimed he worked as a trooper during the 80s and 90s.

Lake Ontario coastal water under siege ... again

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:49:26 -0400

After the Great Lakes cleanup of the 1970s, pollution levels plummeted, fish began to thrive and algae receded to a minor annoyance. But three decades after that massive, multi-billion-dollar cleanup, the waters of four of the five Great Lakes are once again plagued by smelly, slimy algae.

Getaway Driver Arrested in Home Invasions

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:46:49 -0400

Warsaw, NY -- State Police have arrested a person in connection to a string of armed robberies and home invasions targeting farm workers.

Police say 24-year old Jessica Burgos of Mt. Morris drove the getaway car used for the robberies.

Hail puts a dent in N.Y. apple harvest

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:44:27 -0400

As much as a third of the state's apple crop was damaged by hail this summer, which state officials believe will cost farmers millions of dollars and potentially raise the price for consumers.

"We've never seen as much damage to crops in recent history from hail as this year," said Jessica Chittenden, spokeswoman for the state department of Agriculture and Markets. She said it's too early to estimate what the value will be this year, or how much prices will rise.

Kendall man killed while dismantling barn

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:43:05 -0400

KENDALL, NY -- A western New York man is dead after part of a barn he was dismantling collapsed, causing him to fall to the ground.

Orleans County Sheriff's deputies say 58-year-old Frederick Bohn was working on the second story of the barn when part of the roof collapsed on him just before 7 p.m. Monday.