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local motorcycle club needs your help to aid families for christmas

Posted by chris johnson on November 15, 2009 - 11:53am
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mayhem logowe are mayhem riders mc,a family oriented motorcycle club out of the batavia area
last year we collected gently used clothing,toys,and other items to help families at christmas time,we were able to help 3 families,that without us would not have had a christmas at all.
we would like to help out alot more families this year,but we need the communities help to complete our goal.so before you give anything away please think of us and contact us.
we can use anything for all ages we will be making a list of families that need our help,and try to fullfill their wish list,also if anyone would like to help us collect or donate anything,volunteers are always needed.the mayhem riders mc along with the community can make a family that may be a little down on their luck very happy for christmas.     contact info:   webmaster@mayhemriders.com

 

check out our website:                http://www.mayhemriders.com

 



 

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mayhem riders mc-dice run

Posted by chris johnson on July 7, 2009 - 8:31pm
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Saturday July 18th Mayhem Riders Scenic Dice Run
we are taking a scenic ride to Omish country...sign up will be at 5279 Old Telephone Rd East Bethany (Our Clubhouse) at 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us Highest and Lowest prize
$10 rider $5 passenger
check out the website or email us for info
 
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mayhem riders motorcycle club-benefit fundraiser and dice run for patsy rapone

Posted by chris johnson on June 29, 2009 - 1:40pm
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Thank you so much for posting on your site, Please change the place of event to:

Mayhem Riders MC Benefit Fund Raiser for Patsy Rapone

Saturday August 22nd 2009 @ 2:00

 

East Bethany Fire hall

 

10440 Bethany Center Rd

 

East Bethany NY 14054

 

Mr. Rapone is the Father of one of our club member’s. He is a devoted, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He was diagnosed with small cell cancer, along with this battle he has heart problems, we are joining in an effort with other clubs, businesses, friends, & family member’s to help out the family with expenses.

Dice Run, Food, Drinks, Live Music, Chinese Auction, 50/50, Raffles

Dice run will start at Stans Harley Shop 4425 W. Saile Drive Batavia, NY

Sign up will be from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. we will make 5 stops and end at the E. Bethany Fire hall.

Highest and Lowest will win prizes

$25 Rider $10 passenger (includes benefit donation)

Tickets for this benefit will be sold prior and the day of for a $15 adults donation and under 12 $5 donation

Call (585) 356-0889 or (585) 813-9730 for tickets check out our website for any additional info

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to all batavia area bussineses-please help if you are able.

Posted by chris johnson on June 29, 2009 - 1:37pm
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Mayhem Riders MC Club

East Bethany

New York 14054

Phone (585) 356-0889

e-mail mayhemriders@hotmail.com

website: www. mayhemriders.com

 

June 29, 2009

 

Local Businesses Around

Batavia NY

 

The Mayhem Riders MC Club along with other local Clubs, Businesses, Friends, and Family member’s are having a benefit-fund raiser on August 22nd 2009 @ 2:00 p.m. at the East Bethany Fire Hall, for one of our members father, Mr. Patsy Rapone is from Batavia he is also in the local carpenters union, a long time horse owner/racer at Batavia Downs. Mr Rapone was diagnosed with Small Cell Cancer earlier this year, he is currently in the hospital trying his hardest to fight this cancer, we are asking local businesses to please donate what you can to help us raise funds for the family of Mr. Rapone.

With this donation your business will be mentioned on local radio, newspaper, and internet sites.

Please contact us at (585) 356-0889 and we will arrange pickup of your donation. Please check out our website for the benefit flyer

Dear Friend,

Thank you,

Audrey Johnson

Treasurer

Co-Founder Mayhem Riders MC Club

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local motorcycle club raises $200 for united way

Posted by chris johnson on June 16, 2009 - 9:40pm
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Mayhem Riders motorcycle club out of the batavia area,held a motorcycle fun run this past weekend.we had 11 bikes all together,we had a low turnout due to the weather.

we went from stans harley davidson in batavia,to the arcade speedway,our plans of riding around the track and doing a few parade laps did not workout due to all the rain the area received,we were able to pull all our bikes in front of the grandstands and park while the united way rep received her check.we were able to raise $200.it is our first year for this club and it was our first club organized ride,so we will get more going in the future.we have alot planned this summer,so check our website out to see what we are about, http://www.mayhemriders.com

dont hesitate to contact any member in the club about any benefits you would like us to be a part of,we are always looking to help our community.any area businesses that can donate anything for our cause it would be greatly apreciated,we need items for a chinese auction for a benefit we are planning in august for a club members father who has cancer.here is aemail I received from the united way after the run:

 

Chris - I am so glad you sent this email to us!  We wanted to get in touch with you to tell you how much your caring donation meant to our organization! Thank you all for helping make our first Race Night fundraiser a success - We had a wonderful time! Check out our website from time to time at www.uwcattco.org - if I have any photos from the event I will post them on our site! Thanks again and we'll be in touch! Candy, Gail, and Laura
 
so keep your eyes open one of our meembers is always in and around batavia,if you see us say hi,thanks
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Local motorcycle club holds a fun run for a good cause

Posted by chris johnson on June 7, 2009 - 7:13pm
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uwa_logo_for_electronic_presentation.jpgLocal Batavia area motorcycle club, The Mayhem Riders, needs riders to help support a good cause. We will be riding from Stan's Harley Davidson in Batavia to the Arcade Speedway, We will be doing parade laps around the track at halftime just before they present the money to the united way officials. Please come out and help us support the community.

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JUNE 12 2009

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The sign up and starting point will be at Stan's Harley Davidson in Batavia next to the airport. Sign up will be from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., kickstands up at 5:30 p.m., then we will meet at Tops in Arcade at 6:45 p.m., leaving from Tops at 7p.m., arriving at the Arcade speedway at 7:15 p.m. If you need information go to the clubs website,or email the club:  http://www.mayhemriders.com

We will be hosting a "UNITED WAY" night on June 12th. We are working with several people in an effort to raise funds to support the efforts of United Way. Times are tough for all but no matter how tough it is for you it is probably worse for someone else. Please give generously. Check out their website.

BIKERS FOR A CAUSE FUN RUN

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15th Annual “Festival of Hope” hosted by Genesee Cancer Assistance

Posted by Rachael Millspaugh on May 22, 2009 - 2:15pm
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15th Annual “Festival of Hope” hosted by Genesee Cancer Assistance June 5, 2009 at the Batavia Downs Genesee Cancer Assistance Inc.

 

(GCA), a community-based, volunteer organization located in Batavia, has set the date for their annual Festival of Hope celebration. This event was made possible by several local business event sponsors; Batavia Radiation Oncology Associates, Bank of Castile & Tompkins Insurance, Steven M. Haley & Associates, LLC at the Insurance Center, The Batavia Downs, UMMC, Stan’s Harley Davidson, Pudgie’s Lawn & Garden, WBTA-1490, Batavia Sign Company, HSBC and Time Warner Cable.

The Festival of Hope celebration and fundraiser gives GCA the ability to help lighten the load of Genesee County residents who are fighting courageous battles against cancer. GCA is a local charity that helps local citizens. The premier event at this year’s festival will be the Time Warner “Kids Zone” which includes a fun run and other entertaining activities for kids and families alike. Other activities at this year’s event will include the second annual 5-K Run for Hope, the traditional Walk for Hope, a Chinese Auction, and the “Lighting of the Luminaries.

“This event allows GCA to operate and to continue helping the residents of our county who are battling cancer” stated Gregg Torrey, GCA Board Member and Chairman of the festival planning committee. “This event is about honoring members of our community who have passed away from cancer and ensuring that those who are suffering with cancer today have the assistance they need” Torrey concluded.

If you are interested in registering for the 5K or the Walk for Hope please call Gregg Torrey at (585) 507-8139. To learn more about Genesee Cancer Assistance visit their webpage at http://www.geneseecancerassistance.com/index.html

Don’t forget to become a fan on Facebook Search Genesee Caner Assistance.

Please save the date for this important and exciting celebration to be held at the Batavia Downs, June 5 at 5PM and bring your family!

Event Date and Time: 
June 5, 2009 - 5:00pm - 11:00pm
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local bike group attending second mission on saturday

Posted by chris johnson on April 29, 2009 - 10:48pm
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Charles William "Charlie" Spahn, USA, VN, Wales Center, NY, 2 May, 2009

Charlie was a retired Construction Inspector for the Erie County Water Authority, a Vietnam War Army veteran, a proud member of the East Aurora American Legion, VFW Sgt. Mark A. Rademacher Post 7795, Chapter 77 of the Vietnam Veterans Association and the Nam Club.

Donations to the Hospitality Room at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (851-1111), the VFW Rademacher Post or the Chapter 77 Food Bank would be appreciated. Online condolences available at www.woodfh.com

Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main St., East Aurora.

Staging: Immaculate Conception RC Church, 520 Oakwood Ave., East Aurora at 8:30 AM.

Flag line at the church then an escort to the Evergreen Cemetery on Four Rod road in Wales. The VFW and American Legion Honor Guard will also be there to honor Charlie. 

we will be attending this mission also,we will be leaving east bethany at 7 am,dress warm,bring your rain gear.

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May 2, 2009 - 7:00am - 12:00pm
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local motorcycle club joining patriot guard riders on mission for war hero

Posted by chris johnson on April 29, 2009 - 7:47pm
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Update 28 April 2009 Reminder: 3 May: Benefit for Donald Woodward. The PGR is escorting Donald from his home in Dayton, NY to the Gowanda American Legion where the benefit is being held. Staging at Noon at the Gowanda American Legion. We will depart the AL at 12:30 and plan on being back at 1ish. We have secured a trike for him to ride from his home to the AL if he chooses to ride. This escort will take only an hour from your Sunday. If you are going on a ride Sunday please consider joining us for this escort. I am estimating this escort will take about an hour from staging to the end if you do not wish to stay for the benefit. Welcome Home - SPC. Donald Woodward, Gowanda NY, 03 MAY 09

Don was severely burned (over 83% of his body) while serving our country in Iraq. On November 1, 2007, the vehicle he was driving hit an Improvised Explosive Device. He currently remains in recovery at Brooke Army Medical Center on Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. He will not be released until all wounds have close and rehab has brought him as far as he can progress, hopefully, sometime this spring or summer.

Don graduated from Gowanda Central School in 2002. His wife Crystal is from Forestville, NY and they have 3 lovely daughters.


I will be leaving at 10 am to head to the american legion in gowanda,all members are welcome to join me,I will be leaving from east bethany,email me and ill give you my address and contact info.if possible please bring an american flag to either hold or put on your bike for the escort part of the mission.

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May 3, 2009 - 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Girls Only Motorcycle Ride!

Posted by Philip Anselmo on October 2, 2008 - 7:43am
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From the New York State Police:

The New York State Police in conjunction with the Trooper Foundation will be holding the “G.O. Ride! Girls only Motorcycle Ride” on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. The event will take place at the Summit Park Mall, Niagara Falls and is for all women who ride or dream of riding a motorcycle. The event will include a free professional riding clinic, a State Police Motor Squad Escort Ride through Niagara’s Wine Country ending with a picnic lunch prepared by local law enforcement. A Harley Davidson specialist will be on hand for advice ranging from motor clothing to which bike fits best. The event is free and no pre-registration is required. For more information contact Trooper Arthur Pittman at (716) 201-8164.

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News roundup: City cleanup at Oak Street home Saturday

Posted by Philip Anselmo on July 25, 2008 - 12:08pm
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Another city cleanup is schedlued for Saturday from 10:00am to 1:00pm at 172 Oak St., according to the Daily News. God's Helping Hands and Project Hope will team up to help out at a single residence "because its occupants are disabled and are in need of help."

Front page news about the capture — finally — of Woody the Wayward Steer was featured on The Batavian this morning.

You can also find these stories in today's paper:

  • An Attica girl graduates high school with a record of perfect attendance from kindergarten straight through to the end. Congratulations to Johanna Novak on that odd yet commendable feat.
  • LeRoy Ambulance needs to generate another $75,000 in revenue to pay for an ambulance.
  • Batavia Motor Speedway will host the U.S. Open Speedway Motorcycle National Championships tonight. Doors open at 7:00pm at the track on Harloff Road at the Polarwave Snow Park. Call (585) 723-9746 for more information, or visit Jason Bonsignore Racing or Speedway Bikes online.

You can pick up your own copy of the Daily News wherever the paper is sold. Or, better yet, subscribe at BataviaNews.com.

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Harley Davidson Drawing to benefit fire department Saturday

Posted by Philip Anselmo on July 25, 2008 - 11:19am
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Batavia's town fire crew is raffling off one mean, chrome chopper this Saturday, and tickets were only $20 a pop — they sold out this morning! For a couple of sawbucks some lucky duck will take home a 105th Anniversary Limited Edition Harley Davidson Fatboy — and for those who know, that's one sweet bike.

All proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit the town of Batavia Fire Department. This is their 9th annual Harley Davidson drawing, and the event Saturday marks their only fundraiser for the year.

But wait, that's not all!

The raffle is really only the icing on the cake for an event that kicks off at 7:00pm under the tent at the town fire department's Rec Hall at 8380 Lewiston Road (across from K-Mart and just down the road from Batavia Downs). They'll also be serving up hotdogs, burgers and grilled sausage (for a few bucks). Beer and pop will also be available, plus a 50/50 raffle, plus pull-tabs, plus... music: 7th Heaven will take the stage around 8:00pm and rock out the evening.

Admission to the event is free. You don't need to buy a raffle ticket to attend. But anyone under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Video: Lt. Jankowski's restored Harley-Davidson police motorcycle

Posted by Howard Owens on May 28, 2008 - 6:32am
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There were inspiring moments during Batavia's Memorial Day parade, and there were moments of significant community pride, but what may have been the single wow! moment was when Lt. Eugene Jankowski drove by on his restored Harley-Davidson police bike.

Yesterday, I visited the acting police chief and 30-year department veteran at his home and shot a short video interview with him about the bike. He was kind enough to supply some pictures to help tell the story of the bike.

Here's the video:

In case you missed it, here's our video from the Memorial Day parade.

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