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Bergen student completes SUNY Oswego internship in NYC

By Billie Owens

Christopher M. Dougherty, of Clinton Street Road in Bergen, took part in an internship this summer through SUNY Oswego's Experience-Based Education Program.

Dougherty, a senior graphic design major, interned at Live Auctioneers LLC, New York City.

The Experience-Based Education Program at Oswego places students in internships and career awareness opportunities that allow them to earn college credits while garnering valuable "real life" experience.

Last year, more than a thousand Oswego students took part in experiential learning while working at hundreds of businesses, nonprofit agencies and government offices, not counting the hundreds of student teachers working in area schools.

Admission to SUNY Oswego is competitive. U.S. News named it among the "Top Public Regional Universities in the North" for 2011, and the Princeton Review includes Oswego in its college guidebook "The Best Northeastern Colleges."

A 150-year-old comprehensive college in the State University of New York system, Oswego enrolls more than 8,000 students in its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; School of Business; School of Communication, Media and the Arts; and School of Education.

Santy's Tire & Service to hold reopening celebration, car wash to benefit shelter

By Billie Owens

A customer appreciation and grand reopening celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at Santy's Tire & Service. There will be a car wash, too, and proceeds will go to the Genesee County Animal Shelter.

The business is located at 56 Ellicott St. in Batavia. Phone is 343-1885.

WBTA will broadcast live there from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a free hot dog lunch and lots of giveaways.

A set of four tires, with a retail value of up to $450, will be raffled along with a $100 prize package from Batavia Downs & Casino.

You can either buy a raffle ticket(s) or get it by bringing one item(s) from the shelter's wish list: dry cat/dog/kitten food, canned dog/cat food, paper towels, bleach, non-clumping cat litter, dog collars and leashes, laundry soap, and cat toys.

If you're thinking ahead to winter, there will also be a representative from Sno-Way International to answer all your snowplow questions.

Come on down!

Fire behind stove at East Pembroke archery club

By Billie Owens

A fire behind a stove is reported at the Sportsman's Coonhunters Association, an archery club, located at 8776 Hopkins Road in East Pembroke. The flames are out but firefighters are called to check for extensions into the walls.

East Pembroke and Town of Batavia fire departments are responding. A firefighter on scene says extensions are unlikely. An infrared camera is requested to be sure.

Newest city police officer graduates from academy

By Billie Owens

The newest member of the Batavia Police Department has graduated from the Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy at Niagara University.

Officer Matthew D. Lutey has been attending the academy for the the past 24 weeks. At graduation ceremonies Monday, Lutey was presented the Joseph E. Steblein Memorial Award, named after the academy's first director.

The award is presented to the individual who demonstrates overall excellence in all areas of training.

Officer Lutey is a graduate of Genesee Community College and served six years in the Air Force. He is currently assigned to Field Training Officers where he will complete 16 additional weeks of on-the-job training with time spent assigned to all shifts.

Elderly woman falls out of wheelchair, Mercy Flight responds

By Billie Owens

An elderly female fell out of her wheelchair and struck her head on the pavement at the intersection of Oak Orchard and Hundredmark roads in Elba. Mercy EMS and Elba fire responding. Mercy Flight is responding to transport the victim.

UPDATE: Mercy Flight landed a few minutes ago.

UPDATE 8:31 p.m.: Mercy Flight is airborne and headed to Strong Memorial Hospital.

Porch carpet catches fire in Pavilion

By Billie Owens

A front porch carpet fire, believed to be out at this time, is reported at 11133 Saint Mary's St. in Pavilion. A person there suffered burns to the legs trying to put out the blaze. Pavilion Fire Department and Mercy EMS responded. They are checking the site with an infrared camera to ensure the blaze is out.

The victim is reportedly a 14-year-old who was playing with matches. A Sheriff's deputy is requested to the scene because of concerns of child endangerment.

UPDATE 8:10 p.m.: Those at the scene ask the deputy to "step it up."

UPDATE 8:26 p.m.: Mercy medics are en route to Strong Memorial Hospital with the burn victim. The Sheriff's deputy is back in service.

UPDATE 8:33 p.m.: Pavilion fire is back in service.

Two-car accident with injuries in Alabama

By Billie Owens

A two-car accident with injuries, not blocking traffic, is reported at Allegany Road near Roberts Road Route 63 and the Orleans/Genesee county line.

Alabama Fire Department and Mercy medics are responding. "All parties are conscious. There is an infant involved." A second ambulance is requested out of Medina.

UPDATE: 3:13 p.m.: A responder says "We have three adults and three small children. All injuries appear to be minor at this time."

Fire reported in basement on Ellicott Street, Batavia

By Billie Owens

Smoke is reportedly coming from the basement of a house at 312 Eillicott St. in Batavia. City firefighters are en route. The landlord says the smoke is coming out of the cinder blocks.

UPDATE 1:51 p.m.: Fire command reports the smoke is coming from a crawl space and they have limited access to it. They are going to get at it through a breach they made in the wall.

UPDATE 2:15 p.m.: City fire has cleared the scene.

Photos submitted by Frank Capuano.

Two-car accident in Le Roy

By Billie Owens

A two-car accident with minor injuries is blocking traffic at West Main Street and West Avenue in Le Roy. Le Roy Fire and Ambulance Service is responding.

UPDATE 12:53 p.m.: The roadway reopened.

Lake Shark swallows up the competition at Batavia Downs

By Billie Owens

Press release:

A $10,000 Preferred Pace and two $12,200 New York Bred late closers highlighted the Saturday night program, closing out the first week of live harness racing at Batavia Downs Casino.
 
In the Preferred, Barbara Andrels’ Lake Shark sat in two-hole the entire mile, angled out at the top of the stretch and roared home down the center of the racetrack to notch his sixth win of the season in 1:54.3. John Cumming Jr. was in the sulky for trainer Mike Carrubba.
 
New York Prime (Chris Page) closed up the pylons to be second while Cry for Cash (Ron Beback Jr., rallied to be third.
 
Lake Shark, a 4-year-old son of Four Starzzz Shark was claimed for $18,750 back in May. He’s earned $189,752 lifetime.
 
In NYSS late closing action, Southwind Inferno went right to the top and held on in a three horse blanket finish to score his fourth win of the season in 1:55.1 for trainer Andy Sardella and reinsman John Cummings Jr. The gelded son of American Ideal is owned in partnership by Michael Pozefsky, William Pozefsky and Myron Ekstein.
 
Bubbie Boy never really had an anxious moment when he cruised to a daylight win in 1:57 in the other NYSS late closer of the evening. Jack Flanigen was at the lines for trainer Cory Mcgivern. Bubbie Boy, a gelded son of Artiscape, is owned by Richard Mersky. The New York Sire Stakes season resumes on Wednesday night with five divisions of 2-year-old pacing fillies on the docket. Total NYSS purse money exceeds $120,000.
 
Tim Tetrick, currently leading all of North America in wins with 454 and purse earnings with $7.7 million, will make his first ever Downs appearance.
 
America’s oldest lighted harness track is currently racing every Monday-Wednesday-Friday and Saturday night. Post time is 6:40. For more information please visit www.bataviadownscasino.com.

Today's Deals: Larry's Steakhouse, Stafford Trading Post, Settler's, Red Osier, and more!

By Billie Owens

Alex's Place, 8322 Park Road, Batavia, NY: People come from all over the region for a fine dining experience at Alex's. It's best known for its ribs, of course, but Alex's seafood is also a favorite of the restaurant's diners. We have a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Alabama Hotel, 1353 Lewiston Road, Basom, NY: A historic and legendary tavern and restaurant. The Alabama Hotel is famous for its fish fries, but also serves a variety of top-quality entrees, featuring Certified Angus Beef. Now with expanded hours. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50.

Clor's Meat Market, 4169 W. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY: For the best, most flavorful, juiciest chicken or hamburger in town, hands down, stop by Clor's. Oh, and the steaks are great, too. And the sausage. Clor's also serves lunch and dinners from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. We have a $10 gift card for $5.

Delavan's, 107 Evans St., Batavia, NY: To me, Delavan's is one of those restaurants where you want to eat frequently until you try everything on the menu. We have a $20 gift certificate for $10.

Red Osier, Route 5, Stafford, NY: Truly, one of the landmark restaurants of the area. Red Osier features prime rib carved table side. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50.

South Main Country Gifts, 3356 Main St. Road, Batavia, NY: Handcrafted items, gifts with a regional flair, candles, teas and spices -- South Main has a wide selection to please most any interest. Decorate your home or office for summer. We have a $20 gift certificate for $10.

Settler's, 353 W. Main St., Batavia, NY: Settler's has a 25-year history of serving great, affordable breakfasts, lunches and dinners to Batavians. We have a $20 gift certificate for $10.

Stafford Trading Post, 6173 Main Road, Stafford, NY: Lunch or dinner, Stafford Trading Post offers a variety of fresh, homemade meals, as well as snacks and drinks. Now in a new, expanded location. We have a $25 gift card for $12.50.

Ficarella's Pizzeria, 21 Liberty St., Batavia, NY. Dine-in, drive-thru or delivery. Featuring fresh, hearth-baked pizza since 1985. Pizza, wings, pasta and more. We have $20 gift certificates for $10. (Good only at the Batavia location.)

Spirits, 78 Lake St., Le Roy, NY. Le Roy's favorite sports bar, where fun and good food are always on tap. We have $20 gift certificates for $10.

Larry's Steakhouse, 60 Main St., Batavia, NY: The name says it all -- Larry's is a great place for steak. Larry's has a fine dining atmosphere with a great menu and outstanding service. We have a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Bohn's Restaurant, 5256 Clinton St., Batavia, NY. Fine dining in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Lunch and dinner, steak, prime rib and seafood. Ask about Bohn's catering services and banquet facility. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50.

SOLD OUT

Car vs. pole w/injuries on Route 19, Bergen

By Billie Owens

A car-into-pole accident with injuries is reported on Route 19 in Bergen, between Peachy Road and the county line. An infant is involved. The pole is sheared in two and the car is holding it up.

Oakfield student named to Deans' List at RIT

By Billie Owens

John C. Koenig Jr., of Oakfield, was named to the Deans' List for the Spring 2011 quarter at the Rochester Institute of Technology.

To be named to the Deans' List, students must have a GPA of 3.4 or higher.

He will be a third-year student in RIT’s College of Applied Science and Technology, where he is studying Packaging Science.

His Cooperative Education placement for the Winter 2011 quarter will be at Unilever in New Jersey, where he will be working in Sustainability and Design Engineering to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. Cooperative education (co-op) is the most extensive and intensive of RIT’s experiential education opportunities.

Co-op is full-time, paid work experience directly related to one’s course of study. Each year more than 3,600 students complete more than 5,300 work assignments with more than 1,900 companies and organizations. Last year those students generated more than $30 million in earnings through their employment with industry, business, government, and the not-for-profit sector throughout the U.S. and in 40 foreign countries.

GC Artist Road Show set for Sept. 17

By Billie Owens

The fourth annual "Artist Road Show" will be held in Genesee County from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. (In Orleans County, the event is on Aug. 27.)

Previously called the "Open Studio Tour," it will feature an art trail wherein participants will visit a number of sites to see the work of photographers, painters, sculptors and more — all free. See where art happens!

The Artist Road Show is envisioned to provide an exciting opportunity to raise awareness of art and culture in our region, and to view, purchase or order local artists’ and artisans’ work, as well as to contribute to local tourism.

Some locations will also have music and food available. Maps of participating sites and artists will be available at each site and at GO ART! the week prior to the event. Information is also available online at www.GOart.org.

The 2011 Artist Road Show is sponsored by The Bank of Castile with some additional funding from the New York State Council on the Arts.

Any artist interested in participating may contact GO ART! at 585-343-9313 or openstudiotour@GOart.org. Also, for general information on the event, please contact GO ART! at 585-343-9313 or email info@GOart.org.

Two young women earn academic honors at Wells College

By Billie Owens

Two local students were named to the Deans' List for the Spring 2011 semester at Wells College in Aurora.

They are:

Chelsea Czechowski <http://readabout.me/Chelsea-Czechowski/XGVM>, Class of 2012, a resident of Darien Center.

Alexandra Lauer <http://readabout.me/Alexandra-Lauer/XGRG>, Class of 2011, a resident of Corfu

To be eligible for Dean's List, a student must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 or better and take a minimum of 12 letter-graded hours (four courses).

Wells College is a nationally recognized private liberal arts college located on the shores of beautiful Cayuga Lake. Founded in 1868 and coeducational since 2005, Wells provides an academically rigorous and relationship-based educational experience strengthened by the college's small size, residential atmosphere, and dedication to experiential learning.

Le Roy resident earns nursing degree

By Billie Owens

Jennifer J. DeMarco, of Leroy, has earned an Associate in Science in Nursing degree from Excelsior College.

Excelsior College (www.excelsior.edu) is an accredited, private, nonprofit institution that focuses on the needs of working adults. Its primary mission is to increase access to a college degree for adult learners by removing obstacles to their educational goals.

Excelsior's unique strength is its acknowledged leadership in the assessment of student knowledge. It does so by providing working adults multiple avenues to degree completion that include its own online courses and college-level proficiency examinations, and the acceptance of credit in transfer from other colleges and universities.

Corfu students named to SUNY Buffalo Deans' List

By Billie Owens

Jillian Hunt, of Corfu, has been named to the School of Education Spring 2011 Deans' List at Buffalo State College. Hunt is the daughter of Ron and Pamela Burdinaro.

To qualify, students must earn a minimum term GPA of 3.5 and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Founded in 1871, Buffalo State is the largest comprehensive college in the SUNY system. It offers more than 165 undergraduate and 62 graduate programs in the arts, sciences, professions, and education. Each year nearly 12,000 students choose Buffalo State for its superb academic programs, applied learning opportunities, affordable tuition, and metropolitan location.

 

Fifty-four local students earn top grades at SUNY Brockport

By Billie Owens

The College at Brockport, State University of New York, recently honored local students who excelled academically in the Spring 2011 semester.

To be on the President's List, a student must earn a GPA of 4.0. Students who earn a GPA of 3.70–3.99 are named to the Deans' List with Honors, while students who achieve a 3.40–3.69 GPA are named to the Deans' List.

The honorees are:

Basom

Hillary Bates, Deans' List

Bergen

Justin Amesbury, Deans' List

Nicholas Bonin, Deans' List

Rebecca Smith, Deans' List

Caleb Stacy, Deans' List

Patricia Van Buren, Deans' List

*Shane Chatham, Deans' List with Honors

*Emily Drzewiecki, Deans' List with Honors

*Carson Hassett, Deans' List with Honors

**Brian Burgay, President's List

**Joanna Menzie, President's List

Byron

Jeff Appis, Deans' List

Stephen Digregorio, Deans' List

Patricia Johnston, Deans' List

*Tammy Fuller, Deans' List with Honors

*Darren Kwiatkowski, Deans' List with Honors

Corfu

Jessica Hackett, Deans' List

Melinda Kreter, Deans' List

**Jennifer Lazarony, President's List

Darien

*Eric Meyer, Deans' List with Honors

Darien Center

*David Hecht, Deans' List with Honors

East Pembroke

*Renae Jurek, Deans' List with Honors

*Josh Macgregor, Deans' List with Honors

Elba

Bronson Cole, Deans' List

*Carly Crnkovich, Deans' List with Honors

Le Roy

Dylan Ashley, Deans' List

Katlyn Brooks, Deans' List

Katelyn Doud, Deans' List

Garrett Jordan, Deans' List

Danielle Merica, Deans' List

Abby Murray, Deans' List

Joseph Patton, Deans' List

Joel Pitts, Deans' List

Lindsey Sullivan, Deans' List

Danielle Wojtaszczyk, Deans' List

*Gena Korn, Deans' List with Honors

*Antonio Madau, Deans' List with Honors

*Kara Miller, Deans' List with Honors

*Lynn Weldon, Deans' List with Honors

*Jeffery White, Deans' List with Honors

*Erin Whiting, Deans' List with Honors

**Natalie Haas, President's List

**Lyman Rhodes, President's List

**Melinda Stedman, President's List

**Maureen Weinman, President's List

Oakfield

Kristen Casper, Deans' List

Bridget Chartraw, Deans' List

Daniel Zambito, Deans' List

**Brittany Bills, President's List

Pavilion

Kathryn Davis, Deans' List

Sarah Merritt, Deans' List

Kelsey Wright, Deans' List

South Byron

Kallee Stein, Deans' List

Stafford

James Mignano, Deans' List

The College at Brockport is a comprehensive four-year public college, offering 50 undergraduate majors, more than 40 graduate programs as well as 24 teacher certification programs.

Corfu student to transfer studies to SUNY Oswego

By Billie Owens

Tyler J. Scoins, of Hartshorn Road in Corfu, has reserved a place as a transfer student at SUNY Oswego. Fall classes will begin Aug. 29. He last studied at Genesee Community College.

A 150-year-old comprehensive college in the State University of New York system, Oswego enrolls more than 8,000 students in its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; School of Business; School of Communication, Media and the Arts; and School of Education.

BBQ, raffles to benefit Pembroke crash victims

By Billie Owens

The family of Sonya Charache has organized a benefit at Clor's Meat Market on Sunday (July 31) to help her and the passengers -- three children -- who were injured in a horrific car crash on July 7 in Pembroke.

There will be raffles and barbecue chicken lunches, including two side dishes and a roll. Cost is $8.50. Time is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or until sold out.

In addition to Sonya, proceeds will benefit Jackson Gilbert, Garrett Talbot, and Kayda Charache.

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