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Fight by the Porta Potties at Darien Lake

By Billie Owens

There was a fight reported at the Porta Potties, section P1, of the parking lot at Darien Lake. Where again? asks an officer. "P1 by the potties."

Alas, a subsequent search of the area found no problems, the alleged participants had gone upon arrival.

The performing arts center is hosting a concert tonight featuring Jason Aldean, Jake Owen, and Thomas Rhett.

UPDATE 11:10 p.m.: Here's the latest breaking news out of parking area P1: Somebody has put a couch on top of the roof of an RV.

Limo riders relieve themselves on the lawn of Darien residents

By Billie Owens

A caller on Broadway Road in Darien reports that a blue and silver limousine out of Buffalo stopped in front of her house and several of its passengers got out and urinated on her lawn before continuing their journey eastbound on Route 20.

Car wreck at Sumner and Colby roads, Darien

By Billie Owens

A one-car accident is reported at Sumner and Colby roads in Darien. The vehicle is on its side and a person is complaining of back pain. Darien Fire Department and Mercy medics are responding.

UPDATE 11:44 a.m.: The male patient, who recently had back surgery, is being transported to an area hospital. Darien fire is back in service and the vehicle is being towed away.

 

Person in black Chevy Silverado said to have tossed cat out the window

By Billie Owens

A person reportedly tossed a cat out of the window of a moving vehicle in the vicinity of Darien Lake Theme Park. The vehicle is said to be a 2002 black Chevy Silverado registered to a Corfu resident. The vehicle was last seen heading west on Route 33. Law enforcement is searching for it now.

UPDATE 6:41 p.m.: The complainant told an officer that the cat was tossed out the driver's side window, north of the theme park's camping entrance. It was white, and it rolled a few times and then ran off. Someone is looking for it to check its well being and officers are still searching for the Silverado.

UPDATE 7:03 p.m.: A State Trooper found the suspect and interviewed her. The woman said that the cat is hers and that "it was underneath her car and not thrown." The Trooper is back in service. No word on whether the cat was found or if the owner is going back to try and retrieve her pet.

Thirty-six people arrested or issued citations at John Mayer concert at Darien Lake

By Howard B. Owens

The following people were arrested by the Sheriff's Office during the John Mayer Concert at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on Tuesday.

Robert M. Murphy, 34, Brixton Trail, Webster, is charged with two counts of assault, 3rd, after allegedly causing two Live Nation security guards injuries while he was being ejected from the venue. One security guard sustained a broken finger and the other Security Guard sustained a severe laceration to his head. Murphy was arraigned in Darien Court and remanded to jail in lieu of $500 bail.

(name redacted upon request), 16, Huntington Court, Williamsville, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Christian R. Amering, 18, Landing Road, North Rochester, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Casey A. Hanson, 19, Monroe Street, Brockport, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Abby E. Vitale, 16, Beanpole Circle, Farmington, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Zachary J. Manners, 19, Lori Lane, Rochester, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Chase A. Squires, 18, Pinyon Court, Clarence Center, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21 after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana and alcohol being under age 21.

Lauren J. Baldwin, 21, Newhouse Road, East Amherst, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

James R. Roberts, 19, Campbell Boulevard, Getzville, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Maxwell J. Gerling, 18, Ross Common Crescent, Fairport, is charged with trespass after allegedly attempting to reenter the concert venue after being ejected and told not to return.

Sarah M. LeGrett, 18, Lantern Lane, Honeoye Falls, is charged with false personation after allegedly providing a false name.

Kevin M. Burke, 17, Chase View Road, Fairport, is charged with disorderly conduct, unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21 after allegedly causing a disturbance in the concert entrance. Burke was also allegedly found to be in possession of marijuana and alcohol being under age 21.

Elizabeth E. Desino, 23, Crestview Drive, Pittsford, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

The following people were issued citations for alleged possession or consumption of alcohol under age 21:

Michael B. McLaughlin, 18, Hillcrest Drive, Penfield
Bryan M. Smith, 20, Charnick Drive, Adams
Jacob M. Witkin, 19, Old Farm Circle, Williamsville
Robert J. Rummings, 19, Campbell Boulevard, Getzville
Teresa M. Braun, 19, Chestnut Crescent, Rochester
Joshua C. Eidem, 18, Bromley Road, Pittsford
Jessica L. Shafer, 18, Blanchard Street, Jamestown
Brianna L. Harris, 18, Van Buren Street, Jamestown
Jacob D. Richter, 19, Beanpole Circle, Farmington
Magdalyn T. Meyers, 19, Niagara Parkway, Stevensville, Ontario, Canada
Allyson J. Fleck, 18, Heritage Drive, Lancaster
Tyler D. Guarasci, 20, Williamsburg Lane, Lancaster
Ryan A. Massino, 18, Division Street, Lancaster
Leanna A. Sherman, 20, Ellington Drive, Rochester
Amber R. Shechter, 19, Pebble Hill Road, Fairport
Emily B. Rosen, 19, Valley Brook Lane, East Amherst
Alyson A. Plucknette, 19, Elmford Road, Rochester
James D. Cairns, 20, Walworth Road, Ontario, Canada
John R. Wise, 18, Downsview Drive, Rochester
Abigail C. G. Caswell, 19, Washburn Street, Lockport
Eric J. Booth, 20, Elmwood Place, Sherrill
Kyle B. Pendell, 18, Wincanton Drive, Fairport
Gregory J. Deppas, 18, Park Street, Jamestown

Barn fire on Sumner Road in Darien

By Billie Owens

The homeowner of property at 2044 Sumner Road reports the barn is on fire. Darien Fire Department is responding along with mutual aid from Corfu and Alexander. The location is between Harper and Walker roads, at the bottom of a hill. There is a truck inside the barn, according to the homeowner, but no hay or animals. Firefighters are told there is a creek to draw water from across from the property.

UPDATE 10:26 a.m.: The blaze is said "to be going pretty good."

UPDATE 10:37 a.m.: "We've pretty well got it knocked down." Equipment at the scene will suffice; those still heading to barn are told to proceed non-emergency.

UPDATE 10:40 a.m.: The barn fire is knocked down and they are starting overhaul.

UPDATE 10:57 a.m.: The fire is out and firefighters are picking up their equipment and preparing to leave.

UPDATE 11:09 a.m.: The assignment is back in service.

Nine arrests reported at Uproar Festival at Darien Lake

By Howard B. Owens

The following people were arrested during the Uproar Festival at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on Sunday.

Zachary T. Pabst, 19, Ryan Street, Buffalo, is charged with DWAI drugs and unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly operating a motor vehicle entering the concert parking lot while under the influence of a drug. He was also found in possession of marijuana.

Louis R. Lopez, 18, Williams Street, Cheektowaga, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Hannah J. Eisenbaum, 19, Oak Wood Avenue, East Aurora, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21 after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana and alcohol being under age 21.

Koree A. Hubbard, 19, Wellington Drive, Derby, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Emily M. Bartlett, 20, Cambier Road, Newark, is charged with criminal possession of a weapon, 4th, unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21 after allegedly being found in possession of a metal knuckle knife, marijuana and alcohol being under age 21.

Alexis J. Keller, 20, Hydesville Road, Newark, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol under age 21 after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana and alcohol being under age 21.

Glenn M. Shaw, 23, Meadow Drive Alden, is charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly pushing a deputy while being escorted from the venue.

James M. Anderson, 21, Haines Street, Kane, Pa., is charged with trespass after allegedly jumping a fence into the concert venue.

John T. Polak, 29, South Western Blvd., Hamburg, is charged with trespass after attempting to reentering the concert venue after being previously ejected and told not to return.

The following people were cited for alleged possession/consumption of alcohol under age 21.

Justin A. Russell, 20, Fredericka Street, North Tondawanda
David A. Daugherty, 20, Maida Drive, Spencerport

Photos: Uproar Festival at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center

By Howard B. Owens

The turnout for the Uproar Festival at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center was moderate -- something over 6,000 paying customers, but those who did make their way to the venue surely weren't disappointed. There was plenty of quality music for the punk/grunge/heavy rock fan.

There were also activities and merchant booths to amuse concertgoers between acts.

While some might think all the of the action was on the main stage, the secondary change may actually have been more entertaining. The bands there were Cry to the Blind, the Chuck Shaffer Picture Show, Dead Daisies, Middle Class Rut, New Politics and Walking Papers.

The Dead Daises are an interesting act -- kind of a super group, though most fans would readily recognize the names of band members, they've all performed on hit records. The Dead Daisies are billed on the band's Web site as a project of former Guns and Roses guitarist Slash, but performing on lead guitar in Darien on Sunday was Richard Fortus, who has also taken on lead guitar duties with Guns and Roses.

Walking Papers was another experienced, tight band that knows how to put on a live show.

Definately in the up-and-coming category is the Chuck Shaffer Picture Show. 

New Politics was entertaining, to say the least, and has a bit of an old-school British Punk vibe to their music.

On the main stage there was Circa Survive, Coheed & Cambria, Jane's Addiction and Alice in Chains.

Great performances all the way around, of course, but it was something special to see Dave Navarro (guitarist, Jane's Addiction, top photo) perform live.

You won't see photos of Alice in Chains here. The band's management insists on pre-publication approval of photos. I won't sign such an agreement. My deal is, I won't tell you what songs to play and you don't tell me what photos to shoot.

Perry Farrell, Jane's Addiction.

Adam Gilbert, drummer with the Chuck Shaffer Picture show.

Richard Fortus, lead guitar, Dead Daisies.

Middle Class Rut

Søren Hansen, guitarist, New Politics.

Anthony Green, Circa Survive.

Claudio Sanchez, Coheed & Cambria.

Claudio Sanchez, Coheed & Cambria.

Woman who drove in front of bus on Route 20, Darien, succombs to injuries

By Billie Owens

Frances McClellan, the 81-year-old driver who reportedly pulled in front of a bus last Wednesday in Darien, succombed on Thursday to critical injuries suffered in the crash, according to State Police.

She was being treated for head trauma at Erie County Medical Center, where she was taken by Mercy Flight following the acccident on Route 20 at Tinkham Road.

The sole passenger on the bus, Stephen Smith, 58, of Bath, suffered a minor leg injury and was treated at the scene. Bus driver Jeremy Hill, 34, of Bath, was not injured.

Photos: Mini motorbikes on Tinkham Road, Darien

By Howard B. Owens

While out in Darien this afternoon, I spotted Cody Fowler and Jeremy Schulz out with a couple of old-school mini motorbikes. I snapped a couple shots of them on Tinkham Road. Fowler said he bought the two bikes a couple of weeks ago for $50. They needed some tinkering to get running, but now they're roarin'.

Photos: Disc golf lessons at Darien Lakes State Park

By Howard B. Owens

Dylan Maychoss, of Pembroke, and Zoe Thayer, of Pembroke, were at the Darien Lakes State Park this morning on the park's disc golf course to practice their game, getting tips from pro Paul Stephens.

Sponsored Post: Disc Golf! The newest sports craze at Darien Lakes State Park!

By Lisa Ace

By Lindsay Hawkins

The Newest Sports Craze at Darien Lakes State Park -- Disc Golf!

Think of traditional golf -- but with Frisbees. There, you have disc golf! If throwing is not your forte (like myself), the course may seem intimidating -- but don’t let that deter you from trying it out at Darien Lakes State Park’s beautiful 18-hole Angry Apple Disc Golf Course.

The object of disc golf, much like traditional, is to “complete each hole in the fewest number of strokes” (or throws in this case), according to the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA). There are even specific discs like there are golf clubs! You start from a tee area and aim for the target  an elevated metal basket. At Darien Lakes, the course winds through an old apple orchard and wooded hills, presenting quite a fun challenge for players. 

Also known as Frisbee golf, disc golf is a great way to spend time outside with family or friends. Kids to seniors can be seen on the course, which starts just behind the contact station at the entrance to the park. There are three separate tees to accommodate all levels of expertise, so everyone can participate!

Doug Kelly, park manager at Darien Lakes, brought the sport to the park over a year ago, to much success. He knew the park had the perfect land and setup for a disc golf course. Professional golfers and amateurs have visited the park solely to try the course. 

“The sport has a fairly easy learning curve so you can get proficient rather quickly,” Kelly said. “The idea for the course was to create a fun design that would cater both to experienced golfers and those who are just being introduced to the sport. It’s a great way to spend a few hours relaxing while playing at your own pace.”

Disc golf actually has a local connection! In 1970, a group of people from Rochester had been playing disc golf with tournaments and leagues -- they even had a championship event by 1972. The next year, they discovered the International Frisbee Association and turned their championship event into a national one -- the American Flying Disc Open. From there, disc golf was incorporated as an event in the World Frisbee Championship, and then the PDGA was formed. 

The course is open year-round (yes, if you are feeling adventurous, you can play in the winter!) The park will soon be renting and selling discs for use on the course, but keep in mind that there is a lot of foliage surrounding the course and you don’t want to lose your disc! 

Players get to see a secluded part of the park, which is both serene and scenic, while getting in some exercise and relaxation. Visit Darien Lakes' hidden treasure and see what this up-and-coming sport is all about!

Darien Lakes State Park is located at 10475 Harlow Road in Darien.
Call (585) 547-9242 for more information about disc golf and the park.

Woman, 81, seriously injured after reportedly pulling onto Route 20 in front of a bus

By Howard B. Owens

An 81-year-old woman reportedly pulled in front of a bus from Tinkham Road, Darien, onto Route 20, earlier this evening and was critically injured in the crash.

Frances McClellan was taken to ECMC by Mercy Flight with head trauma.

State Police are investigating the accident, but initial indications are that McClellan pulled onto Route 20 as a 16-passenger bus owned by Family Life Ministries was approaching the intersection.

There was only one passenger on the bus at the time. Stephen Smith, 58, of Bath, suffered a minor leg injury and was treated at the scene.

The bus driver, Jeremy Hill, 34, of Bath, was not injured.

(Initial Report)

Photo by Alecia Kaus.

Three vehicles collide at Route 20 and Colby Road, Darien

By Billie Owens

An accident with multiple injuries involving three vehicles is reported at Route 20 and Colby Road. One person is said to have a leg injury and the other a head laceration. One female is unconscious. Darien Fire Department is responding, along with Mercy medics and law enforcement.

UPDATE 6:02 p.m.: Vehicles are blocking eastbound traffic. Mercy Flight's availability is checked and ship #5 out of Batavia is available.

UPDATE 6:04 p.m.: Mercy Flight is called and the landing zone will be the southwest corner of the accident scene in an open parking lot.

UPDATE 6:18 p.m.: All victims have been extricated from the vehicles.

UPDATE 6:25 p.m.: Route 20 will be shut down at routes 238 and 77.

UPDATE 6:32 p.m.: Alexander Fire Department is requested to shut down westbound tractor-trailer traffic at routes 20 and 98.

UPDATE 6:42 p.m.: Mercy Flight is transporting one patient to Erie County Medical Center.

 

Photos: Genesee County on an August day

By Howard B. Owens

It was another beautiful day in Genesee County. I had the chance to drive around a bit today, so here are a few photos.

Above, bailing hay on Harper Road, Darien.

The view from Simonds Road and Ellinwood/Brown Road.

Cow crossing on Brown Road.

The view from Thwing Road, Le Roy, this evening.

3rd Annual Prayer Conference

By Tracy Byrnes

PLEASE SAVE THE DATE...Batavia Assembly of God Church is hosting its 3rd Annual Prayer Conference Friday, Sept. 13th, 6:00pm to 9:00pm (registration is from 6pm - 7pm) and Saturday, Sept. 14th, 8:00am to 4pm. The theme for the conference is "Presence, Prayer, and the Power of God". The keynote speaker will be Dick LaFountain. Dick is an accomplished  speaker and a published author of the book, "Time Alone With God". His passion is to motivate a renewed love for prayer and the presence of God in our churches. Workshops will also be available.

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Law and Order: Darien Lake patron reportedly didn't like the cost of his Dip'in Dots

By Howard B. Owens

Anthony Gene Stone, 24, of Delmar Road, Greece, is charged with disorderly conduct. Stone reportedly didn't like the price of his Dip'in Dots while visiting Darien Lake Theme Park and Resort at 6:28 p.m. Saturday. While arguing with the Dip'in Dots attendant, Stone allegedly picked up the cash registered and slammed it back down.

Nathan W. Larson

Nathan W. Larson, 23, of 24 South St., Le Roy, is charged with attempted rape, 1st, and two counts of criminal sexual act, 1st. Larson is accused of attempting to engage in sexual intercourse with a person by force while at a residence in the Village of Le Roy on Saturday. During the incident, Larson allegedly engaged in other sexual conduct against the victim both by force and while the victim was incapable of consent by reason of being physically helpless. Larson was jailed on $15,000 bail.

Jennifer Lyn Stack, 27, of 46 S. Main St., lower, Batavia, is charged with petit larceny. Stack allegedly stole $105 cash that was stowed in a vehicle.

Adam R. Mcleod, 27, of 37 Austin St., Rochester, is charged with harassment, 2nd, and criminal obstruction of breaking or blood circulation. Mcleod was allegedly involved in a domestic incident at a residence on Elm Street in Batavia at 2 a.m. Saturday.

Steven A. Acevedo, 23, of 238 Ellicott St., upper front, Batavia, is charged with harassment, 2nd, menacing, 3rd, coercion, intimidation to instill fear of injury and criminal mischief. Acevedo was allegedly involved in a domestic incident Wednesday at his residence. Acevedo was ordered held without bail.

Kenneth J. Schmoke, 57, of 132 State St., #2, Batavia, is charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance. Schmoke is accused of possessing prescription medications and drug paraphernalia.

Patricia A. Dulmage, 18, of 20 Dellinger Ave., Batavia, is charged with criminal mischief.  Dulmage is accused of damaging property of another family member during a domestic incident.

Richard C. Hutchinson, 43, of 3 Walnut St., Batavia, is charged with petit larceny. Hutchinson is accused of shoplifting from Tops.

Nicholas Ian Iacubucci, 24, of Trabold Road, Rochester, is charged with disorderly conduct. Iacubbucci was allegedly obstructing traffic on Route 77 in front of Darien Lake Theme Park at 10:59 p.m., Tuesday. Iacubucci was reportedly intoxicated at the time.

Sean Nevan Lindquist, 50, of Judge Road, Basom, is charged with felony DWI, felony driving with a BAC of .18 or greater, felony aggravated unlicensed operation, criminal possession of a controlled substance, 7th, and possession of a controlled substance not in original container.  Lindquist was arrested following an investigation by Deputy Patrick Reeves into a one-car accident on Martin Road, Alabama, at 10:19 p.m. Saturday. Lindquist allegedly drove his vehicle too fast around a curve, lost control, and the vehicle went into a ditch.

Cody J. Sundown, 23, of Skye Road, Alabama, is charged with felony DWI, felony driving with a BAC of .08 or greater, felony aggravated unlicensed operation, driving without an interlock device, criminal mischief, 4th, no seat belt, loud exhaust and leaving the scene of a property damage accident. Sundown was arrested following an investigation by Deputy Jason Saile into a report of criminal mischief on Skye Road at 4:41 a.m., Saturday. Sundown allegedly drove over a mailbox on Skye Road.

Donald Wayne Sczepanski, 50, of Alleghany Road, Darien Center, is charged with felony DWI, felony driving with a BAC of .08 or greater, unsafe passing and unsafe tire. Sczepanski was arrested following an investigation by Deputy Patrick Reeves into a motor-vehicle accident at 9:19 p.m. Friday on Route 238, Alexander. Sczepanski reportedly lost control of his vehicle while allegedly attempting to pass another vehicle. His car wound up in a ditch.

Timothy Lee Shuknecht, 23, of Oak Orchard Road, Elba, is charged with unlawfully dealing with a child, 1st. Shuknecht allegedly provided alcohol to a person under age 21.

Larry Charles Bayles, 52, of East Wautoma Beech Road, Hilton, is charged with possession of more than 400 untaxed cigarettes, speeding, consumption of alcohol in a motor vehicle and unlawful possession of marijuana. Bayles was stopped at 4:10 p.m. July 28 on West Sweden Road, Bergen, by Sgt. Ron Meides.

Jared L. Long, 43, of Bergen, is charged with DWI and driving with a BAC of .08 or greater. Long was stopped at 8:40 p.m. Saturday on Prole Road, Stafford, by State Police.

The Orleans County Sheriff's Office reports that 19 people, including people from Genesee County, were cited Sunday morning for possession or consumption of alcohol under age 21 following a complaint of a loud party on New Guinea Road, west of Upper Holley Road. Deputies found several cars, a camper, several tents and a large bonfire. There were some 60 to 70 people at the party, most of them consuming alcohol, according to the press release. The property owner, who was not present, was notified and he declined to press trespassing charges.

Law and Order: Man accused of stealing and using credit card

By Howard B. Owens

Jayme Jack Ellsworth, 36, of 14 McKinley Ave., Batavia, is charged with grand larceny, 4th, and identify theft, 3rd. Ellsworth is accused of stealing the credit card of another person and using it.

Sean Matthew Murphy, 21, of McKinley Parkway, Blasdell, is charged with DWI, driving with a BAC of .08 or greater and moving from lane unsafely. Murphy was stopped at 11:03 p.m. Tuesday on Sumner Road, Darien, by Deputy Dana Richardson.

Derik Frazier Preston Sharkey, 18, of Center Street, Horseheads, is charged with disorderly conduct. Sharkey is accused of becoming disorderly after being ejected from the concert at Darien Lake and refusing to leave and pushing security.

Tiffany Elizabeth Schultz, 18, of Sanford Road, Perry, is charged with criminal trespass, 3rd. Schultz was allegedly found on Darien Lake Theme Park property at 5:45 p.m Monday after previously being banned from the property.

Shiasia Unique Hill,18, of Herald Street, Rochester, was arrested on a bench warrant for alleged failure to pay a fine related to a petit larceny arrest. Hill was jailed on $250 bail.

Eva A. Twichell, 47, of East Aurora, is charged with DWI and driving with a BAC of .08 or greater. Twichell was stopped at 9:41 p.m. Sunday in the Town of Batavia by State Police.

Lil’ Wayne fans keep deputies busy during concert at Darien Lake

By Howard B. Owens

The following people were arrested during the Lil’ Wayne Concert at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center on Tuesday.

Sophia P. Frank, 19, Kraig Road, Pittsford, is charged with trespass after allegedly refusing to leave the concert venue after being told numerous times to leave. Frank was jailed on $250 bail.

Shawn M. Gombos, 24, South Park Parkway, Buffalo, is charged with trespass after attempting to reenter the concert venue after being ejected and told not to return. Gombos was jailed on $250 bail.

Jelyejuan J. C. Walker, 18, Colt Street, Geneva, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Tiffany A. Pope, 18, Forest Hill Drive, Williamsville, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Kevin J. Goldsmith, 20, Brook Court, East Amherst, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Paul C. Reinis, 19, Shoecraft Road, Penfield, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Andrew J. Lawrence, 18, Norris Street, Buffalo, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession of alcohol after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana and alcohol.

Jeffrey V. Janese, 18, Woodland Avenue, Niagara Falls, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Christian A. Fieckert, 19, Amherst Drive, Buffalo, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Cody H. Bauth, 19, Hirschfield Drive, Williamsville, charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Michael J. Diliberto, 18, Moulton Avenue, Tonanwanda, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Zacharie T. Capozzi, 18, Glenhurst Road, Tonawanda, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Bradley A. Thomas, 18, Lynbrook Avenue, Tonawanda, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Joshua L. Cunningham, 19, Old Country Road, Rochester, is charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly fighting with security while being ejected from the concert venue.

Aaron J. Haskell, 24, Daywood Drive, Baldwinsville, is charged with criminal trespass, 3rd, after allegedly reenter the concert venue after being ejected and told not to return.

Jacob D. Raczka, 23, Boncroff Avenue, West Seneca, is charged with trespass and disorderly conduct after allegedly engaging in a fight in the concert line and then reentered the concert venue after having been ejected for the earlier fight.

Marissa E. Brucato, 18, Splendorwood Drive, Penfield, is charged with criminal trespass, 3rd, after allegedly reentering the concert venue after having been previously ejected.

Aaron J. Goodspeed, 17, Tift Street, Buffalo, is charged with trespass after allegedly attempting to enter the concert venue after having been previously ejected and told not to return.

Jacob R. Brock, 20, Ward Road, North Tonawanda, is charged with trespass after allegedly refusing to leave Darien Lake property after being told several times.

Ryan C. Elliott, 16, Shores Road, Ulster, Pa., is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana after allegedly being found in possession of marijuana.

Amastushia L. Spikes, 22, Columbia Avenue, Batavia, is charged with three counts of harassment, 2nd, after allegedly striking a security guard and two other people while being ejected from the concert.

Christina M. Laughlon, 25, Lasalle Avenue, Niagara Falls, is charged with trespass after allegedly attempting to reenter the concert venue after being ejected and told not to return.

Maverick R. McMurray, 24, Columbia Avenue, Batavia, charged with harassment, 2nd, after allegedly punching another subject in the head several times.

Ryan J. Keyes, 21, Irvine, charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly engaging in a fight while refusing to leave the venue.

The following people were issued citations for allegedly consumption/possession of alcohol under age 21.

Andrew J. Mikos, 17, Washington Street, Geneva
Joshua J. Krause, 19, Seasons Trail, Webster
Taryn E. Laffin, 19, Finwood Drive, Baldwinsville
Jade M. Massimi, 19, Penora Street, Depew
Kacey D. Ezra, 18, Parkdale Ave Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada
Patrick G. Stairs, 17, Helena Street, Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada
Joshua C. Rosettani, 17, Parkdale Avenue, Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada
Tara M. Songster, 20, School Street, Farmersville
Adrian Skudrinja, 18, Oakview Drive, Williamsville
Janelle N. Migliore, 17, Culpepper Road, Williamsville
Erika L. Rouland, 18, Keli Drive, Waterloo
Cady J. Rouland, 18, Keli Drive, Waterloo
Jessica M. Conkey, 18, Waterloo-Geneva Road, Waterloo
Kyle L. Lipp, 20, Arbor Road, Walworth
Ashley M. Monti, 20, East Main Street, Mount Jewett, Pa.
Samantha M. Battaglia, 20, Greeves Street, Kane, Pa.
Daniel R. Gocher, 19, Feigle Road, Lockport
Shanna M. Krugolets, 17, Ranch Trail, West Amherst
Hannah A. Laschiavo, 19, Millersport Hwy. Amherst
Zachary P. Rodems, 19, Glenn Oak Drive, East Amherst
Julian M. Richmond, 19, South Roberts Road, Dunkirk
Andrew J. Mast, 17, Martin Road, Clarence
Christopher J. Jackson, 19, Pendale Circle, North Tonawanda
Troy W. Berger, 19, Brockmoore Drive, East Amherst
Dylan P. Murphy, 18, Dawn Avenue, Angola
Michaela A. Stepniak, 18, Erie Road, Angola
Ashley M. House, 20, County Route 87, Hammondsport
Brandon A. Bullock, 20, Hundrat Drive, Parker Heights, Texas
Paul D. Gohlman, 19, Maple Beach Road, Geneseo
Charles J. Biddle, 20, Braunview Way, Orchard Park
Jason H. Kasper, 20, East Green Street, Olean
Jared J. Mitchell, 19, Irving Street, Olean
Alberto Rodriguez, 20, Scenic Circle, Rochester
Bria P. Cole, 19, Pleasant Street, Pottsdam
Sterling T. Jones, 19, East Avenue, Lockport
Atiana L. German, 18, Youngs Road, Williamsville
Chelsea M. Sutterlin, 19, South Union Street, Olean
Brennan J. McDonnell, 20, Woodridge Avenue, Buffalo
Aaron D. Ritter, 19, Courtly Circle, Rochester
Cody C. Cook, 17, Mayberry Drive, East Buffalo
Jacob M. Swiatowy, 19, Porter Avenue, Batavia
Nicholas J. Mungillo, 18, Union Square Batavia
Jeffrey C. White, 20, Bennett Road, Bloomfield
Michael E. Sciarratta, 19, Wendover Road, Penfield
Patricia L. Snavely, 17, School Street, Victor
Emily A. Baumgartner, 17, Gannett Road, Farmington
Jeffrey T. Kosakowski, 18, Cadyville Road, Livonia
Ryan P. Brogan, 19, Hosmer Drive, Syracuse
Katelyn N. Hemmingway, 17, Lyndale Avenue, Tonawanda
Sarra T. Kashyap, 19, West 8th Street, Columbus, Ohio
Adel R. Adam-Eskander, 17, Berg Street, Ontario, Canada
Franjo B. Taber, 19, Crowley Avenue, Buffalo
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Victim of alleged assault at Kid Rock concert making progress

By Howard B. Owens

A man who suffered a serious head injury during an altercation at the Kid Rock concert at Darien Lake on July 6 is making medical progress, according to a Facebook page maintained by his family.

Jason McNeil, 43, of Tuscaloosa, Ala., has reportedly been sitting up and communicating with his family.

Here's an entry from Sunday:

Today was a good day. Jason was sitting up, waiting on our arrival. He looked himself and even gave me a kiss! I also got the "I love you" sign before we had to leave. He was exhausted by the end and we left him to rest. Praying for more good days to come.

The man who allegedly hit him, Craig Malcolm Lawson, 34, of Talbot Street, Courtland, Ontario, Canada, was originally scheduled for a court appearance this evening, but that appearance has been rescheduled to Sept 3.

The attorney handling the case for the prosecution, Robert Zickl, is out of the office today, so we don't know why the appearance was rescheduled, but it's also not unusual to change appearance dates at this stage of proceedings.

Lawson was initially charged with a misdemeanor, assault in the third degree, and while it's possible the charge could be upgraded to a felony of assault, 2nd, the prosecution would need to prove the suspect intended to cause serious physical injury to sustain the charge.

According to witness accounts, McNeil was hit once and fell backward, striking his head on the pavement.

He was initially in a coma but according to the Facebook page, he appears to be conscious and aware of the people around him over the past few days.

McNeil, originally from Alden, is reportedly well known in Tuscaloosa for his volunteer and charity work.

His family set up a donation page to help assist with his medical needs, which has so far received more than $44,000 with 11 days left to reach a goal of $50,000. Among the apparent donors was Kid Rock, who reportedly gave $5,000.

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