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There's a light haze hanging over Batavia. It reminds me of smog, which I've seen plenty of in San Diego, Los Angeles and Bakersfield -- a place with the distinction of having the worst air quality in the nation.
There is an air quality alert here in effect until 10
Press Release:
The Genesee County Health Department receives funding from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) to carry out the Healthy Neighborhoods Program (HNP). Residents in the Town and City of Batavia are eligible to participate.
The program offers free home evaluations for asthma triggers, indoor air quality
Check out these highlights of Al Fresco dining locations in Genesee County. Whether it’s a quick bite between stops or a fine waterfront evening, there's a restaurant with outdoor seating for every palate. From cozy country diners to romantic dinners for two, delicious is the name of the game in
Frank Joe Vernon, age 91, passed away at home on June 30, 2024 , after bravely battling congestive heart failure and stage 4 kidney disease.
Joe was born February 22, 1933 in Lake City, Arkansas to Pearl Edgar (Slim) Vernon and Ona Louise Shoemaker.
He is survived by his daughter Lee Ann Patterson, (husband Robert) and his sister Mary Alice Boyer (husband Larry), their children and many nieces and
nephews.
He is predeceased by his loving wife Cynthia May, his brothers, James Crawford, Edward and sister Betty.
Joe came from humble beginnings and went to school in a one-room schoolhouse in Dyess, Arkansas. His first job at age seven was water boy; riding a blind mule to the cotton fields by himself to provide drinking water to the cotton pickers. Joe made a personal decision as a young adult to escape the brutal poverty in Arkansas and make something of himself. He enlisted in the Air Force and served from 1951-1955 during the Korean War. His military training began in Tillamook, Oregon for Airplane Mechanic; then Rocket Propulsion Training in Chanute, IL and then at Cape Canaveral, FL for the First Pilotless Squadron. He was a member of NATO and was stationed in Florence, Italy and Frankfort, Germany. When airplanes needed parts or repair, he and his crew would fly to those locations in Morocco, Libya, Greece, Turkey, Yugoslavia, France & more. The barracks where he was stationed in Italy was in an ancient 50-room villa that is still standing today. He told many exciting stories including one time when the captain asked him to pilot the plane (a C119-Flying Boxcar) to Belgium and land it on a tiny grass airstrip. That was the only time he piloted a plane.
After his service he attended college at Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He met his beautiful wife Cynthia when she roomed with his sister Betty and they married in Mississippi on August 11, 1955. He had two job offers upon graduation, one with U.S. Gypsum in Oakfield, NY and the second in Seattle, Washington. He chose U.S. Gypsum and they moved to Oakfield. He became Superintendent of the Paper Mill and implemented many designs for better production and then went on to be Superintendent of the Board Plant. Toward the end of his career, he took the position of Quality Control Supervisor with U.S. Gypsum for the Northeast U.S., Canada and South America. The job required a lot of traveling troubleshooting issues for commercial and residential. He loved his career and certainly knew everything there was to know about papermaking and wallboard.
He was always worked with his hands and when he was first married, he made most of their furniture. Upon buying their home in Elba he and his wife maintained two huge gardens growing all their own vegetables. They both were very frugal and heated their home with wood we either got out of the forest behind the house or sometimes he had a semi-truck deliver logs which he chain sawed and split by himself to heat the home.
As a hobby, he enjoyed fine woodworking and started building dollhouses for his daughter. They became more intricate over time and he started to make dollhouses from actual house plans, reducing the plans from a foot to half an inch. Overall he has made about 20 dollhouses (all with custom- made furniture) including a full-scale replica of the homestead in Elba. After retirement he put a ship model kit together and that became his real passion. He started to make them from scratch (you know just glue some wood together and start sawing anything away that doesn’t look like a ship.) He has made about 50 sailing ships over the years, which are of museum quality. He had a showing at Go-Art several years ago and the Batavian produced a you-tube video titled “Joe Vernon Sailing Model Ship Building” of which he was very proud of. He showed photos of his ships and spoke of the video to just about every Dr. who took care of him at the Veterans Administration.
He loved unique and fancy vehicles and owned many over the years. He had an Izetta (made by BMW) when they lived in TN which drew a lot of attention. His latest sports car was the BMW Z3 5-speed convertible, which he bought for his wife. He loved driving it and even drove it to kidney dialysis last summer.
He was a remarkable, intelligent and gentle man who will be sorely missed. There are no prior calling hours and services will be private. He will be laid to rest alongside his wife of 63 years.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co., Inc. Funeral Home, Batavia. Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.
What is mixed-income housing? Workforce housing? Low-income housing? Affordable housing? Market-rate housing?
These terms appear frequently in thousands of documents obtained from government agencies by The Batavian for an investigation into how the 55-unit apartment building under construction at Ellicott Station transformed from “luxury” units to apartments eligible for Section 8 rental vouchers.
How did this once promising project go from a complex where all tenants hold down jobs to one where potentially as few as 36 percent of the potential tenants are gainfully employed, and finally, one where the project's actual completion is in doubt?
There may be some federal relief coming to Corfu and Darien for tornado damage clean up after all, according to Assemblyman Steve Hawley.
Hawley announced this morning that the Genesee County communities will be included in an omnibus relief rquest to the Federal Inspection Team along with other counties recently
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Adam Miller Toy and Bicycle
8 Center St., Batavia, NY 14020-3204, (585) 343-0548 Get directions
Toys, models, bikes, yard games -- Adam Miller in Batavia has a wide selection of toys and games and hobby items for kids of all ages.
Affordable Floor Covering
4152 W. Main St. Road # 11 Batavia, NY 14020-1235, (585) 345-1108 Get directions
The floor covering you choose for your home will be the most important feature of your decor. From area rugs, to carpet to tile and linoleum, Affordable Floor Covering can find the best option to help with your home remodeling needs. Ask About 0% Financing Instant Credit.
Alex's Place
9322 Park Road, Batavia, NY 14020, Get directions
One of Western New York's most popular restaurants right in the back yard of Batavia/Genesee County. People drive from all over the region for Alex's ribs, steaks and seafood.
Anglican Community Church
101 Richmond Ave., Batavia, N.Y. (585) 343-5549
A church in the orthodox Anglican tradition in the heart of Batavia. "We believe the Bible is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow."
Barrett's Batavia Marine and Sporting Supplies
411 W. Main St., Batavia, N.Y. 14020, (585) 343-4131
An unparalleled selection of guns for the Western New York sportsman, as well as all of your fishing needs.
Batavia Cycle Center
4988 E. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY 14020-3431, (585) 343-7721, Get directions
Motorcycles, ATVs, lawn mowers, genatorators, parts and expert repair.
Batavia Downs Casino
8315 Park Road, Batavia, NY 14020-1272, (585) 343-3750 Get directions
From harness racing to slot machines, Batavia Downs is one of Western New York's premier entertainment destinations.
Batavia Muckdogs
299 Bank St., Batavia, NY 14020-1615, (585) 343-4231 Get directions
Exciting short-season minor league baseball in the historic New York-Penn League and the wonderful Dwyer Stadium.
Blue Pearl Yoga
200 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020 (585) 230-5430 Get directions
Strengthen your body, increase flexibility, calm your mind and nourish your soul through the ancient practice of yoga.
Bonarigo & McCutcheon
1 Court St. Plaza, Batavia, NY 14020-3102, (585) 344-1994
Attorneys with expertise in business and corporate law, matrimonial and family law, criminal defense, DWI, wills and estates, and real estate.
Carlson's Studio, 39 Jackson St., Batavia, NY 14020 (585) 343-2823, Get directions
Family photos, wedding photos, graduation photos -- Carlson's provides the most memorable photographs available. Carlson's can also handle restoration of your old family photos.
Castilone Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, 306 W. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020. Whether you're in the market for a quality pre-owned car or looking for a great deal on the newest Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep car or truck you can get, check out Castilone.
Cedar Street Sales and Rentals, 111 Cedar St., Batavia, NY 14020-3338, (585) 343-4899, Get directions
Complete yard-tool rental center and leading local dealer of Cub Cadet lawn mowers.
Center Street Smoke House, 20 Center St., Batavia, NY 14020-3204, (585) 343-7470, Get directions
Charles Men's Shop, 200 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2200, (585) 343-2086
Ensure your tuxedo fits. Charles Men's shop can handle all of your special occasion needs, from weddings to graduations; also, a fine selection of men's clothing for all seasons with expert tailoring available on your purchases.
The Color Salon, 35 Center St., Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 815-0236. More than 20 years hair color experience -- "your hair is your most important accessory."
Clor's Meat Market, 4169 W. Main Street Road, 4169 W. Main Street Road
Batavia, NY 14020. From great strip steaks to an outstanding selection of sausagues, Clor's Meat Market always has the freshest, most flavorful meat you can buy.
D & R Depot Restaurant, 63 Lake St., Le Roy, NY 14482, (585) 768-6270. Great food, fantastic meals, cozy, historic atmosphere, D&R is always a great place to dine.
D'n'R Fireplaces and Stoves, 4103 W. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY 14020
Custom fireplaces and wood-burning stoves.
Delavan's Restaurant and Tavern, 107 Evans St., Batavia, NY
This is one of those restaurants you will want to visit frequently in order to try everything on the menu, from the homemade Italian sausage to the slow-cooked ribs.
Diegelman Plumbing, (585) 356-3438
Whether an emergency leak repair, a broken toilet or complete plumbing installation, give Diegelman Plumbing a call.
The Enchanted Florist, 202 E. Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 343-3922 Get directions
Whether for a wedding, a memorial or just to treat your home or office to a fine floral arrangement, The Enchanted Florist can provide you with the perfect bouquet to meet your needs.
Fastec Automotive, 7184 W. Main Road, Le Roy, NY 14482, (585) 502-4623 Get directions
Fastec specializes in foreign car repair, including such makes as Toyota, Nissan, Saab and Mercedes-Benz.
Genesee Feeds, 3860 W. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY 14020-9467 (585) 344-3231 Get directions
Horse feed to dog food, and all the accessories, including toys and chews, Genesee Feeds can meet your pet's need. There's a wide variety of goods also for birds, hamsters and more, including a refrigerated "deli case" for doggie sausages.
Great Kutz
Herbly Wonderful, 3701 Pearl St. Road, Batavia, NY 14020-9569, (585) 343-9227, Get directions
Teas, spices, herbs, mixes, garden ornaments -- Herbly Wonderful offers a variety of items, some of them garden fresh, to make a house more of a home.
Holland Land Office Museum, 131 W. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2021, (585) 343-4727, Get directions
From Joseph Ellicott to the Batavia Muckdogs, learn the history of Genesee County through artifacts and guided tours.
Jackson St. Grill/Belladessa's, 9 Jackson St., Batavia, NY 14020-3201, (585) 343-3655, Get directions
Whether you're looking for a great hamburger or a great pizza, the combination of Jackson St. Grill and Belladessa's offers a great dining experience.
Kravings Kafe, 4152 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Soups, sandwiches, salads -- all fresh and flavorful and ready for lunch or dinner.
The Insurance Center, 50 Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2109, (585) 343-2282, Get directions
Home and auto insurance from people who care, providing personalized service and the best rates available.
Lewis and Lewis, 8316 Park Road, Batavia, NY 14020-1218, (585) 343-3218, Get directions
Workers' compensation and personal injury attorneys.
Main St. Pizza Company, 206 E Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2223, (585) 343-0007, Get directions
Great pizza, wings and subs. Eat in a casual and comfortable dining area highlighted by scenes from old Batavia, or get take-out lunch or dinner.
The Mane Attraction, 99 Main St., Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 343-3377, Get directions
Affordable hair styling, manicure and pedicure and massage all available in one convenient and attractive location.
The Manor House, 427 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2525, (585) 344-2345, Get directions
A spacious, attractive residential retirement environment with plenty of activities and opportunities for socializing.
Matteo & Mullen CPA, 23 Jackson St., Batavia, NY 14020 (585) 344-0444. A local firm for all of your accounting and tax prepreation needs.
Matty's Pizzeria
Max Pies Furniture, 400 S. Jackson St., Batavia, NY 14020-3806, (585) 343-6280, Get directions
Furniture for every room of the house, from recliners and entertainment centers to bunk beds and dining tables.
O'Lacy's Irish Pub, 5 School St., Batavia, NY 14020-3209, (585) 343-3270
An authentic Irish Pub in the heart of Batavia, with a large selection of beers and ales on tap and a lunch and dinner menu that is outstanding. The reuben sandwiches here are renowned.
Oliver's Candies, 211 W. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020, (800) 924-3879, Get directions
Oliver's is legendary through out Western New York, from its mouthwatering chocolates to its rich ice cream.
Optique, 113 Main St Ste 2, Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 344-1345, modern eyeware, stylish glasses, quality sunglasses and contact lens -- Optique is a full-service optician shop.
Pauly's Pizza, 314 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 343-3100, One of Batavia's legendary pizza parlors, with pizza, wings, subs and salads.
Pellegrino Auto Sales, 4060 Pearl St. Road, Batavia, NY 14020-9567, (585) 344-2658, Get directions
Sales, service and leasing. Buy your next car from somebody you trust.
Picasso's Pizza, 419 W. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-1284, (585) 344-5551, Get directions
Pizza, subs and wings, with fast delivery and friendly service.
Present Tense Books, 101 Washington Ave., Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 815-7640, Get directions
New and used books, greeting cards, stationary and other unique items. Stop by and find out about book events and signings.
Pudgie's Lawn and Garden Center, 3646 West Main Road, Batavia, NY 14020, (585) 343-8352, Get directions
Pudgie's is a family-owned, master garden nusery with a Cornell Extension-trained staff.
Reeb Family Moving, 813-8759 or 599-3563
Friendly, reliable, affordable moving whether you live in an apartment or a house.
Roxy's Music Store, 228 W Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-1939, (585) 343-7222, Get directions
Band instruments, accordians, guitars, keyboards, drum kits, sheet music and sound equipment -- Roxy's can meet the needs of any musician. Ask about music lessons.
South Main Country Gifts, 3356 S. Main St. Road, Batavia, New York 14020, (585) 345-1616, Get directions
Handcrafted items, old country charm, candles, teas and toys.
Southside Deli, 300 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020-3602, (585) 344-2220, Get directions
Hot and cold subs, bakery items, salads, sodas and beer.
T.F. Brown's, 214 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2232, (585) 343-1547, Get directions
A popular sports bar with a great selection of beers, multiple TVs for baseball, football, hockey and basketball fans and a great restaurant. Consider booking your party there.
Total Image Hair Salon, 226 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020-3509, (585) 344-0342, Get directions
Call 409-8391 and ask for Sarah or Amanda Lowe for hairstyling and coloring.
Total Image Hair Salon, 226 Ellicott St., Batavia, NY 14020-3509, (585) 344-0342, Get directions
Call 703-3793 and ask for Dawn Williams for hairstyling and coloring.
T-Shirts Etc., 438 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020-2519, (585) 345-1993, Get directions
Custom printing and embroidery of shirts, hats and jackets, and also check out the store for a variety of locally themed t-shirts.
Valle Jewelers, 21 Jackson St., Batavia, NY 14020-3201, (585) 343-3372, Get directions
Wedding sets, anniversary jewelry, diamonds, gold and silver, as well as decorative items for the home. Valle's also provide jewelery repair, sizing and custom settings.
Vintage & Vogue Inspirations, 36 Main St., Le Roy, NY 14482, (585) 502-5333, Elegance, charm and comfort in home decorating.
Here's the verbatim testimony of Byron dairy farmer Robin Denniston-Keller given at the Senate hearing on the dairy industry held at GCC on Thursday.
It's titled "Legislative Responses to the Dairy Crisis: Reforming the Pricing Structure."
"...I am a proud American dairy farmer. My husband and I milk 100 Jersey cows
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