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Arctic Refrigeration Co. of Batavia heating things up

By Jamie VanWyngaarden

This is the second in a series of stories about the 2011 winners of the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce Awards.

Arctic Refrigeration Company of Batavia, Inc. is heating things up in Genesee County and is being honored by the chamber of commerce as the 2011 Business of the Year

Letter to the Editor: GCEDC and STAMP: The Truth About IDA Incentives

By Reader Submitted

The Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC), the regional Industrial Development Agency (IDA) in our area, has taken the first step toward bringing Double Reed—a data center—into our community, next door to the Tonawanda Seneca Nation.

But the fight is far from over. GCEDC still faces several legal and bureaucratic

Batavia City School District Board of Education meeting highlights

By Billie Owens

Press release:

These are the highlights from the Batavia City School District (BCSD) Board of
Education meeting on Monday, April 16:

Superintendent of Schools Margaret Puzio announced that the consolidation and consequent reorganization of the district has been going smoothly due to the cooperation of the Batavia Teachers Association, staff

Tenney reintroduces legislation to address Medicare Advantage cuts and protect senior healthcare access

By Press Release

Press Release:

File photo of 
Claudia Tenney.

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) reintroduced legislation aimed at addressing reductions in Medicare Advantage (MA) access and benefits. The bill addresses reimbursement shortfalls to local MA plans from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Specifically, the bill allows CMS to adjust benchmark amounts based on local

Pavilion bank robbery suspect may have been involved in Rochester and Geneva heists

By Howard B. Owens

Investigators believe they have identified a possible suspect in Friday's robbery of a Five Star Bank in Pavilion, according to Deputy Chief Jerome Brewster.

"We remain very optimistic that we'll be able to solve this," Brewster said.

According to Brewster, there are some "common denominators" with prior bank robbers in

Assemblyman Hawley holds public outreach meeting in Stafford Town Hall

By Billie Owens

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R, I, C – Batavia) is hosting his regular monthly outreach meeting for Genesee County residents at Stafford Town Hall from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4.

“The meeting will provide the people of Western New York with an opportunity to share their thoughts on how to improve the quality of life in our area,” Hawley said. “I strongly encourage all local citizens to attend this event.”

The hall is located at 8903 Route 237 in the Town of Stafford.

All members of the public are invited and encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact Assemblyman Hawley at hawleys@assembly.state.ny.us.

Event Date and Time
2012-04-04T18:00:00 - 2012-04-04T19:00:00

Tops to start carrying Alpina yogurt

By Howard B. Owens

Press release:

Artisan dairy manufacturer Alpina Foods has announced its yogurts will be available at Tops Friendly Markets, a leading grocery retailer in Upstate New York State and Northern Pennsylvania. The supermarket chain will carry Alpina Revive Greek Yogurt and Bon Yurt by Alpina at all Tops Friendly Market locations

Baseball: Elba beats Lyndonville 10-0

By Staff Writer

Elba beat Lyndonville in baseball on Friday 10-0 in a Mercy Rule win.

Mason Vigiano went 4 innings, giving up two hits with 7k and no walks, picking up the win

Nick Scott finished out the game, going two innings, striking out three, and not giving up a hit.

Bing

Photo: DMV drop box installed in Village of Bergen

By Howard B. Owens

Dealing with the DMV just got a little bit easier in the Village of Bergen. At the urging of Trustee Anne Marie Barclay, the county (through the efforts of the County Clerk's Office, and the highway department) installed a DMV drop box outside the village hall.

"One of the things

Today's Deals: Alabama Hotel, Jagged Edges, Salsa & Curry, Spirits, and more!

By Lisa Ace

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 a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Alli's Cones &

Sponsored Post: Bontrager: Now is an excellent time to consider consigning to Bontrager Real Estate & Auction Service's annual Spring Consignment Auction

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Bontrager

Now is an excellent time to consider consigning to Bontrager Real Estate & Auction Service's annual Spring Consignment Auction. Bontrager Auction has been a trusted name since 1935, employing the latest technology to maximize your profits. Our online auction attracts hundreds of bidders from across the United States and

Sam Pies recognized for character, leadership, and more

By Rhonda Pangrazio
Sam Pies receiving WDF Award from BND United coach, John Kirkwood

If you attended last weekend’s BND hockey banquet, you had the opportunity to listen to several fantastic stories about team spirit, hard work, and incredible team achievement.  Batavia's BND United hockey team thrives on unity, mutual respect, and camaraderie. The blend of humor and heartfelt moments during the banquet

Batavia Downs announces it generated $17 million in revenue for education

By Howard B. Owens

Press release:

Batavia Downs Casino generated more than $16.99 million for education during the 2011 fiscal year (April 2011 to March 2012), according to the recently released data by the Division of Lottery. As part of Batavia Downs Casino’s ongoing support of New York education, 51 percent of Batavia Downs

Adept Equipment Services -- the 'go-to-guys' for all things mechanical

By Jamie VanWyngaarden

This is the fourth story in a series about the winners of the 2011 Genesee County Chamber of Commerce awards.

 

In the daunting world of delicate machinery, complicated tools and hulking robotic manufacturing systems, Adept Equipment Services provides peerless expertise for customers around the globe.

Both in house and

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