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Opinion: The Enemy Arrives by Limousine

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By Angela Larmon of Batavia

“The enemy doesn’t come by boat; he arrives in a limousine.” These words feel especially relevant when considering the renewed push for the STAMP project.

If you grew up in Oakfield, like me, the term “STAMP Project” might stir faint memories from years past. But

Howard W. Hobin

By Joshua Smith

Howard W. Hobin, 85, of Byron, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Unity Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Howard was born May 25, 1937 in Rochester, a son of the late Harold and Margaret (Lyons) Hobin.

Howard was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and loved his cars.  For several years, he was an assistant Boy Scout master.  In his younger years, Howard enjoyed water skiing, swimming and skiing. A veteran, Howard served with the United States Navy and he worked as a quality control analyst for the United States Postal Service.  

Surviving are his wife, Shirley (Ivison) Hobin of Byron; daughters, Lynn (Rich) Strzelecki of Bergen and Kim (Greg) Hungerford of Byron; grandchildren, Brad (Carissa) Strzelecki, Alexa Strzelecki and Jorie Strzelecki and several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his son, Brad A. Hobin.

Howard's Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossroads House, P.O. Box 403, Batavia, NY 14021, www.crossroadshouse.com/donate, Byron Rescue Squad, Attention: Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 210, Byron, NY 14422 or to the GCASA Foundation Scholarship Fund, 430 East Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020.  

Please leave a condolence, share a story, or light a candle at www.bataviafuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements for Howard have been entrusted to the H.E. Turner & Co. Funeral Home, Batavia, (585) 343-8868.

ILGR launches new youth project with help of grant to support disabled youth and families

By Press Release

Press Release:

Independent Living of the Genesee Region (ILGR), serving Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties, is excited to announce the recent awarding of a $371,176 grant by the Greater Rochester Health Foundation and the Rochester Area Community Foundation. This essential funding will establish The Independent Living Youth Project (ILYP), a

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