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Let it GLOW: Sidewalk art, a 100 days to graduation celebration, and more are part of the developments in Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming and Livingston counties.
https://www.thedailynewsonline.com/bdn01/let-it-glow-a-little-color-in-pike-paying-it-forward-in-warsaw-and-more-tidbits-from-the-glow-region-20200331
People are continuing to find ways to make the most of a crisis.
Police agencies have experienced a significant drop-off in calls for service in Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming counties. Combined with a ban on visits and area jails have been quiet.
https://www.thedailynewsonline.com/bdn01/jails-have-been-quiet-during-shutdown-four-parolees-released-in-region-per-state-orders-20200331
BATAVIA — Local jails have been relatively quiet during the past few weeks as all programs have been shut down, inmate visitation cancelled and weekend inmates barred from the facilities.
Here's a morning update on COVID-19 cases in the GLOW region. Genesee County has experienced its first fatality while three people have recovered in Wyoming County.
BATAVIA — Genesee County has announced that it had its first death to COVID-19 as of 2 p.m. Monday.
Everyone has bad hair days and it is usually because we really need a haircut! Today, Miss Mack tells the story of how "Even Monsters Needs Haircuts".
Happy Tuesday! I hope you enjoy today’s read aloud, “Even Monsters Need Haircuts”.
Take a look at the Batavia Daily News’ first and second team all-stars, along with a long list of honorable mentions.
Deciding on this year’s Batavia Daily News’ Boys Basketball Player of the Year was an incredibly difficult process. Two players stood out above the rest, but not above one another, making the choice between the two nearly impossible.
This past Friday night, on the most-recent episode of Inside High School Sports, we announced this year's 'Fab-5' Boys Basketball Team, including our Co-Players of the Year, Coach of the Year, Second Team All-Stars, and Honorable Mention.
#FYI - From the Holley Central School District:
Effective March 30, the Holley Elementary School playgrounds are closed until further notice.
STAYING SAFE: An important reminder in #LeRoy. #CoronaVirus2020
Photo: Village of Le Roy Police Department Facebook
In the midst of this crisis, feel free to take a moment, and in the comments below, provide a shout out to a doctor who makes an impact in your life and the lives of your family. She or he deserves it!
UPDATE 4:45 p.m.: The first coronavirus death has been reported in Genesee County. The person was described as more than 65 years old with underlying health conditions, and had been admitted to the hospital on March 16.
BATAVIA — Genesee County has reported its first death related to COVID-19.
WORTHY CAUSE: Red Wings donate 300,000 medical-grade gloves to Monroe County.
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Red Wings have donated 300,000 medical grade gloves to Monroe County. Members from the Food and Beverage Department loaded up a county truck earlier Monday.
https://www.thedailynewsonline.com/wdt_repository/advertising_files/batavia/open.pdf
Genesee Feeds
Pellegrino Auto Sales
That Taco Place
Waters Basement Services, Inc.
John's Studio & Hodgins Printing
Main St. Pizza Company
Brian’s USA Diner
Ficarella's Pizzeria
Bourbon & Burger Co.
Caryville Inn
Letchworth Pines
The Coffee Press - Eatery & Wine Bar
Alabama Hotel
Cedar Street Sales and Rental
Subway
Roman's
Batavia's Original Pizzeria
TF Brown's
Cinquino's Pizza
Center Street Smokehouse
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is continuing to call for health care workers to help fill the deep need for providers to handle the COVID-19 crisis. A total of 66,497 people statewide had tested so far as of this morning.
ALBANY — Gov. Andrew Cuomo continues to ask healthcare workers across the country to come and help New York fight COVID-19.
"Many people have been seen at the parks on playground equipment, playing basketball and football,” Albion village officials said. They're urging people to remember and follow COVID-19 precautions.
ALBION — The Village of Albion has closed all village parks effective immediately.
It's peanut butter time, err, Miss Mack reading time for this Monday as she reads to her students and your's stuck at home!
Happy Monday everyone!! I hope you enjoy today’s read aloud by Lisa Broadie Cook, “Peanut Butter and Homework Sandwiches”!
Here's a list of county resources and their status in Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming and Livingston counties.
County government offices across the four-county GLOW region remain closed to the public and operating under some operational restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19, or the coronavirus. However, some staff in those offices are still working - taking calls, responding to requests, check...
#Update: Gov. Andrew Cuomo extends #NYS's "PAUSE" until April 15th and expects the apex of the #CoronaVirus2020 to occur at different times across the state. Cuomo also urges hospitals to work together, saying "no hospital is an island."
ALBANY — In his daily address Sunday on the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo extended the state’s time-out from life and business as usual through April 15.
STORM CLOUDS: Contributor Pam Moore spotted the approaching storm at #Barre in #OrleansCounty coming in from the west just after 3 p.m.
#FYI: Details on why "flattening the curve”is important to preventing a new outbreak of #CoronaVirus2020 cases.
Media coverage of COVID-19 often includes the phrase “flattening the curve.”
#FYI: Tips on practicing safe social distancing during the #CoronaVirus2020 outbreak.
As COVID-19 continued to spread across the world, it quickly became evident that the public would have to take drastic measures to slow the transmission.
#WXAlert: #SevereThunderstormWarning until 3 p.m. for #Genesee & #Orleans counties as well as the northern portion of #WyomingCounty. The US National Weather Service Buffalo NY expect wind gusts to 70 mph and advises to go inside immediately.
#BDN: https://bit.ly/3dNs7Oa
#FYI: Our Community Support #COVID19 Map continues to add resources for residents of the #GLOW region. Be sure to check out all of the available information. #BDN: https://bit.ly/2wOCDnB
#Update -#WXAlert: A #SevereThunderstormWatch for all of #WNY has been added to the #WindAdvisory issued earlier today. Forecasters say there is a marginal risk of severe storms during the watch which is in effect until 6 p.m.
Additional info on the wind advisory for #Genesee, #Orleans & #Wyoming counties: https://bit.ly/2QOk89F
A line of gusty showers and scattered thunderstorms will sweep east across the area this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service, which has issued a severe thunderstorm watch that includes the entire four-county GLOW Region.
#GamerGal; The spread of the #CoronaVirus2020 has had no major impact on the Gamer Gal's life online. In fact, it has brought her closer to at least one family member, at of course, a safe social distance.
I live alone, and while my family is only an hour away, they live in Erie County where the coronavirus has begun to slowly spread. Most of my social life when it comes to interacting with people physically comes from work when I’m not at my parents, and since I started working at home, even that.....
#FYI: The Genesee Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse remains open during the #COVID19 outbreak and will provide treatment services with some modifications.
BATAVIA — The Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse remains open during the COVID-19 pandemic with modifications in place to protect the health of patients and staff.
#WXAlert: An approaching cold front this afternoon will produce showers and thunderstorms as well as gusting winds. A #WindAdvisory is posted for #Genesee, #Orleans & #Wyoming counties from 2 p.m.-11 p.m. tonight. Expect the strongest gusts, up to 50 mph, later this afternoon and early this evening with steady winds from 20-30 mph during the advisory. #NWS: https://bit.ly/2QOk89F
The National Weather Service is your best source for complete weather forecast and weather related information on the web!
#OverlookedOrleans: At #PointBreeze on Lake Ontario, a hotel stood at the same site almost continuously since about 1840. It's also the same location once occupied by the former Barbary Coast and Lakeland Hotel.
A glass plate negative was recently found in a collection of images within the Department of History. Although the collection is not labeled, it is believed that the photographs are from the Carlton and Point Breeze area. Based on the content of the other images, the photograph accompanying this col...
Local Chamber of Commerces are coming to the aid of small businesses to deal with the impact of the #CoronaVirus2020.
The Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce is selling gift cards to local businesses.
Although there is a daily limit, we wanted to share this offer with area healthcare professionals who are working above and beyond in this crisis. Click on image to see the full message from Crocs.
#FYI: A warning from New York's Attorney General Letitia James that scammers are using various techniques to gain personal information to divert the pending stimulus payments coming from the federal government.
WATERTOWN — The attorney general’s office has been receiving reports of scammers attempting to steal personal financial information by using the news of the federal government sending payments to people across the country as part of a economic relief stimulus package.
#Latest: #GeneseeCounty has one additional confirmed #COVID19 case while three more have tested positive in #LivingstonCounty.
Genesee County has one new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and Livingston County has three more cases, according to the latest updates by health department officials.
#Update: Latest actions - Gov. Andrew Cuomo orders #NYS presidential primary pushed back to June and officially extends state tax filing deadline. #CoronaVirus2020
ALBANY — Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Saturday issued an executive order moving the state’s presidential primary election from April 28 to June 23 due to growing coronavirus concerns.
GOLF OPEN: Local courses are open but guidelines must be followed.
Golf courses in New York state are allowed to remain open but must follow specific, state-mandated guidelines while the state is under Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s “New York State on PAUSE” executive order, according to information from the Governor’s Office and Empire State Development.
#CoronaVirus2020: A Norwegian company is using data from cellphones to measure the effectiveness of social distancing practices.
A Norwegian data analysis company is using GPS data from millions of Americans’ smartphones to determine to what extent they’re adhering to social distancing measures and whether such actions are helping limit the spread of the coronavirus in the U.S.
#DeSmit: The inspiration behind #LetItGLOW.
Since 1992 it has been my job as a police beat reporter to bring you news of death and destruction and sadness and grief.
Response rates for the #Census2020 in the #GLOW region are above the average for #NYS. However, the impact of the #CoronaVirus2020 has had an impact on outreach efforts.
ALBION — Even with the coronavirus on the public’s mind, GLOW region counties are slightly above the state average when it comes to self-response to the 2020 census.
#CoronaVirus2020: Got the meat? If you do, it's in demand. Local meat markets are experiencing a brisk surge in business.
BATAVIA — It’s not just toilet paper, hand sanitizer and bottled water which have been in popular demand over the past few weeks.
#WeekendFocus: United Memorial Medical Center is taking the steps to prepare the #Bataviia facility for the anticipated surge in #COVID19 cases.
BATAVIA — United Memorial Medical Center is planning to expand the its surge capacity as the confirmed cases of COVID-19 continue to grow, UMMC President Daniel Ireland said during a briefing Friday.
The Attica Central School District is large geographically, but the bonds are tight as a parade of vehicles occupied by teachers and staff drove 60 - 70 miles Friday to drive home the message to students: We miss you and love you. #BDN: https://bit.ly/3dyRpiN #CoronaVirus2020
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/27/2020) | On the next episode of Inside High School Sports, presented by the Tonawanda Federal Credit Union: -The Alexander softball team after their video went viral -Cal-Mum boys basketball head coach Dan Dickens after learning that his team's season was officially over -We release the boys and girls basketball 'Fab Five' teams, which include Coach of the Year and Player of the Year
Be sure to tune in tonight (within the hour) for the latest episode of Inside High School Sports, as we will be revealing The Batavia Daily News ‘Fab-Five’ boys and girls basketball teams along with our players and coaches of the year. 🏀⛹️♀️⛹️
Tiger Pride in Warsaw running strong!
Tiger Cubs, You can count on us! We'll be there!
There's no stopping the #Savings in Saturday's #DailyNews! $503 in #coupons will save you many times over the cost of the weekend edition. By the way, don't forget to support our locally-owned businesses (including restaurants) during this critical time. They are the bedrock of our communities.
Genesee/Orleans Health Department Director Paul Pettit said that of the three new cases, two are more than 65 years old and live in the central part of the county. The other is under 65 and lives in the western part.
BATAVIA — Genesee County has three new confirmed cases of COVID-19, the only county in the GLOW region to see any new cases.
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This past Friday night, on the most-recent episode of Inside High School Sports, we announced this year's 'Fab-5' Boys Basketball Team, including our Co-Players of the Year, Coach of the Year, Second Team All-Stars, and Honorable Mention.
This past Friday night, on the most-recent episode of Inside High School Sports, we announced this year's 'Fab-5' Boys Basketball Team, including our Co-Players of the Year, Coach of the Year, Second Team All-Stars, and Honorable Mention.
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/27/2020) | On the next episode of Inside High School Sports, presented by the Tonawanda Federal Credit Union: -The Alexander softball team after their video went viral -Cal-Mum boys basketball head coach Dan Dickens after learning that his team's season was officially over -We release the boys and girls basketball 'Fab Five' teams, which include Coach of the Year and Player of the Year
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/27/2020) | On the next episode of Inside High School Sports, presented by the Tonawanda Federal Credit Union: -The Alexander softball team after their video went viral -Cal-Mum boys basketball head coach Dan Dickens after learning that his team's season was officially over -We release the boys and girls basketball 'Fab Five' teams, which include Coach of the Year and Player of the Year
Attica teachers and first responders had a parade Friday in Attica to greet their students on a parade route around the school district. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
Details on the re-opening of Terry Hills Golf Course from course general manager Danielle Rotondo.
Details on the re-opening of Terry Hills Golf Course from course general manager Danielle Rotondo.
On Monday night, in a video that went viral the Alexander softball team took turns providing the audience with an exciting take on infield/outfield practice which included fielding a ground ball on a roof, catching a line drive while standing on a horse and snaring a fly ball while diving into a creek. Full interview will be aired on the next episode of Inside High School Sports.
On Monday night, in a video that went viral the Alexander softball team took turns providing the audience with an exciting take on infield/outfield practice which included fielding a ground ball on a roof, catching a line drive while standing on a horse and snaring a fly ball while diving into a creek. Full interview will be aired on the next episode of Inside High School Sports.
Stafford Celebrates its Bicentennial today, March 24, 2020. This video has portions of the remarks of those speaking. To view the entire ceremony click the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR1f5J9Qjxc
Today, our own Alex Brasky sat down with Cal-Mum head boys basketball coach/softball coach Dan Dickens to speak about the cancellation of the NYSPHSAA Winter Championships, as well as the postponed spring season. Dickens also spent time discussing his experience as a health teacher during this tough time. Full episode coming up on the next episode of Inside High School Sports, which is aired every Friday night.
Today, our own Alex Brasky sat down with Cal-Mum head boys basketball coach/softball coach Dan Dickens to speak about the cancellation of the NYSPHSAA Winter Championships, as well as the postponed spring season. Dickens also spent time discussing his experience as a health teacher during this tough time. Full episode coming up on the next episode of Inside High School Sports, which is aired every Friday night.
Northgate Church at 8160 Bank St. Road in Batavia is having a food collection for the Salvation Army today, March 23, 2020. The drop off time will end at 4pm today. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
During a time of crisis, it's important for the community to come together. That's what the Batavia football team has been doing, as Coach Briggs explains while on his way to help a neighbor in need. The interview was recently aired on the latest episode of Inside High School Sports, which also included interviews with Elba's CJ Gottler and Notre Dame's Rick Rapone. WATCH: https://www.facebook.com/477467210541/posts/10163205939040542/
During a time of crisis, it's important for the community to come together. That's what the Batavia football team has been doing, as Coach Briggs explains while on his way to help a neighbor in need. The interview was recently aired on the latest episode of Inside High School Sports, which also included interviews with Elba's CJ Gottler and Notre Dame's Rick Rapone. WATCH: https://www.facebook.com/477467210541/posts/10163205939040542/
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/20/2020) | On this week's episode, which is brought to you by Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union: -Batavia football head coach Brennan Briggs chats with us on his way to help out a neighbor in need. -Notre Dame head baseball coach Rick Rapone, who was appointed this past week. -Elba's defending sectional golf champion CJ Gottler, who is battling frustration which has come as a result of the delayed season.
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (0320/2020) | On this week's episode, which is brought to you by Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union: -Batavia football head coach Brennan Briggs chats with us on his way to help out a neighbor in need. -Notre Dame head baseball coach Rick Rapone, who was appointed this past week. -Elba's defending sectional golf champion CJ Gottler, who is battling frustration which has come as a result of the delayed season.
The delay in scholastic sports has been tough on everyone, especially defending sectional golf champion CJ Gottler of Elba, who is dying to get back to practice. The entire interview will be available on the next episode of Inside HS Sports.
The delay in scholastic sports has been tough on everyone, especially defending sectional golf champion CJ Gottler of Elba, who is dying to get back to practice. The entire interview will be available on the next episode of Inside HS Sports.
Difficult news for local golf courses this morning, which had remained open during the current health crisis. All non-essential workforce will be forced to stay at home beginning Sunday at 8 p.m., which means all courses will CLOSE.
A tree limb crushes a car on S. Main St. in Batavia on Friday afternoon. There were no injuries. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
This week our own Nate Rider had a chance to sit down with Notre Dame's new head baseball coach Rick Rapone to discuss his new appointment and his journey that got him to this point. The full interview will be available tonight on the latest episode of Inside High School Sports.
This week our own Nate Rider had a chance to sit down with Notre Dame's new head baseball coach Rick Rapone to discuss his new appointment and his journey that got him to this point. The full interview will be available tonight on the latest episode of Inside High School Sports.
Paul Pettit's COVID-19 Pandemic update was by video conference call today from Orleans County. This is a portion of the video call, view the entire video by clicking the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUS4djSkM2o
This is a portion of the Genesee County COVID-19 Update from officials at the Old County Courthouse from today, March 18, 2020. For the entire press conference click the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PztVBBqcOPI
2019 Muckdogs’ slugger Nic Ready is staying in shape for when the #MiLB and #MLB seasons resume. (video via @nic_ready on Twitter)
Just a few years ago the Le Roy Youth Wrestling Club had just 8-10 members. It now has close to 70. Hear about the growth of the program from those involved.
This is a partial version for the press conference. For a full version of the Genesee County COVID-19 Update by Genesee County Officials visit the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlWrykjzaS0&t=1s
Genesee County Officials COVID-19 Update from Monday March 16, 2020.
The 10th Annual Prom Dress Giveaway was held at the Hope Center in LeRoy on Saturday March 14th. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (1/13/20) | Before they were placed in limbo, the Batavia baseball and softball teams enjoyed opening day on their new turf facility at Van Detta Stadium. Full episode: https://www.facebook.com/640493999335650/posts/3028016687250024/?vh=e&d=n
If sports are happening, we are there. Here in Batavia the 40th season of the Batavia Men’s Hockey League has reached the championship. 2-1 after two periods. Check for photos and story in Tuesday’s edition of the Batavia Daily News.
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (1/13/20) | Alex Brasky and Nate Rider discuss the Coronavirus and how it has impacted high school sports. With school closings being announced throughout WNY, expect spring sports to be affected. Full episode: https://www.facebook.com/640493999335650/posts/3028016687250024/?vh=e&d=n
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/13/2020) | On this week's episode, which is brought to you by Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union: -Hosts Alex Brasky and Nate Rider speak about the effects of the Coronavirus, which has reached a pandemic level. -Batavia baseball and softball celebrate opening day on new multi-use turf facility. -Dansville swimming state champion Aidan Kreiley speaks with sports editor Chris Metcalf about his recent experience. -The Elba girls who are in limbo as winter sports championships have been suspended.
INSIDE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS (03/13/2020) | On this week's episode, which is brought to you by Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union: -Hosts Alex Brasky and Nate Rider speak about the ongoing threat of the Coronavirus, which has reached a pandemic level. -Batavia baseball and softball celebrate opening day on new turf multi-use facility. -Dansville swimming state champion Aiden Kreiley speaks with sports editor Chris Metcalf about his recent experience. -The Elba girls who are in limbo as winter sports championships have been suspended.
Tonight, on the next episode of Inside High School Sports, brought to you by the Tonawanda Valley Federal Credit Union: the Batavia baseball and softball teams have enjoyed early-season practices for the first time in years, thanks to the Blue Devils’ new turf facility.
The Genesee County Sheriff's department introduced the new K-9 added to the department, Rayzor. His handler is Deputy James Stack. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
The Genesee County Youth Coalition sponsored its 31st Annual Youth Conference at GCC on Tuesday March 10, 2020. Youth Motivational Speaker Tom Thelen brings his anti-bullying message to the students. VIDEO BY: MARK GUTMAN/DAILY NEWS
Bob Trombley, who, with his wife, Jackie, co-owns Vintage, 56 Harvester Ave., Batavia, talks about the opening of the store.
Elba head coach Tom Redband, MVP Brynn Walczak, along with All-Tournament Team members Leah Bezon and Taylor Augello following the Lancers’ fourth-straight sectional title win, over Andover.
