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Batavia Saturday News

Nick Sabato — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 13:11:00 GMT

Holland Land Office Museum to open Wedding exhibit today
New York State budget for 2012-13 is passed ahead of schedule
Synthetic marijuana is no longer legal to sell in New York State

Museum Showcases Wedding Gowns From The 1800's

Ashley Hassett — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 21:28:00 GMT

The Holland Land Office Museum’s “Treasured Wedding Memories” exhibit starts Saturday, March 31st. The exhibit will showcase unique wedding gowns from the 1840’s to today.

State Budget Passes Ahead Of Schedule

Ashley Hassett — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:18:00 GMT

New York State's 2012-13 budget passed ahead of schedule. The budget was finished two days ahead of schedule; the deadline was Sunday, April 1^st.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:45:00 GMT

Batavia man arrested on child pron charges
Oakfield woman accused of trying to smuggle drugs into Attica prison
Summer home in Canesus trashed by children

Only American Made Products At National Parks

Ashley Hassett — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:24:00 GMT

A new law could require National Parks to only sell American products.

City Council Member Re-Opens Family Restaurant in Town.

Ashley Hassett — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:17:00 GMT

A Batavia City Council Member is re-opening a Town of Batavia restaurant with family roots.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:12:00 GMT

Jaquetta Simmons indicted for Christmas Eve Walmart assault
Hard freeze forecast for tonight
Sales tax exemption on clothing expanded

Salary Cap On Postal Service Executives

Ashley Hassett — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:37:00 GMT

A bill was introduced Wednesday that would put a cap on the salaries of executives at the United States Postal Service.

Christmas Eve Walmart Attacker Indicted

Ashley Hassett — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:12:00 GMT

26-year old Jacquetta Simmons is being charged with two counts of second-degree assault.

State Tax Exemption For Clothing

Ashley Hassett — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:08:00 GMT

The State sales tax exemption has expanded for clothing.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:21:00 GMT

State budget agreement reached before deadline...
Easier access to amusement ride safety records...
Burglar from Basom skips out on sentencing

The Genesee ARC Gives Back

Ashley Hassett — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:04:00 GMT

This week one local organization is giving back. The Genesse ARC along with all the 55-chapters of NYSARC will be doing some volunteer work.

Admitted Burglar Skips Sentencing

Ashley Hassett — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:56:00 GMT

A warrant has been issued for an admitted burglar. 22-year-old, Benjamin Muntz of Basom failed to appear for his sentencing hearing.

Peace of Mind While On Amusement Rides

Ashley Hassett — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:33:00 GMT

The New York State Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that will increase public knowledge about the safety of amusement park rides.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:39:00 GMT

Batavia City Schools adopt budget
LeRoyan pleads guilty to trying to make Crystal Meth
Another step taken toward City/Town of Batavia merger

Heidi Schollard Was Back In Court Monday

Ashley Hassett — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:45:00 GMT

The Batavia woman facing charges of tax fraud was back in court Monday afternoon.

Protecting Plants From The Frost

Ashley Hassett — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:37:00 GMT

The National Weather Service is calling for freezing temperatures Monday night. The recent warm spell has prompted many plants and trees, especially fruit trees to bloom well ahead of schedule across Western New York. During the cold temperatures many of plants could freeze.

Missing Rochester Teen

Ashley Hassett — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:08:00 GMT

17-year old, Laurie Butler from Rochester has been reported missing.

The City of Batavia is Looking for Advisory Board Members

Ashley Hassett — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:04:00 GMT

The City of Batavia is seeking applications from residents wishing to serve in an advisory capacity to the City on the subjects of neighborhood and downtown revitalization.

Batavia Morning News

Dan Fischer — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:48:00 GMT

Chris Collins in, Hawley out of GOP Congressional race
Freeze warning for tonight
"Tipline" leads to pair of arrests

Certificates For Stillborn Babies

Ashley Hassett — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 01:40:00 GMT

New York State has joined 31 other states in a policy change that will give some women a sense of closure for their loss.

Rochester Recieves Funding For Lead Removal

Ashley Hassett — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 01:30:00 GMT

The City of Rochester will receive $3-million to remove hazardous lead from homes.