While calling hours proceeded inside the Gilmartin Funeral Home Wednesday for Dan DiLaura, tow trucks from Dan's Tire and Auto Service were parked on West Main Street in honor of the long-time local businessman. DiLaura passed away Sunday at age 68. A 1971 graduate of Batavia High School, DiLaura opened his first auto shop at 23 on West Main Street, Batavia. Over the years,
Editor's note: This is a continuation of a series about what's happening in the city of Batavia A recent photo published with a mall-related story caught the attention of a couple of merchants. It prominently featured a decorated bucket on the floor, and was a file photo from some time ago. Business owners Bob Chiarmonte, the unofficial president of the Mall Merchants
A woman walked into the Perry Animal Hospital on June 21, crying and with her dog Oddey, according to veterinarian Dr. Laura Westfall. The dog was showing signs of drug intoxication, Westfall said in a statement to police that helped lead to the arrest of Cassandra Elmore, 30, a resident of River Street, Batavia. Elmore, according to Westfall, said that Oddey had gotten into a
Press Release The City of Batavia announces the appointment of Erik Fix to the position of Assistant City Manager for the City of Batavia. Fix was selected following an extensive search for candidates and active recruitment campaign. Erik will assume his new role on Monday July 25th, 2022. A Batavia native and life-long Genesee County resident, Fix holds a Bachelor of Science