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WBTA and The Batavian form cooperative partnership to bring Genesee County local news

By Howard B. Owens

Several readers have noticed that The Batavian and WBTA often cooperate on news stories.

Dan Fischer, owner of WBTA, and I have found we work very well together, and cooperating is advantageous because neither of us employ massive news gathering staffs.

To help us gather more news, and do a better job of informing our readers and listeners, we plan to continue this level cooperation.

A week or so ago, Dan and I agreed we should make the news partner arrangement a little more formal and public, so today you'll notice a new button on the upper right part of the site that makes explicit our content sharing agreement.

Together, we will continue to bring you the most comprehensive and independent Genesee County news coverage available.

On a personal note, I must say, I'm really proud of this arrangement. Dan really knows his business. He's got to be one of the best independent radio station owner/operators in the country. Genesee County is fortunate to have a strong, locally owned radio station in an era where such independence in media is rare.

Beth Kinsley

I saw this coming. I think it is great news. 2 businesses that really care about the future of Genesee County. Congatulations to both of you.

Jun 26, 2009, 12:00pm Permalink
George Richardson

TF Brown's has a Mancuso's Lanes Bowling Coupon that expires 6/27/09. Two hours of bowling with shoes for 10 bucks, two per lane minimum. So, 20 bucks for two hours of bowling with shoes. That's a good deal. Check the WBTA website for coupons and go bowling. They have cold AC and it smells and sounds like a bowling alley, I like that.

Jun 26, 2009, 12:26pm Permalink
bud prevost

Question Howard....does the ban on the name "The Batavian" in the Daily Snooze now extend to BTA? Who cares! You have a great sight that is now augmented by a great independent radio station. Congrats!

Jun 26, 2009, 12:28pm Permalink

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