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Someone has suffered a lacerated finger following a reported car versus motorcycle accident in front of 14 East Ave.

City of Batavia Fire Department and Mercy BLS (non-emergency mode) are responding. The location is between Columbia Avenue and Ross Street.

A 20-year-old man sustained only minor injuries after his car careened off the Thruway, onto the south shoulder of the roadway, flipped and landed on its roof in a ditch.

The driver managed to pull himself out of the wreckage and is being transported by Mercy medics to UMMC.

The accident happened at 4:03 p.m. He was heading eastbound when, for reasons unknown, his Honda sedan veered off the Thruway.

The accident scene was about 20 feet from curve where Park Road becomes Veterans Memorial Drive.

A two-car "T-bone" accident is reported at Sumner and Colby roads in Darien. There are injuries but everyone was conscious at the time of the call to dispatch.

Darien Fire Department and Mercy EMS are responding.

UPDATE 1:02 p.m.: A firefighter says a utility pole was damaged. It doesn't appear to be in danger of toppling over but it was "struck pretty good." One of the cars involved has Indiana plates. Two tows are called, including one flatbed.

UPDATE 1:25 p.m.: Darien fire is back in service.

UPDATE 1:42 p.m.: Mercy medics are taking three people to UMMC and another person is being taken there in a private vehicle. National Grid has been notified abou the damaged pole.

Clor's Meat Market, 4169 W. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY: For the best, most flavorful, juiciest chicken or hamburger in town, hands down, stop by Clor's. Oh, and the steaks are great, too. And the sausage. Clor's also serves lunch and dinners from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. We have a $10 gift card for $5.

Delavan's, 107 Evans St., Batavia, NY: To me, Delavan's is one of those restaurants where you want to eat frequently until you try everything on the menu. We have a $20 gift certificate for $10.

Larry's Steakhouse, 60 Main St., Batavia, NY: The name says it all -- Larry's is a great place for steak. Larry's has a fine dining atmosphere with a great menu and outstanding service. We have a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Oliver's Candies, 211 W. Main St., Batavia, NY: Oliver's, a Batavia landmark, offers the finest chocolate and confections in the area. We have a $20 gift card for $10.

Kravings, Valu Plaza, 4152 W. Main St., Batavia, NY: Kravings offers soups, salads and sandwiches, fresh and flavorful; Monday through Saturday. We have $10 gift certificates for $5.

Stafford Trading Post, 6173 Main Road, Stafford, NY: Lunch or dinner, Stafford Trading Post offers a variety of fresh, homemade meals, as well as snacks and drinks. Now in a new, expanded location. We have a $25 gift card for $12.50.

Alex's Place, 8322 Park Road, Batavia, NY: People come from all over the region for a fine dining experience at Alex's. It's best known for its ribs, of course, but Alex's seafood is also a favorite of the restaurant's diners. We have a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Pudgie's Lawn and Garden Center, 3646 W. Main St. Road, Batavia, NY: it's finally time for spring gardening.  Pudgie’s has everything you need, from bird bathes and flowers of every variety to mulch and fertilizer. We have a $25 gift certificate for $12.50.

Center Street Smoke House, 20 Center St., Batavia, NY: Authentic Southern BBQ, from ribs to brisket with all the fixin's. We have a $20 gift card for $10.

Ficarella's Pizzeria, 21 Liberty St., Batavia, NY. Dine-in, drive-thru or delivery. Featuring fresh, hearth-baked pizza since 1985. Pizza, wings, pasta and more. We have $20 gift certificates for $10. (Good only at the Batavia location.)

Red Osier, Route 5, Stafford, NY: Truly, one of the landmark restaurants of the area. Red Osier features prime rib carved table side. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50.

Alabama Hotel, 1353 Lewiston Road, Basom, NY: A historic and legendary tavern and restaurant. The Alabama Hotel is famous for its fish fries, but also serves a variety of top-quality entrees, featuring Certified Angus Beef. Now with expanded hours. We have $20 gift certificates for $10.

South Main Country Gifts, 3356 Main St. Road, Batavia, NY: Handcrafted items, gifts with a regional flair, candles, teas and spices -- South Main has a wide selection to please most any interest. Decorate your home or office for spring or summer. We have a $20 gift certificate for $10.

Batavia Downs Grandstand Bar & Grille, 8315 Park Road, Batavia, NY: A full menu, salad bar and drinks in one of the region's most popular entertainment venues. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50. (Must be new or current Players Club member to redeem.)

Bohn's Restaurant, 5256 Clinton St., Batavia, NY. Fine dining in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Lunch and dinner, steak, prime rib and seafood. Ask about Bohn's catering services and banquet facility. We have $25 gift certificates for $12.50.

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A motor-vehicle accident is reported at 3210 Pearl St. Road. Injuries are minor.

East Pembroke Fire Department is responding.

Here's an advisory notice from the City of Batavia to residents regarding some road repairs.

Please be advised that Tom Greenauer Development has been contracted by the City of Batavia to replace the sanitary sewers, house lateral service to the ROW and repave the roads on North Street from Seneca Avenue to Ross Street, and on Ross Street from North Street to Miller Avenue. Work is anticipated to begin on Tuesday, July 5.

It will be necessary to close the roads to thru traffic from July 5 to Sept. 9; however, there will be an opening in the barricades to accommodate you in order that you may have access to your driveway/home. This opening is also to accommodate emergency vehicles. It is our intent that the closure is not to be used by the public or yourselves as a route for thru traffic. If your purpose of travel is other than to get to your home please use an alternate route.

There may be occasions where you will not be able to park in your driveway; however, there will be areas that you will be able to park in close proximity of your home.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may impose on you, however, this closure is necessary in the milling and re-paving of the roads and is vital to your safety and the safety of the public.

Call the following phone number if a problem should occur: 1-716-675-9434.

Thank you for your cooperation, patience and consideration.

A one-vehicle rollover accident is reported at the intersection of Lewiston and Salt Works roads in Alabama. A medic at the scene reports minor injuries.

Alabama Fire Department and medics responding.

Tanner Kolb is a 2011 graduate of John Kennedy Elementary School. She will enter sixth grade at Batavia Middle School this fall. Earlier this year, Tanner was nominated by her fifth-grade teacher, Cassandra Phillips, for the Junior National Youth Leadership Conference that is held in Washington, D.C.

Any financial assistance to help offset the costs of Tanner's trip would be greatly appreciated, says her mom, Cheri Kolb.

Tanner was accepted into the program and is scheduled to attend Oct. 8-13. Her teacher believes her to posses the academic requirements, strength of character, and leadership ability that are the considerations for this conference.

During the conference week, Tanner will attend focus groups revolving around the themes of leadership, freedom, struggle, courage, change, and making a difference at home. She will have various opportunities such as touring Our Nation’s Memorials, the National Museums of AmericanHistory and the American Indian, a walking tour of the Capitol, a photo opportunity at the White House, and a sleepover at the Maryland Science Center.

The goal and purpose of this conference are to build on leadership traits including character, communication, problem solving, respect and teamwork.

Although three students from John Kennedy School were nominated, Tanner is the sole student who is planning to attend the conference and represent the Batavia City School District. She is eager to return home with an expanded set of skills to share right here in our community.

Tanner’s family has planned several fundraisers (to be announced) and has applied for scholarship assistance as the cost of tuition and airfare are significant. There has also been an account set up in Tanner’s name at East End Beverage, on East Main Street, for can and bottle returns.

A motor-vehicle accident, believed to be without injuries, is reported in front of Pauly's Pizza, 314 Ellicott St., Batavia. It is blocking traffic. Batavia PD on scene.

Here's a press release from Assemblyman Steve Hawley.

As Independence Day lies just around the corner, the people of the United States owe a “Happy 235th Birthday” to Lady Liberty.

Friends and families will gather together to celebrate, and celebrate they should! We have a lot to be thankful for as Americans, leading the world in freedom, liberty and opportunity. We are all truly blessed to live in the greatest nation on Earth.

However, we have not earned our place as world leaders by chance. The sacrifice and selflessness displayed by the men and women of our armed forces for hundreds of years have allowed the United States to obtain and preserve our status as the standard that every other nation looks to for guidance.

In Western New York, our communities are filled with these courageous heroes who have served in the past, while our children and grandchildren continue our proud traditions overseas. I implore the
people of our community to take a moment this Independence Day to thank a veteran for everything they have done to make this country great.

The Le Roy Moose Family Center will host MooseCreek 2011 July 15-17, coinciding with Le Roy's Oatka Festival.

The annual party under the big tent in the parking lot benefits Mercy Flight. The center is located at 21 Bank St. along the banks of the mighty Oatka Creek.

Over the years and with your support, this event has meant tens of thousands of dollars in donations to Mercy Flight, so come on out and help make it another record year!

Friday night the gates open at 6 for the MooseCreek kickoff party, and the music starts at 9, featuring Rochester’s premiere modern rock band, The Guy Smiley Band. Saturday, the fun starts at noon with DJ Kevin until 6, Savage Cabbage at 7, followed by MooseCreek legends and one of the leading AC/DC tribute bands in the industry, Ballbreaker. Sunday afternoon the music starts at 2 and goes until about 9 with a country jamboree hosted by Eddie Lee and Closing Time.

Also scheduled to appear are Cross Roads Project, Mayberry After Midnight, The Frank Hill Band and Rebel's Posse.

All weekend long there will be good food cooking, great drink prices, and lots of fun! The event is open to the public rain or shine with NO COVER charge, but donations for Mercy Flight are always welcome.

An accident involving a tractor-trailer and a car is reported at 3924 W. Main St. in Batavia. It appears the tractor-trailer rear-ended the car. The woman who was driving the car is injured and may need extrication.

Town of Batavia Fire Department and Mercy EMS are responding. The location is in front of Pyramid Prosthetics and next to Johnson Automotive.

Mercy Flight is put on stand by.

UPDATE 2:07 p.m.: The medic on scene has determined Mercy Flight is not needed.

UPDATE 2:10 p.m.: The woman is out of the vehicle.

UPDATE 2:22 p.m.: The victim is being transported to UMMC complaining of minor arm pain and some pain to the back of her head.

UPDATE 3:21 p.m.: The roadway is re-opened.

A grass fire is reported at Route 33 and Griswold Road in Stafford. Stafford Fire Department is responding.

UPDATE 4:11 p.m.: The fire is a small one in a hedgerow, possibly a controlled burn. Now investigating.

UPDATE 4:17 p.m.: The fire is a controlled burn, about 400 feet from the roadway. Stafford units are back in service.

A two-car accident with injuries is reported at the junction of routes 63 and 246. Pavilion and Mercy EMS are responding. Four victims are involved. Vehicles are not blocking. Law enforcement is on scene.

UPDATE 3:19 p.m.: An ambulance from Le Roy is called to the scene.

UPDATE 3:46 p.m.: Patients are taken to UMMC.

UPDATE 3:54 p.m.: All Pavilion units are back in service. State Troopers remain on the scene.

A conversation, of sorts, overheard on the scanner:

"Hey Darren, that guy knew what he was doin' when he planted this field, I'll tell you that."

"Was it you?"

"Of course it was."

"I thought I seen a lot of skips."

"Ah, you also said you couldn't see very well."

"Is this the field you planted the wrong stuff in, Mike?"

"No that never happened, Darren."

"10-4"

"It's that cheap office help."

"10-4"

"You know, it looks good on paper."

"Oh, yea."

A two-car accident with possibly serious injuries is reported at 192 Sumner and County Line roads, in Darien. One vehicle reportedly has five children inside.

Darien Fire Department and Mercy EMS are responding.

UPDATE 12:08 p.m.: A unit on scene reports only minor injuries.

UPDATE 12:17 p.m.: All occupants are out of the vehicles.

UPDATE 12:20 p.m.: Two flatbed tow trucks are requested to the scene.

UPDATE 12:54 p.m.: Mercy units transporting patients to UMMC and Suburban Hospital in Buffalo.

UPDATE 1:04 p.m.: All Darien units back in service.

A car has struck a tree in the area of 8033 W. Bergen Road. Le Roy Fire and Ambulance are responding.

UPDATE 6:25 p.m.: The first responder says a person is trapped still inside the vehicle. Other responders are told to take it easy getting there.

UPDATE 6:26 p.m.: The vehicle is said to be totally demolished and a flatbed tow truck is needed.

UPDATE 6:31 p.m.: The tow truck is there. Le Roy has been released from the scene by State Troopers. No word on the trapped person. We're guessing he or she was extricated.