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Millwork on Jackson Street, both north and south of Ellicott Street, in Batavia, began on Monday in preparation for resurfacing the street.

Photos by Howard Owens.

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Millwork on Jackson Street, both north and south of Ellicott Street, in Batavia, began on Monday in preparation for resurfacing the street.

Photos by Howard Owens.

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Photos: Crews prepare Jackson Street for resurfacing <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/jackson-street-mill-work-4.jpg?itok=V8D_ziTt" width="800" height="532" alt="jackson street milling work" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <p>Millwork on Jackson Street, both north and south of Ellicott Street, in Batavia, began on Monday in preparation for resurfacing the street.</p><p><em>Photos by Howard Owens.</em></p><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/jackson-street-mill-work.jpg?itok=8IsfHKH1" width="800" height="532" alt="jackson street milling work" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/jackson-street-mill-work-2.jpg?itok=aRcKJYqX" width="800" height="532" alt="jackson street milling work" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/jackson-street-mill-work-3.jpg?itok=jfXNCJOq" width="800" height="535" alt="jackson street milling work" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/jackson-street-mill-work-5.jpg?itok=eC5PmE2Y" width="800" height="532" alt="jackson street milling work" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div>
Photos: Work continues on Ellicott Station https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/photos-work-continues-on-ellicott-station/639467
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Contractors, as they've did through most of the winter, continue to make progress on construction of the Ellicott Station apartment complex.

For prior coverage, click here.

Photos by Howard Owens.

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Contractors, as they've did through most of the winter, continue to make progress on construction of the Ellicott Station apartment complex.

For prior coverage, click here.

Photos by Howard Owens.

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Photos: Work continues on Ellicott Station <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/ellicott-station-2.jpg?itok=ltM91Opu" width="800" height="1202" alt="ellicott station" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <p>Contractors, as they've did through most of the winter, continue to make progress on construction of the Ellicott Station apartment complex.</p><p>For prior coverage, <a href="https://www.thebatavian.com/tags/ellicott-station">click here</a>.</p><p>Photos by Howard Owens.</p><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/ellicott-station.jpg?itok=cSnE5F7C" width="800" height="535" alt="ellicott station" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div>
New occupant to move into Valu Plaza this summer https://www.thebatavian.com/jfbeck99272012/new-occupant-to-move-into-valu-plaza-this-summer/639464
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The space left vacant by Valu Home Center for the last 20 months on the city's west side is under construction by its future occupant, Mike Conroy says.

The commercial broker for the property at 4152 W. Main St., Batavia, confirmed Monday that Ashley Home Furniture plans to move into the building at Valu Plaza that was emptied by the longtime hardware store in September 2022.

"Their target date was in June, but some things had to be addressed," Conroy told The Batavian. "It might be July."

Ashley sells room-to-room furnishings and has 37 store locations in New York, according to its website, with sites including Amherst and Henrietta.

Photos by Howard Owens

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The space left vacant by Valu Home Center for the last 20 months on the city's west side is under construction by its future occupant, Mike Conroy says.

The commercial broker for the property at 4152 W. Main St., Batavia, confirmed Monday that Ashley Home Furniture plans to move into the building at Valu Plaza that was emptied by the longtime hardware store in September 2022.

"Their target date was in June, but some things had to be addressed," Conroy told The Batavian. "It might be July."

Ashley sells room-to-room furnishings and has 37 store locations in New York, according to its website, with sites including Amherst and Henrietta.

Photos by Howard Owens

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New occupant to move into Valu Plaza this summer <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/ashley-store-opening.jpg?itok=n0umjcce" width="800" height="535" alt="valu plaza ashley" class="image-style-large"> </div> </div> <p>The space left vacant by Valu Home Center for the last 20 months on the city's west side is under construction by its future occupant, Mike Conroy says.</p><p>The commercial broker for the property at 4152 W. Main St., Batavia, confirmed Monday that Ashley Home Furniture plans to move</p>
The walls came tumbling down at City Centre for silo replacement project https://www.thebatavian.com/jfbeck99272012/the-walls-came-tumbling-down-at-city-centre-for-silo-replacement-project/639465
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The moldy, antiquated silo-style entrance near the former Sunny's restaurant at Batavia City Centre is the first to go Monday during demolition of the downtown property exterior site. Four silos are slated for demolition and replacement.
Photo by Howard Owens.

Walls came tumbling down, finally, on Monday as workers began to overhaul the silo entrances at Batavia City Centre. 

Work has been planned for several months, and equipment and crews arrived at the downtown site to begin the demolition process.

"Based on the timeline we received from the architect and project manager, we are looking at a 60 to 90 day timeline from today for completion," Assistant City Manager Erik Fix said Monday afternoon.  "The demo today was a welcome site as you can imagine.  We started with the Sunny’s entrance and will proceed with demolition to the three other Silo’d entrances estimated a 10 to 12 day demolition timeline for all four entrances.  

"Once demo is complete they will work on concrete work/foundations and then structured steel (estimated time is another 24 days). That will be followed up with framing, roofing, and installation of the glass and other materials for the storefront entrances."

That work is scheduled to take four to five weeks. Masonry, brick and interior finishes will follow all of that, and take about two to three additional weeks, Fix said.  

"Site work will wrap it up and we hope to be done by mid-August to early September. The plan is to keep contractors on and work on all four sites at one time," he said. "So rather than start one entrance, finish it and work on the next, we save time and money by doing each phase on all four pieces at the same time. Of course this is all tentative and dependent on materials and manpower, but that is the plan going forward."

Downtown Revitalization Initiative funding of about $1 million has been set aside for the silo project, with $120,000 for the design process and the remaining money for actually redesigning the silos.

Photos by Howard Owens

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The moldy, antiquated silo-style entrance near the former Sunny's restaurant at Batavia City Centre is the first to go Monday during demolition of the downtown property exterior site. Four silos are slated for demolition and replacement.
Photo by Howard Owens.

Walls came tumbling down, finally, on Monday as workers began to overhaul the silo entrances at Batavia City Centre. 

Work has been planned for several months, and equipment and crews arrived at the downtown site to begin the demolition process.

"Based on the timeline we received from the architect and project manager, we are looking at a 60 to 90 day timeline from today for completion," Assistant City Manager Erik Fix said Monday afternoon.  "The demo today was a welcome site as you can imagine.  We started with the Sunny’s entrance and will proceed with demolition to the three other Silo’d entrances estimated a 10 to 12 day demolition timeline for all four entrances.  

"Once demo is complete they will work on concrete work/foundations and then structured steel (estimated time is another 24 days). That will be followed up with framing, roofing, and installation of the glass and other materials for the storefront entrances."

That work is scheduled to take four to five weeks. Masonry, brick and interior finishes will follow all of that, and take about two to three additional weeks, Fix said.  

"Site work will wrap it up and we hope to be done by mid-August to early September. The plan is to keep contractors on and work on all four sites at one time," he said. "So rather than start one entrance, finish it and work on the next, we save time and money by doing each phase on all four pieces at the same time. Of course this is all tentative and dependent on materials and manpower, but that is the plan going forward."

Downtown Revitalization Initiative funding of about $1 million has been set aside for the silo project, with $120,000 for the design process and the remaining money for actually redesigning the silos.

Photos by Howard Owens

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The walls came tumbling down at City Centre for silo replacement project <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="Mall silo" class="image-style-large" height="600" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/mall-silos.jpg?itok=ASQkV53C" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption>The moldy, antiquated silo-style entrance near the former Sunny's restaurant at Batavia City Centre is the first to go Monday during demolition of the downtown property exterior site. Four silos are slated for demolition and replacement.<br>Photo by Howard Owens.</figcaption> </figure> <p>Walls came tumbling down, finally, on Monday as workers began to overhaul the silo entrances at Batavia City Centre.&nbsp;</p><p>Work has been planned for several months, and equipment and crews arrived at the downtown site to begin the demolition process.</p><p><span>"Based on the timeline we received from the architect</span></p>
Sponsored Post: Genesee County Office for the Aging hosts retirement seminar on June 18th https://www.thebatavian.com/sponsored-post/sponsored-post-genesee-county-office-for-the-aging-hosts-retirement-seminar-on-june
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Elmore, Wilcox make initial County Court appearances in Sanfratello case https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/elmore-wilcox-make-initial-county-court-appearances-in-sanfratello-case/639460
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Michael Elmore

Genesee County's justice system took another step forward on Monday in the prosecution of Michael J. Elmore, implicated in the March 10 death of Sgt. line-of-duty death Thomas A. Sanfratello, and co-defendant Lyndsey J. Wilcox.

Both Elmore and Wilcox appeared in County Court before Judge Donald O'Geen for the first time and their attorneys, on their behalf, entered not-guilty pleas to the criminal indictments filed against each of them.

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Lyndsey Wilcox
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Michael Elmore

Genesee County's justice system took another step forward on Monday in the prosecution of Michael J. Elmore, implicated in the March 10 death of Sgt. line-of-duty death Thomas A. Sanfratello, and co-defendant Lyndsey J. Wilcox.

Both Elmore and Wilcox appeared in County Court before Judge Donald O'Geen for the first time and their attorneys, on their behalf, entered not-guilty pleas to the criminal indictments filed against each of them.

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Elmore, Wilcox make initial County Court appearances in Sanfratello case <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div align-right"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="Lyndsey Jean Wilcox" class="image-style-large" height="280" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-03/wilcox_pic.jpg?itok=xxhlMkQr" width="200"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Lyndsey Wilcox</em></figcaption> </figure> <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div align-right"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="michael j. elmore" class="image-style-large" height="280" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-03/elmore_pic.jpg?itok=6CqMKFaD" width="200"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Michael Elmore</em></figcaption> </figure> <p>Genesee County's justice system took another step forward on Monday in the prosecution of Michael J. Elmore, implicated in the March 10 death of Sgt. line-of-duty death Thomas A. Sanfratello, and co-defendant <span>Lyndsey J. Wilcox.</span></p><p><span>Both Elmore and Wilcox appeared in County Court before Judge Donald O'Geen for the first time and their attorneys, on their behalf, entered not-guilty pleas to the criminal indictments filed against each of them.</span></p>
Batavia native returns to produce 'Kitty' with GO Art! grant https://www.thebatavian.com/jfbeck99272012/batavia-native-returns-to-produce-kitty-with-go-art-grant/639446
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The principal talent and lead character whose name has yet to be disclosed for producer James DiLullo's upcoming film

What can you accomplish in six and a half minutes with a photographic feline, some choice hometown architecture and a $5,000 grant?

Batavia native and film producer James DiLullo will answer that soon enough with his self-penned work, “Kitty,” which he plans to shoot in his hometown next month with a local cast and crew.

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The principal talent and lead character whose name has yet to be disclosed for producer James DiLullo's upcoming film

What can you accomplish in six and a half minutes with a photographic feline, some choice hometown architecture and a $5,000 grant?

Batavia native and film producer James DiLullo will answer that soon enough with his self-penned work, “Kitty,” which he plans to shoot in his hometown next month with a local cast and crew.

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Batavia native returns to produce 'Kitty' with GO Art! grant <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="Kitty, animal talent" class="image-style-large" height="949" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/kitty-animal-talent.jpeg?itok=ZEx5z4QT" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>The principal talent and lead character whose name has yet to be disclosed for producer James DiLullo's upcoming film </em></figcaption> </figure> <p>What can you accomplish in six and a half minutes with a photographic feline, some choice hometown architecture and a $5,000 grant?</p><p>Batavia native and film producer James DiLullo will answer that soon enough with his self-penned work, “Kitty,” which he plans to shoot in his hometown next month with a local cast and crew.</p>
Today's local deals: Ficarella's Pizzeria, The Vintage Cow, Smokin' Eagle, and more https://www.thebatavian.com/kar9104273653/todays-local-deals-ficarellas-pizzeria-the-vintage-cow-smokin-eagle-and-more/639456 NOTE: Members of Early Access Pass get first crack (four hours earlier access than non-members) at making Deals of the Day purchases. Join Early Access Pass today to ensure you don't miss any valuable deals.

Today's Deals:

  • Ficarella's Pizzeria
  • The Vintage Cow Farmers Market
  • Smokin' Eagle BBQ and Brew
  • Chap's Elba Diner
  • Angry Charlie's Smokehouse BBQ
  • Dave's Ice Cream
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Today's Deals:

  • Ficarella's Pizzeria
  • The Vintage Cow Farmers Market
  • Smokin' Eagle BBQ and Brew
  • Chap's Elba Diner
  • Angry Charlie's Smokehouse BBQ
  • Dave's Ice Cream
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Today's local deals: Ficarella's Pizzeria, The Vintage Cow, Smokin' Eagle, and more <p><em><strong>NOTE: Members of Early Access Pass get first crack (four hours earlier access than non-members) at making Deals of the Day purchases. Join </strong></em><a href="https://my.thebatavian.com/"><em><strong>Early Access Pass today</strong></em></a><em><strong> to ensure you don't miss any valuable deals.</strong></em></p> <p> Today's Deals: </p> <ul> <li> Ficarella's Pizzeria </li> <li> The Vintage Cow Farmers Market </li> <li> Smokin' Eagle BBQ and Brew </li> <li> Chap's Elba Diner </li> <li> Angry Charlie's Smokehouse BBQ </li> <li> Dave's Ice Cream </li> </ul>
Alexander Fire shows off rec hall renovations, installs officers, presents awards at annual dinner https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/alexander-fire-shows-off-rec-hall-renovations-installs-officers-presents-awards-at
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Matt Pietrzykowski was named Firefighter of the Year by the Alexander Volunteer Fire Department. Presenting the award were Sean McPhee and Ryan Hinz. 
Photo by Howard Owens.

Alexander Volunteer Fire Department members were proud to show off their renovated rec hall on Saturday during its 2024 awards and installation dinner.

With freshly painted walls, ceiling and a newly poured epoxy floor, the $50,000 renovation gives the hall a fresher, newer look.

It was also a night to recognize a few of the department's key contributors in 2023, including Firefighter of the Year Matt Pietrzykowski, who responded to a fatal fire in February.  He was the firefighter who found the deceased's body and was commended for his career and professionalism in handling the situation.

Jim Burkhardt and Regan McPhee were named EMS Providers of the Year. 

Regan McPhee received the Chief's Award.

The newly installed officers are, on the Firematic side:

  • James Burkhardt, chief
  • Nathan Fix, deputy chief
  • Thomas Green, 1st assistant chief
  • Anthony Johnston, 2nd assistant chief
  • Matthew Pietrzykowski, 3rd assistant chief
  • Jenny McPhee, EMS captain
  • Todd Fleenor, EMS lieutenant
  • Nicholas Yackeren, truck lieutenant
  • Lance Scharlau, training captain
  • Bernie Fix, safety officer
  • John Meier, parade chairman
  • Heidi Richmond, parade co-chairman

Administrative officers:

  • Sean McPhee, president
  • Thomas Green, vice-president
  • Amanda Donnelly, recording secretary
  • Heidi McPhee, financial secretary
  • Barbara Pietrzykowski, treasurer
  • Robert Spiers, chaplin
  • and, trustees Matthew Fernaays, Nathan Fix, Amanda Donnelly, Nicholas Yackeren, Anthony Johnston, Darlene Merle, Matthew Pietrzkowski, and Matthew Grimes.
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Jim Burkhardt and Regan McPhee were named EMS Providers of the Year. Presenting the awards were Todd Fleenor and Jenny McPhee.
Photo by Howard Owens
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Regan McPhee received the Chief's Award from Jim Burkhardt.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Department President Sean McPhee with remarks during the ceremony.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Installation of officers.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Honoring members who passed.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Honoring members who have passed, including former member Sgt. Thomas Sanfrello, with a Stetson on the right, who died in the line of duty on March 10.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Matt Pietrzykowski was named Firefighter of the Year by the Alexander Volunteer Fire Department. Presenting the award were Sean McPhee and Ryan Hinz. 
Photo by Howard Owens.

Alexander Volunteer Fire Department members were proud to show off their renovated rec hall on Saturday during its 2024 awards and installation dinner.

With freshly painted walls, ceiling and a newly poured epoxy floor, the $50,000 renovation gives the hall a fresher, newer look.

It was also a night to recognize a few of the department's key contributors in 2023, including Firefighter of the Year Matt Pietrzykowski, who responded to a fatal fire in February.  He was the firefighter who found the deceased's body and was commended for his career and professionalism in handling the situation.

Jim Burkhardt and Regan McPhee were named EMS Providers of the Year. 

Regan McPhee received the Chief's Award.

The newly installed officers are, on the Firematic side:

  • James Burkhardt, chief
  • Nathan Fix, deputy chief
  • Thomas Green, 1st assistant chief
  • Anthony Johnston, 2nd assistant chief
  • Matthew Pietrzykowski, 3rd assistant chief
  • Jenny McPhee, EMS captain
  • Todd Fleenor, EMS lieutenant
  • Nicholas Yackeren, truck lieutenant
  • Lance Scharlau, training captain
  • Bernie Fix, safety officer
  • John Meier, parade chairman
  • Heidi Richmond, parade co-chairman

Administrative officers:

  • Sean McPhee, president
  • Thomas Green, vice-president
  • Amanda Donnelly, recording secretary
  • Heidi McPhee, financial secretary
  • Barbara Pietrzykowski, treasurer
  • Robert Spiers, chaplin
  • and, trustees Matthew Fernaays, Nathan Fix, Amanda Donnelly, Nicholas Yackeren, Anthony Johnston, Darlene Merle, Matthew Pietrzkowski, and Matthew Grimes.
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Jim Burkhardt and Regan McPhee were named EMS Providers of the Year. Presenting the awards were Todd Fleenor and Jenny McPhee.
Photo by Howard Owens
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Regan McPhee received the Chief's Award from Jim Burkhardt.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Department President Sean McPhee with remarks during the ceremony.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Installation of officers.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Honoring members who passed.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Honoring members who have passed, including former member Sgt. Thomas Sanfrello, with a Stetson on the right, who died in the line of duty on March 10.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Alexander Fire shows off rec hall renovations, installs officers, presents awards at annual dinner <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="alexander fire dinner" class="image-style-large" height="532" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/alexander-fire-dinner.jpg?itok=AZOa4Zcy" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Matt Pietrzykowski was named Firefighter of the Year by the Alexander Volunteer Fire Department. Presenting the award were Sean McPhee and Ryan Hinz.&nbsp;</em><br><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <p>Alexander Volunteer Fire Department members were proud to show off their renovated rec hall on Saturday during its 2024 awards and installation dinner.</p><p>With freshly painted walls, ceiling and a newly poured epoxy floor, the $50,000 renovation gives the hall a fresher, newer look.</p><p>It was also a night</p>
Photo: VFA's 40th anniversary celebration at Batavia First Presbyterian Church https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/photo-vfas-40th-anniversary-celebration-at-batavia-first-presbyterian-church/639454
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Cutting the anniversary cake, from left, Shanna Shaw, Kathy Dispenza, Debbie Chilano, Wendy Castleman, Debbie Stocking, and Angela Knisley.
Photo by Howard Owens.

Volunteers for Animals celebrated its 40th anniversary on Saturday at Batavia First Presbyterian Church.

Previously: Chamber Awards: VFA earns special recognition in its 40th year caring for animals

volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Julie Jenkins with shirts being sold to support VFA.
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Mary Della Penna and Shanna Shaw with sheet pizzas donated by Main Street Pizza to the event. Main Street donated 10 sheet pizzas.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/photo-vfas-40th-anniversary-celebration-at-batavia-first-presbyterian-church/639454#comments https://www.thebatavian.com/howard-owens/photo-vfas-40th-anniversary-celebration-at-batavia-first-presbyterian-church/639454 May 20, 2024, 7:45am The Batavian - Local Matters
volunteers for animals
Cutting the anniversary cake, from left, Shanna Shaw, Kathy Dispenza, Debbie Chilano, Wendy Castleman, Debbie Stocking, and Angela Knisley.
Photo by Howard Owens.

Volunteers for Animals celebrated its 40th anniversary on Saturday at Batavia First Presbyterian Church.

Previously: Chamber Awards: VFA earns special recognition in its 40th year caring for animals

volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Julie Jenkins with shirts being sold to support VFA.
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Photo by Howard Owens.
volunteers for animals
Mary Della Penna and Shanna Shaw with sheet pizzas donated by Main Street Pizza to the event. Main Street donated 10 sheet pizzas.
Photo by Howard Owens.
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Photo: VFA's 40th anniversary celebration at Batavia First Presbyterian Church <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary.jpg?itok=j585NEym" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Cutting the anniversary cake, from left, Shanna Shaw, Kathy Dispenza, Debbie Chilano, Wendy Castleman, Debbie Stocking, and Angela Knisley.</em><br><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <p>Volunteers for Animals celebrated its 40th anniversary on Saturday at Batavia First Presbyterian Church.</p><p>Previously: <a href="https://www.thebatavian.com/jfbeck99272012/chamber-awards-vfa-earns-special-recognition-in-its-40th-year-caring-for-animals">Chamber Awards: VFA earns special recognition in its 40th year caring for animals</a></p><figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary-2.jpg?itok=rZxOJD6i" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary-22.jpg?itok=GqfmMXIg" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Julie Jenkins with shirts being sold to support VFA.</em><br><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary-3.jpg?itok=9IFi5xNj" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary-4.jpg?itok=k8jWRR4i" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure> <figure role="group" class="caption caption-div"> <div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img alt="volunteers for animals" class="image-style-large" height="535" loading="lazy" src="https://www.thebatavian.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/vfa-40th-anniversary-5.jpg?itok=FkrQiiWk" width="800"> </div> </div> <figcaption><em>Mary Della Penna and Shanna Shaw with sheet pizzas donated by Main Street Pizza to the event. Main Street donated 10 sheet pizzas.</em><br><em>Photo by Howard Owens.</em></figcaption> </figure>