Northgate Church in Batavia will hold an online-only service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday after the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office issued a travel advisory. By shifting to a virtual format, the church aims to keep congregants safe and informed.

Batavia First Presbyterian Church will host a community New Year’s breakfast on January 4. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to gather, marking the start of 2025 with fellowship and a shared meal.

The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program made good on its promise to provide clothes and toys to hundreds of children this fall. Officials say the effort was hailed as a success, bringing fresh hope to families in Batavia this holiday season.

LaVern F. “Barney” Bernard Jr., a longtime resident of Batavia, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on June 28, 1931, in Corfu, he will be fondly remembered for his warm presence and enduring ties to the local community.