Batavia

The purchase includes five pan-tilt-zoom cameras with robotic arms. Three of those would be installed in video production and two would be installed at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre.

After 26 years of being in business, Tribella Bar and Grill in Batavia will be taking its last orders on Sunday.

The Ole Awards are given to businesses for a significant improvement and investment either for new construction or for remodel in Batavia.

Batavia police reports for: March 10-15, 2023

The Environmental Protection Agency has announced a new proposal to establish national standards for six substances in drinking water.

The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County held a forum Monday to discuss the district's upcoming referendum question.

Anthony J. Delorto, 37, faces single counts of unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated assault and disorderly conduct.

Question: What would you like to see improved or changed? Answer: While I do not have any major issues with the current Park District agenda, I would like to see a closer collaboration with the Batavia Youth Baseball (BYB) program to help maintain better ball fields

Question: Which books would you ban from your library and why? Answer: If there is a book in the Library that you do not like or want to read, do not read it. Read Elizabeth Larson's full election questionnaire here.

Question: Do you support banning books from local libraries? Answer: No, I do not support banning books. Batavia Public Library has adopted the Code of Ethics of the American Library Association. Read Daniel Russo's full election questionnaire here.

Question: Are teachers in your district paid adequately now and in retirement? Answer: The teachers contract is up for negotiation at the end of this school year. As a board member I will work towards a contract that best needs of the teachers and the community.

Question: What makes you qualified for the office you’re seeking? Answer: I am a well rounded candidate with a wealth of relevant experience for the position. Read Cathy Dremel's full election questionnaire here.

Question: Do you believe the district needs to make any changes to improve DEI in your district? Answer: Yes. What we are doing right now is not working. We need to strike a better balance or risk pushing some kids further away. Read Kris Rayman's full questionnaire here

Do you believe the district needs to make any changes to improve DEI in your district? Answer: Yes, I think by providing safe and welcoming facilities, as well as superior benefits for teachers and staff, we will attract a diverse and talented student and teacher population.

Question: What is your assessment of how Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is handled in your school district? Answer: It isn’t handled. Our Batavia school district is very reactive and not proactive in instances of racism towards the marginalized community.