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Three local student named to Deans' List at Buffalo State College

By Billie Owens

The following students were named to the School of Natural and Social Sciences Fall 2011 Deans' List at Buffalo State College.

  • Ashley Kingsley, of Pavilion. Kingsley is the daughter of Karen and Larry Kingsley, and a graduate of Pavilion Central School.

 

  • Joe Miano, of Pembroke. Miano is the son of Joe and Joanne Miano, and a graduate of Pembroke High School.

 

  • Elizabeth Miller, of East Bethany. Miller is the daughter of Louis and Mary Miller, and a graduate of Pavilion Central School.

To qualify, students must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Founded in 1871, Buffalo State is the largest comprehensive college in the SUNY system. Buffalo State offers more than 165 undergraduate and 62 graduate programs in the arts, sciences, professions, and education. Each year nearly 12,000 students choose Buffalo State for its superb academic programs, applied learning opportunities, affordable tuition, and metropolitan location.

Car accident on westbound Thruway on ramp

By Billie Owens

A one-car accident is reported on the Thruway at the 48A westbound on ramp. An occupant is complaining of unknown injuries. Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments and Mercy EMS are responding.

UPDATE 7:10 p.m.: A responder on scene says the car has heavy damage and is now in the woods after rolling over numerous times. Responders will have to go eastbound and take the Route 77 overpass to get to the location.

UPDATE 7:16 p.m.: There is one occupant, who was out of the vehicle -- walking, conscious and alert -- when medics arrived. He will be boarded and collared as per protocol and taken to a local hospital. State Troopers are also on scene.

UPDATE 7:29 p.m.: Pembroke and Indians Falls are back in service.

Chimney fire in Pembroke at old church that's now a house

By Billie Owens

Heavy smoke is spewing from the chimney of a church in Pembroke that has been converted into a house, according to a Pembroke firefighter on scene. The location is 690 Main Road on the corner of Lake Road. It looks like it's confined to the chimney. Corfu and Darien are also responding.

UPDATE 5:29 p.m.: The address is determined to be 8576 North Lake Road. Indian Falls is responding, too. All incoming units are to stage at Pembroke Engine 85, which is in a driveway across the street.

UPDATE 5:32 p.m.: They are trying to contact the homeowner regarding entry to the house but "have not heard back."

UPDATE 5:34 p.m.: An unlocked door has been located on the north side of the structure. Interior firefighters are going to enter "to see what we can see." A firefighter warns that dogs can be heard barking inside. Akron is on scene. They are putting up ladder(s) on the roof.

UPDATE 5:37 p.m.: Two dogs are seen locked in the basement along with a cat. There's no smoke. The furnace is on. The cat is running around. They'll need to gain front entry to get to the basement. They have not been able to contact the occupants. Animal control is not available, according to dispatch. A code enforcement officer is called. There are multiple renovations under way. They are putting up a light tower and taking statements from people at the scene.

UPDATE 5:43 p.m.: They are going to contact the owner of the building, who lives in Indian Falls. The interior crew has reached the stove in the center of the building and they have knocked the fire down, now checking for extentions. Firefighters have to be careful inside as there are places where flooring is missing and there are open beams.

UPDATE 5:45 p.m.: They are shutting off the gas to the stove, which was "jerry-rigged," according to a firefighter. National Fuel has been contacted.

UPDATE 5:52 p.m.: One of the occupants has been located at the Union Hotel and firefighters are speaking with him. They are getting into the basement. They are all set with manpower and will begin releasing some of the responders.

UPDATE 5:55 p.m.: The Town of Pembroke's building inspector is going to be contacted. "It's definately needed," says the firefighter making the request. The female occupant is heading to the scene.

UPDATE 6:03 p.m.: "You can disregard contacting the building inspector. We're on the phone with zoning now." Once the occupant arrives, she can "take care of the dogs so we can get in there."

UPDATE 6:10 p.m.: A zoning officer is on scene.

UPDATE 6:14 p.m.: Corfu units are leaving the scene, in service. A National Fuel rep is on site.

UPDATE 6:30 p.m.: Darien is back in quarters. The zoning officer has been provided the appropriate paperwork from the fire chief and there will be no further use of the chimney allowed at the residence until proper repairs are made and there is a re-inspection.

Three people injured in rollover accident on Slusser Road on Saturday

By Howard B. Owens

A driver says she served to avoid a deer leading to an accident that sent herself and two passengers to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Shaunta M. Jackson, 23, of Batavia, was driving north on Slusser Road in Pembroke at 4:54 p.m., Saturday, when she lost control of her car.

After swerving to avoid the deer, she said her 2000 Ford SUV left the east shoulder of the road. She over-corrected, the vehicle went off the west shoulder and she turned the wheel to avoid hitting a tree, at which point the vehicle overturned.

Also injured were Nikayla C. Jackson, 19, and Kyle J. Jackson, 18. 

All three people were transported by Mercy EMS to an area hospital.

The accident was investigated by Deputy Joseph Graff.

(Initial report)

Law and Order: Trio of youths accused of burglary in Le Roy

By Howard B. Owens

Shane Scott, 17, of Forestville, Pa., William Gorton, 17, of 92 Lake St., Le Roy and a 15-year-old boy are accused of participating in a burglary. Shane and William are charged with burglary, 3rd, and attempted burglary, 2nd. They are accused of entering an apartment building Thursday on Bacon Street, Le Roy, and attempting to steal property from the apartment. The 15-year-old will be referred to Family Court. They were arraigned and released under supervision of the probation department. William was also charged with burglary, 2nd, in connection with an alleged break-in Feb. 19 on Myrtle Street. Additional arrests in the case are pending.

Katie L. Orlando, 19, of 24 Craigie St., Le Roy, is charged with coercion, 1st. Orlando is accused of going into the apartment of a person and threatening that person. Orlando allegedly later called that person on the phone and issued a threat. The alleged threats came after the victim reportedly called 9-1-1 the night before and were allegedly intended to intimidate the victim from calling 9-1-1 in the future. Orlando was jailed on $2,500 bail.

Steven Carnell McKnight, 18, of 14th Street, Buffalo, is charged with burglary, 2nd, and criminal mischief, 2nd. McKnight allegedly forced his way into a residence on Gabbey Road in Pembroke on Feb. 14 in order to steal property from the residence.

Willie F. Irvin II, 29, 12 Elm St., Batavia, is charged with criminal mischief, 4th, and reckless endangerment of property, and Randy Johnson, 24, of 110 Walnut St., Batavia, is charged with reckless endangerment of property. Irvin and Johnson are accused of fighting in a bar in Batavia and in the process damaging a video game and glass display case.

Casey Willowbear, 52, of Sanford Street, Rochester, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Willowbear was stopped for allegedly speeding at 9:12 p.m., Wednesday, on West Main Street Road by Deputy Matthew Fleming. She was allegedly found in possession of a glass pipe containing burnt marijuana inside her vehicle.

A 17-year-old of Judge Road, Alabama, is charged with petit larceny. An employee at Wilson Farms, 25 Main St., Oakfield, observed the youth allegedly trying to leave the store with merchandise concealed under her shirt.

Law and Order: Maple Street resident accused of burglary

By Howard B. Owens

Paul J. Doctor, 34, of 20 Maple St., lower apt., Batavia, is charged with burglary, 2nd, burglary, 3rd, and petit larceny. Doctor is accused of entering an unoccupied residence and garage on Jackson Street and removing appliances and other property without permission of the owner. Doctor allegedly removed the property between Jan. 13 and Jan. 17.

Kevin Bruce Martin, 28, of Clinton Street, Cowlesville, is charged with two counts of criminal possession of hypodermic needles. Martin's vehicle was stopped on Lewiston Road at 6:30 p.m., Jan. 22, by Deputy Brian Thompson for allegedly having a suspended registration due to no insurance.

Jeramy Michael Farnsworth, 30, of Tracy Avenue, Batavia, is charged with failure to pay child support. Farnsworth was arrested by Batavia PD on a warrant out of Genesee County Family Court and turned over to the Sheriff's Office. Following arraignment in Town of Batavia Court he was jailed on $1,000 bail.

Ronald William Ball, 46, of Pratt Road, Pembroke, is charged with two counts of criminal mischief, 4th. Ball allegedly damaged the a/c controls of another person's car during a verbal argument. Ball then allegedly went to the residence of the person and damaged the house door and door frame.

Carolyn M. Hooten, 29, and Vanessa R. Wright, 24, both of of 12 Myrtle St., Le Roy, are charged with petit larceny. Hooten and Wright are accused of shoplifting at Dollar General at 3:41 p.m., Feb. 23.

Carolyn M. Hooten, 29, of 12 Myrtle St., Le Roy, is charged with DWI, unlicensed operation, operating with inadequate tail lamps and without stop lamps and failure to use turn signal. Hooten was stopped at 1:49 a.m., Saturday, on Ellicott Street by Officer Kevin DeFelice.

Mark Russell O'Gee, 57, of South Street Road, Le Roy, is charged with harassment, 2nd. O'Gee is accused of grabbing another person's arm and shoving her during an argument.

Elizabeth Ann Wortman, 24, of Church Street, Le Roy, is charged with criminal contempt, 2nd. Wortman is accused of violating an order of protection.

Ronald M. Clark, 45, of Lake Street Road, Le Roy, is charged with petit larceny. Clark was spotted by police running east on West Main Street at around 8 p.m., Feb. 21, when police received a report of a person who stole canned fish and candy from Save-A-Lot. Clark is accused of stealing two cans of sardines and a Baby Ruth candy bar.

Three-car smash-up with minor injuries on Route 77

By Billie Owens

A three-car accident with minor injuries is reported at 8091 Alleghany Road (Route 77) in Pembroke. It is blocking traffic. The location is between Indians Falls and Akron roads. Law enforcement on scene says the roads are icy and vehicles should use caution on approach.

Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments and Mercy EMS are responding.

The driver of the vehicle which allegedly caused the accident left the scene. It's a red pickup with out-of-state plates, hauling a small U-Haul trailer.

UPDATE 4:57 p.m.: Law enforcement has stopped the red truck.

UPDATE 5:05 p.m.: Mercy medics are cancelled. There are five "sign-offs" -- people who don't want or need medical treatment.

UPDATE 5:15 p.m.: Pembroke and Indian Falls units are back in service.

Law and Order: Man arrested after allegedly driving car on Chapin's lawn

By Howard B. Owens

Joseph S. Rosen, 28, of 4727 Half Center Road, Walworth, is charged with felony DWI, aggravated DWI and criminal mischief, 4th. At 11:07 p.m. Monday, Batavia PD was dispatched to Chapin Industries on Ellicott Street for a report of a car driving on the front lawn of the complex. The driver was allegedly yelling toward the building, trying to get the attention of a worker inside. Officer Darryl Streeter responded and arrested Rosen. Rosen's breath sample allegedly registered .18 BAC. He was held without bail pending arraignment in city court.

Cynthia M. Ritter, 50, of Cohocton Road, Corfu, is charged with DWI and driving with a BAC of .08 or greater. Ritter was arrested by Deputy Matthew Fleming following an investigation into an accident at 7:05 p.m., Monday, on Marble Road, Pembroke. (Initial report)

Samoni Tai Hazle, 36, of Laredo Drive, Chili, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana. Hazle was taken into custody while staying at a hotel in Batavia after deputies were called in response to other guests complaining of the odor of marijuana coming from his room.

David Eugene Stupp, 41, of Bennett Heights, Batavia, is charged with harassment, 2nd. Stupp is accused of hitting an estranged girlfriend.

Margaret B. Duffy, 53, of 3233 Pratt Road, Batavia, is charged with DWI, aggravated unlicensed operation, 2nd, operating in violation of a conditional license and consuming alcohol in a motor vehicle. Duffy was arrested by Officer Matthew Lutey following a report at 10:50 p.m., Friday, of a woman passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle with the motor running in a parking lot of a business on Main Street.

Car smashes into pole on Marble Road, Pembroke

By Billie Owens

A car-into-pole accident is reported at 8295 Marble Road, north of Gabbey Road, in Pembroke. The driver is being pulled from the vehicle. There is heavy damage to it. Wires are down. Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments and Mercy EMS are responding. There is a power outage now in the vicinity.

UPDATE 7:14 p.m.: There are also telephone wires down and a transformer is involved. Traffic will be blocked at Marble and Akron roads. The driver is out of the vehicle and walking around.

UPDATE 7:24 p.m.: National Grid has been notified. The driver is a male female.

UPDATE 7:45 p.m.: The roadway at Marble and Akron roads is reopened. Pembroke and Indian Falls are back in service.

UPDATE 8:22 p.m.: National Grid is on scene.

Photos: A President's Day drive through Pembroke

By Howard B. Owens

A beautiful clear morning -- hard to believe it was 21 degrees at 9 a.m. when I headed out for a bit of a drive to see what sort of pictures I might be able to take.

Above, a barn on Indian Falls Road just west of North Pembroke Road.

Barn at the intersection of Indian Falls Road and Little Indian Falls Road.

A tree in a field off Phelps Road.

A barn on Gorton Road, taken from Phelps Road.

I need somebody to ID this plant for me, please.

Telephone pole on Pratt Road.

Car wreck with minor injuries in front of Kutter's Cheese Store, Corfu

By Billie Owens

A two-car accident is reported in front of Kutter's Cheese Store, 857 Main Road, in Corfu. The westbound lane is blocked. There is a lot of debris and heavy damage, according to a Sheriff's deputy on scene. Injuries are believed to be minor. Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments and Mercy medics are responding.

UPDATE 10:59 a.m.: Darien ambulance is also requested. There are two victims. One is out and walking around. The other is a 75-year-old female, who is still inside a vehicle.

UPDATE 11:44 a.m.: Darien ambulance transported one patient to UMMC.

Two-car collision with injuries at South Lake and Cohocton roads

By Billie Owens

A two-car collision with injuries is reported at South Lake Road and Cohocton Road. There is possible entrapment in one vehicle. Mercy Flight #5 is put on standby. Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments along with Mercy EMS are dispatched. Akron fire is responding to the scene since their extrication tools may be needed.

UPDATE 1:31 p.m.: A responder at the scene says everyone is out of the vehicles. Akron's response and Mercy Flight are cancelled.

UPDATE 1:34 p.m.: Pembroke command requests a second ambulance (which will be provided by Darien). One car rolled over into a ditch. There are two people injured.

UPDATE 1:59 p.m.: One patient is being transported to UMMC and another is being taken to Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Williamsville.

UPDATE 2:20 p.m.: The Pembroke and Indian Falls assignment is back in service.

Law and Order: Man accused of punching woman in the face

By Howard B. Owens

Lee Uzarowski, 44, of South Lake Road, Pembroke, is charged with criminal mischief, 4th, and harassment, 2nd. Uzarowski is accused of punching a woman in the face and taking her mobile phone when she attempted to call 9-1-1. He was jailed on $1,000 bail.

Sean Allen Kota, 18, of Byron Holley Road, Byron, and a 17-year-old of Warboys Road, Bryon, are charged with petit larceny. Kota and his companion are accused of stealing beer from the Bergen Sugar Creek Store. From a separate incident, Kota is also charged with criminal mischief, 4th. At 2:47 a.m., Jan. 28, Kota allegedly drove his vehicle through a yard on West Bergen Road causing damage.

One-vehicle rollover on Route 77, roadway is shut down because of ice

By Billie Owens

A one-vehicle rollover accident is reported at Route 77, north of Gabbey Road. Pembroke and Indian Falls fire departments are responding. A pickup truck is reportedly tipped over on its side.

The roadway is super slick. Route 77 is being shut down due to icy conditions at Indian Falls / Gabbey roads. The county Highway Department is aware of the road condition and will have a crew there within the hour.

UPDATE 5:11 p.m.: Mercy medics were called but cancelled since no one involved is injured.

Law and Order: DWI suspect accused of smuggling marijuana into jail

By Howard B. Owens

Barry R. Robinson, 29, of 16 Park Ave., Brockport, is charged with promoting prison contraband, 1st, unlawful possession of marijuana, DWI, driving with a BAC of .08 or greater, aggravated unlicensed operation, failure to stop at a stop sign, failure to keep right, unsafe tires and unlawful possession of marijuana. Robinson was arrested at 1:54 a.m. Sunday on Clinton Street by Officers Darryl Streeter and Marc Lawrence following an accident in which Robinson apparently lost control of his vehicle and drove off the roadway. Robinson's driver's license allegedly had 19 prior suspensions. He was jailed on $2,000 bail. At 8:29 p.m., Sunday, while in the Genesee County Jail, Robinson was allegedly found in possession of six bags of marijuana in his sock and underwear. Investigators said the marijuana appeared to be packaged for sale. Robinson is scheduled to reappear in Batavia City Court at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday.

Paul Hipolito Colon, 29, of Marne Street, Rochester, is charged with possession of untaxed cigarettes and failure to stop at stop sign. Colon was stopped at 9:31 a.m. Friday on Akron Road, Pembroke, by Sgt. Brian Frieday for an alleged traffic violation. Colon was allegedly found in possession of 400 untaxed cigarettes.

Delmus M. Holton, 35, of Clinton Street, Rochester; Preston L. Lawrence, 38, of Afton Street Rochester; and, Ray M. Little, 49, of Langham Street, Rochester, are charged with trespass. At 10:56 a.m. Friday, a resident in Bergen reported seeing a suspicious vehicle in the area of 7427 Clinton St. Road, Bergen. The vehicle was located, parked off the road, across the street from Demo's Truck Parts. The three men allegedly entered the Demo's property without permission. (Initial report)

Jason M. Norton, 39, and Michelle T. Norton, 51, of 7198 Pekin Road, Oakfield, are charged with trespass (both), disorderly conduct (Jason only) and resisting arrest (Jason only). The husband and wife duo were arrested following an alleged incident at a West Main Street business.

A 17-year-old resident of Le Roy is charged with petit larceny, criminal possesion of stolen property, 5th, and burglary, 3rd. The youth was arrested Saturday morning after Le Roy PD received a report of a person going through several vehicles in the parking lot at 18 Genesee St., Le Roy. The youth was apprehended following a brief foot chase. Property was found at the scene and Le Roy PD is asking anybody who may have missing property to contact the police department. Le Roy PD did not release the name of the suspect.

Timothy James Ziminski, 19, of Walden Street, Batavia, is charged with criminal possession of stolen property, 5th, and displaying forged inspection certificate. Ziminski was allegedly found to have a forged and stolen inspection sticker on his vehicle.

Car accident at Route 33 and Read Road

By Billie Owens

A car accident is reported at Route 33 and Read Road in Pembroke. A female in the car is conscious and alert. She's "shook up" but apparently has minor injuries. Alexander Fire Department is responding due to East Pembroke Fire District's manpower being employed elsewhere. Medics from Bethany are also en route.

UPDATE (11:23 a.m.): The car is in a ditch.

UPDATE 11:41 a.m.: A 40-year-old woman is being transported to UMMC.

Law and Order: Man accused of biting face of victim during argument

By Howard B. Owens

Jonathan Donnie Laverne, 47, of Council House Road, Alabama, is charged with assault, 3rd, unlawful imprisonment, 2nd, and criminal mischief, 4th. Laverne is accused of biting the face of another person during a domestic incident Jan. 17. Laverne allegedly took the mobile phone of the person and prevented the person from leaving or calling for help. Laverne was jailed on $5,000 bail.

Gregory Seppe, 53, of North Spruce Street, Batavia, is charged with five counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance, 7th. Seppe was arrested following a report at 10:22 p.m., Monday, of a man causing a disturbance at the Arrow Mart store on Clinton Street Road, Batavia.

Andrea Linda Kempisty, 23, of Lovers Lane Road, Pembroke, is charged with DWI, driving with a BAC of .18 or greater, failure to stop at stop sign, failure to yield right of way at stop sign and moving from lane unsafely. Kempisty was stopped at 2:17 a.m. Monday on Route 5, Batavia, by Deputy James Diehl.

Law and Order: DWI arrest in Le Roy

By Howard B. Owens

Thomas J. Smith, 23, of 8048 E. Main Road, Le Roy, is charged with DWI, driving with a BAC of .08 or greater and criminal possession of a controlled substance, 7th. Smith was stopped at 2:12 a.m. Saturday on Lake Street, Le Roy, by Le Roy Police.

A 17-year-old of South Lake Road, Pembroke, is charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and possession/consumption of alcohol under age 21. The youth was allegedly found by Deputy Patrick Reeves to have concealed a quanity of marijuana and alcohol in a duffle bag during a traffic stop on Main Road, Pembroke.

Brandi Elizabeth Schmiedicker, 18, of Genesee Street, Darien, is charged with unlawful dealing with a child. Schmiedicker is accused of hosting an underage drinking party, which was reported through Tipline.

Paul M. Flis, 19, of Salisbury Lane, Blasdell, is charged with DWI and driving with a BAC of .08 or greater. Flis was allegedly found behind the wheel in a stopped vehicle on Genesee Street, Darien, at 4:19 a.m. Sunday, by Deputy Kevin McCarthy.

Organizers announces results of 'Shooting for a Cure' at Pembroke HS

By Howard B. Owens

Press Release:

Corfu, NY -- On Thursday, January 5, the Pembroke High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team took to the court for a, “Shooting for A Cure,” benefit basketball game against Attica High School.  Their goal was to raise money for breast cancer research.  On Friday, January 6 at 3 pm, the Pembroke High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team will appear at Roswell Park Cancer Institute to present hospital officials with the $4000 they  raised at their Shooting For A Cure Event.  The team will be make the presentation wearing their custom designed Shooting For A Cure pink uniforms, created exclusively by Impressive Marks.

The Pembroke Team partnered with a number of area businesses in their successful fund raiser including Impressive Marks, D & D Printing, Next Generation Vending, Pizza Pantry, Great Erie Federal Credit Union and SUBWAY®.  They were also supported by the internationally renowned, Walt Disney Company, who donated Disney Theme Park passes to be raffled at the game.  According to team’s coach, Mike Wilson, the event far surpassed the team’s initial goals.

“We are a small school in a rural district and our team has to consistently work to raise money for most everything we need, including our warm-ups and team sneakers,” Wilson said.  “But this time, the girls wanted to do something different, something they felt was truly helpful for our school and those affiliated with our Pembroke community who have been so widely impacted by breast cancer diagnoses. To their credit they put together an amazingly successful fundraiser in partnership with some very generous businesses and organizations.”

RPCI officially sanctioned “Shooting For A Cure,” and Cindy Eller, Executive Director of the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, acknowledged the significance of the grass roots fundraiser.  “It’s wonderful when                young people, such as these Pembroke students, come together to make a difference in the lives of those facing cancer,” said Eller. “And for the girls to go out and enlist the support of businesses for donations to help raise such a significant amount of money, truly speaks to the character of the team, their families, the school and the Pembroke community at large. We are honored by their efforts in the name of critically needed breast cancer research.”

Local companies involved in Shooting For A Cure include Impressive Marks (creating custom designed apparel for Pembroke teams and fans,) D&D Printing, (providing game flyers, posters and programs,) Next Generation Vending (donating food to sell during the game,) Pizza Pantry (donating discounted pizzas for sale during game,) Great Erie Credit Union (donating popcorn for sale during the game) and Subway (donating drinks for sale during the game.)

Adult Dodgeball League forming in Pembroke, deadline is Jan. 13

By Billie Owens

A new Dodgeball League is forming in Pembroke. This league is for people 18 and over. League play starts Jan. 21 and runs every Saturday night for seven weeks. A dozen teams will be excepted with a maximum of 10 people per team and a minimum of six people.

Registration with payment is due by Jan. 13. Cost is $200 per team. If you do not have a team, we can put you on a team that needs players at a cost of $20. For all information go to www.pembrokedodgeball.com.

The league is a fund raiser for PYA Pembroke Indoor Soccer.

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