East Rochester
FOOD & DRINK
Waterfront restaurant with views of Irondequoit Bay closing
Brody's on the Bay, a restaurant that sits high above Irondequoit Bay near Webster in Penfield, has announced that its last day of service will be Saturday, July 20. "It is with great sadness that we announce Brody’s On The Bay closing," the Facebook post said. "This Saturday evening will be our last service. We so deeply appreciate the love and support we have received since our opening May of 2021. ...
Bright Spot: A personal parade
Penfield, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on a special festivity in Monroe County. A mini-parade was held Thursday on Whalen Road in Penfield in honor of Bill Watt. The 75-year-old is in comfort care at his home, and was slated to ride in a Corvette at the Town of Penfield's Independence Day parade last month, but wasn't able to.
Rochester getting an official Monopoly game
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The famous Mister Monopoly visited the Strong Museum of Play Friday to announce an official Rochester edition of the popular board game. Following in the footsteps of other cities such as Las Vegas, Boston, and New York, Rochester will be immortalized by Hasbro in this new version of the game. The […]
Ice cream that's way beyond vanilla
I once worked at a shop that served 32 flavors of ice cream. The most popular flavor? Vanilla. That killed me. Vanilla? Why would people choose something so common and ordinary when you can try something new and different?. There's a couple of new places that are after my own...
Rochester Pride Parade route, festival lineup and where to park
Rochester Pride parade update: Thousands are expected to celebrate today. Follow our live updates Participants in Rochester’s annual Pride Parade, usually held along Park Avenue, will march in celebration down South Avenue this year. The 2023 Pride Parade and Festival saw the biggest turnout in history, with over 15,000 attendees and more than 200...
‘In all of our hearts forever:’ Webster’s Brody’s on the Bay to close Saturday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Webster restaurant Brody’s on the Bay confirmed to News 8 they will close Saturday. The location opened in May of 2021, in honor of Webster teen Brody Spade, who died in a car crash in 2020. “Our restaurant represented much more to us than just a business. It was our tribute […]
Cheesy Eddie's to offer free cheesecake for National Cheesecake Day
Rochester, N.Y. — Cheesy Eddie's is preparing for its 13th annual National Cheesecake Day celebration, coming up July 26. For the first time, both Cheesy Eddie's locations are participating in the tradition of offering free cheesecake slices. The location at 602 South Ave. in Rochester will be open from...
Upstate, New York Angler Smashes NYS Fishing Record
What's the biggest fish you've ever caught? Did it break any records?. One man in Upstate New York can answer that question confidently with a big old, YES!. The Department of Environmental Conservation shared exciting news for one Upstate New York angler. According to a social media post, a man...
Upstate NY winery takes top honors in state wine competition
Finger Lakes winery Weis Vineyards took home the two top awards in the 2024 New York Wine Classic, which recognizes wine producers in the state. The announcement was made during a live virtual event on July 17. The 2024 Governor's Cup, which recognizes the competition's best of show, was presented to Weis for...
TLC’s Forbidden Love: Exploring All Filming Locations
TLC’s ‘Forbidden Love’ is a reality docuseries that explores the relationships of four couples who try to make it work despite having opposite faiths and beliefs. As they navigate their differences, the couples’ unity and relationship are put to the ultimate test. Given the differing opinions of the families, it proves to add even more hurdles and clashes between the couples. They must compromise one thing or the other if they want to make it work with their respective partners.
Cooling system fixed after food pulled from shelves at Rochester supermarket
An HVAC failure at ALDI, 175 N. Winton Road, has been fixed and chilled and frozen foods returned to coolers lining the store’s walls. The breakdown affecting the system on the store’s roof happened around 1 p.m. Monday during a rainstorm and was believed to be weather-related. ...
Attention Foodies: Charlotte Restaurant Week begins Friday
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – Friday marks the start of Charlotte Restaurant Week. The summer promotion includes over 100 restaurants from across the metro area with three-course dining deals and pre-fixed prices of $30-$50. The week runs through Sunday, July 28th. Here is a list of all the participants.
Popular ice cream shop coming to Greece
Greece is getting a Bruster’s Real Ice Cream. It’s under construction at 824 Long Pond Road and sits next to a plaza that is anchored by Flight West Wine & Whiskey Bar and the Great American Diner. No opening date has been announced, but the business is accepting job applications. ...
Rochester's Party in the Park draws big crowds with tribute bands and pre-parties
Rochester, N.Y. — Party in the Park had a big turnout Thursday night as the Seven Wonders and The Zac Brown Tribute Band performed for the concert series at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Attendees could visit nearby venues for a pre-party to enjoy specialty drinks before heading to...
Movies with a Downtown View returns to MLK Park
Rochester, N.Y. - The Movies with a Downtown View series has returned to MLK Park on Friday. The series includes three family-friendly evening movies, starting with a free screening of the DCU's Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. LAST YEAR'S EVENT | Movies with a downtown view shows 'Goonies' at Parcel...
Freedom Scholars fighting against banning books
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Members of the Freedom Scholars Learning Center hosted a “Day of Social Action” to protest banning books. The protest was held at the Liberty Pole and involved testimonials, a rally, and a silent “read in” — which encouraged people participating in the event to read a banned book. The Freedom Scholars […]
Take part in Genesee Valley Great Outdoors Week at GCV&M
Genesee Country Village & Museum invites visitors to a week-long celebration of outdoor exploration and family fun at the Genesee Valley Great Outdoors Week, coming up Wednesday, July 24, to Sunday, July 28. This second-annual event welcomes outdoor enthusiasts of all ages to discover, connect, and learn amidst the scenic beauty of the Genesee Valley region.
Geneseo Community Players solve The Mystery of Edwin Drood
The Geneseo Community Players needs your help finishing an incomplete Charles Dickens story. 13WHAM's Chris Lopez tries to solve "The Mystery of Edwin Drood." Charles Dickens left his murder mystery novel "The Mystery of Edwin Drood" unfinished when he died in 1870. More than 100 years later, the story finally got an ending — in musical form. Songwriter Rupert Holmes, best known for the single "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" wrote a stage adaptation of "The Mystery of Edwin Drood," which debuted in New York in 1985.
Arts workshops at local libraries
Free art workshops for adults and youth are coming to two Monroe County libraries over the coming months. Contact the libraries for more information. This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of The Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.