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House powers Red Wings past Mets
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Brady House‘s two home run game powered the Rochester Red Wings past the Syracuse Mets 4-2 in the second game of the Battle of the Dishes Thursday evening. ”Brady House was the story of the game,” Red Wings manager Matthew LeCroy said. “He had a...
Smoke shop on East Avenue raided by state
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A local smoke shop was raided by the state Thursday. Upscale Smoke, on East Avenue in Rochester, has a sign on the front door. It reads: “This business is ordered to stop illegal activity,” and illicit cannabis has been seized from the store. It...
NYSP: Woman in hospital after rollover crash on Route 490
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A woman is in the hospital after a rollover crash on Route 490. State Police say the woman driving a GMC SUV swerved to avoid other traffic, hit a concrete barrier, and then crashed into a Toyota SUV. It happened around 5:20 p.m. Thursday, near Meigs Street.
Gates firefighters offer dorm safety tips for college students
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Gates Fire District wants students to review their campus and dorm fire escape plans before the upcoming semester begins. Firefighters said cooking can be a risk, and advised making sure to never leave food unattended while using a stove or microwave. Items such as candles and cigarettes are usually prohibited […]
Nearly 30 Rochester youths awarded college, high school scholarships
Rochester, N.Y. — The Boys & Girls Club of Rochesteris celebrating the educational achievements and aspirations of local students. Nearly 30 students are now the newest recipients of the Eva and Vaughn Morgan Educational Scholarship. The program helps countless young students pursue their dreams of attending college or private...
News10NBC In-Depth: Outrage after ex-cop gets weekends in jail for raping 13-year-old girl
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. – “We wish he was in prison.”. That’s what Assistant District Attorney Kelly Wolford says about Shawn Jordan. That’s where the mother of his victim begged the judge to send him. But Jordan isn’t going there. Instead, the former Rochester Police officer will...
Rochester Police Department alters recruitment campaign to address officer shortage
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Law enforcement agencies across the country are short on officers, including right here in Rochester. That's why the Rochester Police Department is trying a new method this year to recruit officers. RPD recruitment officers say their new campaign included creating a focus group consisting of...
Crime Stoppers raffle for K-9 initiative offers tickets to Rock Hall induction ceremony
Rochester, N.Y.— Crime Stoppers is offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience through a fundraiser for its K-9 initiative. Three lucky winners from the "Rocking K-9 Raffle" will get a pair of tickets to the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, which will include Rochester native Lou Gramm's band, Foreigner.
RRH’s Healthy Moms program hooks families up with resources ahead of the new school year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester Regional Health’s Healthy Mom’s program took over the St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester Thursday with a fair to ensure families have everything they need ahead of the new school year. 2024 Back to school start dates in Rochester and the Finger Lakes The Healthy Mom’s program offers services for local mothers […]
'Who Let the Dogs Out?' adoption event in Rochester will feature live music, bar crawl
Rochester, N.Y.— The City of Rochester Animal Services is teaming up with the Verona Street Animal Society for the inaugural "Who Let the Dogs Out?" benefit event. It will feature live music, a bar crawl, a variety of local vendors, and of course, some adorable dogs up for adoption.
Foodlink’s Festival of Foods to return in September
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Foodlink is preparing for its largest fundraising event of the year, as it gears up for the return of its 19th annual Festival of Foods. The event takes an all-you-can-eat form, featuring a number of iconic Rochester food and drink vendors, including local farms, bakeries and breweries. There will also be […]
West Herr, Scott Bieler donate new handcycles to Greater Buffalo Adaptive Sports
It was a day of celebration in Williamsville as the West Herr Automotive Group and the Scott Bieler Family Foundation donated 10 new handcycles to the Greater Buffalo Adaptive Sports Organization.
City Requests State Comptroller Investigate Former Housing Court Judge
A resolution requesting the State Comptroller investigate a former Housing Court Judge for illegally receiving city retiree benefits is coming before the Jamestown City Council. In the agenda for the Monday, August 19 work session, the staff report for the resolution states that Fred Larson, a retired Jamestown Housing Court...
Elizabeth Sharrow Receives National Recognition for Book on the Legacy of Title IX
Equality Unfulfilled discusses how Title IX has impacted higher education over the past 50 years. Dr Sharrow and her co-author, James Druckman, professor at the University of Rochester in New York, argue that sex-based inequalities in college athletics still persist today because of institutional roadblocks that undermine efforts to achieve systemic change. The book features experiences and opinions on gender equity from student-athletes, coaches, college administrators, and members of the public.
What's next for Rochester's animal shelter?
Jennifer Brown and Brian Sharp on "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Rochester’s animal shelter is at a pivotal moment as homeless pets face new challenges. WXXI's Jasmin Singer, Beth Adams, and Brian Sharp have spent the last couple months investigating the situation. We discuss their...
American Airlines flight bound for Rochester makes emergency landing in Syracuse
An American Airlines flight traveling from Boston to Rochester made an emergency landing at the Syracuse Hancock International Airport on Wednesday afternoon. Andy Moore, director of the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, said there was "a maintenance issue during the flight" that required the aircraft to divert to Syracuse, where the plane landed safely at 3:24 p.m. ...
Phone scammers pose as East Rochester police
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The East Rochester Police Department warned residents of a new phone scam going around Thursday afternoon. According to police, the scammers are using the department’s number (585-586-4399) to call people in the area and beyond, falsely claiming to be an official with the department. The caller ID might appear on the victim’s […]
Unlock Top Talent at the ROC Exploration Weekend Career Fair
Calling all local employers! The ROC Exploration Weekend Career Fair is fast approaching, and we’re offering you a golden opportunity to connect with the brightest minds from Greater Rochester Area colleges, universities, and trade schools. On Saturday, September 14th, CampusROC is hosting a career fair at Innovation Square, and we want you to be part of this exciting event.
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