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Rock legends reuniting for ‘Last Waltz’ tour, including Upstate NY concerts
Two rock legends are reuniting for a special tour paying tribute to The Band’s Robbie Robertson. Guitarist Mike Campbell and keyboardist Benmont Tench, both founding members of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, will lead the “Life is a Carnival: Last Waltz Tour ‘24.” The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will be joined by Ryan Bingham, Jamey Johnson, and Don Was for a series of concerts celebrating the music of Robertson and “The Last Waltz.”
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.
Annual Cat Show brings kitties to town
Cat lovers of the Greater Rochester area unite! The Annual Cat Show is bringing fancy felines to town. Show manager Carmen Johnson-Lawrence of Genesee Cat Fanciers and her celebrity cat Dugan return to Good Day Rochester. "Close to 150 cats enter both days [of the show]," Johnson-Lawrence says. "We have...
Deadline to enroll at Golisano Business Institute nears
As summer draws to a close, the Golisano Business Institute encourages students to enroll in its courses. Golisano president Dr. Ian Mortimer and student Lucas Dorsey join Good Day Rochester to talk about its first year of operation. "We've delivered 24 courses to 65 students," Dr. Mortimer says. "We're anticipating...
Man dies after being thrown from car following Lyons crash
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A man from Williamson is dead after being ejected from his car in Lyons following a crash Wednesday morning, troopers said. According to New York State Police, Brandon Hunter, 26, was driving down Maple Street in Lyons just after 9 a.m. when he left the road and crashed into an embankment, causing […]
Clarissa St Reunion gives away book bags
The 11th annual Back-to-School Book Bag Giveaway is happening at the Clarissa Street Reunion on Saturday, August 17. Rise Up Rochester executive director Wanda Ridgeway and Khadija Yawn of Roc Royal Foundation join Good Day Rochester with more information. "We provide backpacks, school supplies, uniforms, free haircuts," Yawn says. "We...
St. Josaphat’s Ukrainian Festival begins, now in its 52nd year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The St. Josephat’s Ukrainian Festival is scheduled to begin Thursday night. Another busy week of events in Rochester: Here’s what to look out for! In year’s past, the event featured Ukrainian arts and crafts, live entertainment and authentic Ukrainian food. “We love the food. We have all kinds of great Ukrainian […]
Movies with a Downtown View: The Little Mermaid double feature
Rochester's Downtown Definitely invites you to be part of its world in the latest installment of Movies With a Downtown View. Parcel 5 will host a double feature of Disney's 1989 classic "The Little Mermaid" and its 2023 live-action remake on Friday, August 16 at 6:30pm. Rochester Downtown Development Corporation...
Three arrested after Chautauqua Co. raid Thursday morning
(WJET/WFXP)– Three people were arrested in the middling hours of Thursday morning after a search warrant was executed at a Chautauqua County, NY residence. Members of the Jamestown Metro Durg Task Force, SWAT team and Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force executed the warrant around 5:50 Thursday morning in the 2800 block of Bentley Ave. in the Town of Ellicott, NY finding a small amount of drugs and paraphernalia.
Barrington Unveils Avon Elementary’s New Playground
Barrington Board of Education members showed up 30 minutes early to their normal Monday meeting to participate in a ribbon cutting for Avon Elementary School’s recently finished playgrounds. The Retrospect reported in March that the board had approved plans to use nearly $538,000 for brand new equipment and installation and surfacing for two playgrounds at Avon, the main playground and a new pre…
THIS WEEKEND: Ukrainian Festival, Clarissa Street Reunion, and more
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Here’s your guide to events happening this weekend in the Rochester area. You can learn more about what’s happening around town on our Community Calendar. Ukrainian Festival (Thursday through Sunday) The Ukrainian Festival returns to St. Josaphat’s Catholic Church in Irondequoit on Thursday. It...
Sunrise Smart Start: RPD officer sentencing, invasive species
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Thursday, August 15, 2024. Weather Forecast: Sunshine wins and temperatures are back in the middle 80s We start around 60 and finish in the 80s today with hazy skies. It’s another nice night ahead of a good […]
More Roof, Sewer, Water Line Repair Grants Available For Jamestown Homeowners
The Jamestown Department of Development announced applications are being accepted now through August 30 for funding up to $25,000 for repairs. Homeowners must have lived in the property for at least one year and have no outstanding code violations other than the roof or sewer line issues. The applicant also...
Art Events Taking Place Throughout Downtown Jamestown Tonight For Third Thursday
Downtown businesses will be staying open tonight and hosting artists as part of Third Thursday events on the Winter Garden Plaza. The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation said a variety of art events will be happening starting at 2:00 p.m. with a paint party by Dangerruss Art and Angel in front of the Liquid Monkey/Crystal Bodhi Tree on East Third Street.
Lonsberry: CHILD RAPIST GETS PROBATION AND WEEKENDS
He raped a 13-year-old girl. Shawn Jordan, the former Rochester cop, the one who got to be a former cop by allegedly whacking off on Facebook Messenger in front of a 16-year-old girl while in uniform on duty in his blue and white. That Shawn Jordan. He raped a 13-year-old...
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