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West Herr WBEN Buffalo Business Report - Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024
The Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse “semiconductor superhighway” receives $40 million in federal funds, ConnectLife, Fattey Beer and the Bills partner for a blood drive, and an amusement partnership continues.
Charges Pending in Beechwood Neighborhood Gunfire
Rochester police say charges are pending in an investigation that began with gunfire in the Beechwood neighborhood. An empty building near Culver Road and Parsells Avenue was hit yesterday by gunfire and a car was seen speeding away. A car matching the description was stopped by officers on Clifford Avenue,...
Supreme Court ruling clouds Rochester diocese bankruptcy
As the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester’s nearly five-year-old bankruptcy inches closer to a to a final settlement, a new U.S. Supreme Court decision could have an untold effect on the diocese’s case. In a 5-4 vote last Thursday, the court majority blocked the bankruptcy plan for OxyContin...
Looking ahead at the 2024-2025 RBTL season
Here we go again! The Rochester Broadway Theatre League is looking ahead to its 2024-2025 season, which includes hits like 'Les Miserables' and 'Mamma Mia'. RBTL Broadway presenter Albert Nicciolino joins Good Day Rochester to promote this lineup of smash hit musicals. "Les Mis is unbelievably spectacular," Nicciolino says. "I'm...
New Eastman Performing Arts Medicine Center integrates music in healing
The transdisciplinary center spans University of Rochester schools and its Medical Center. The region’s sole program blending music, arts, health care, and research to advance healing is now called Eastman Performing Arts Medicine Center, a designation that represents the growing impact of the University of Rochester initiative. The transdisciplinary...
Decades-old D&L Groceries in 19th Ward struggles to survive amid major road construction
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Construction on Genesee Street is causing closures and hurting small businesses, with one owner saying she’s reaching the end. D&L Groceries, a mom-and-pop grocery store on Genesee Street for nearly four decades, has survived the pandemic, employee embezzlement, and even the death of one of the owners. But construction right outside the front door may cause Deloris Hamilton to close the doors for good.
Crime Stoppers: Unsolved murder of Sherrice Jackson
July 2, 2024 marks 3 years since Sherrice Jackson was murdered. Three years after Jackson's death, her killer is still at large. Rochester Police Investigators Matt Klein and Mario Correia join Good Day Rochester to discuss the continuing investigation. "Three years ago, Jackson was murdered in her home at 151...
Coming up on "Connections:" Tuesday, July 2, 2024
12:00: Discussing CITY Magazine’s July 2024 issue. 1:00: Special rebroadcast – Jonna Mendez, former chief of the disguise for the CIA. Leah Stacy, editor of CITY, hosts this preview of the latest edition of the magazine. The July issue is all about the Finger Lakes. Our guests take us on a tour of the arts, culture, and culinary scenes—from Conesus Lake to Otisco Lake. In studio:
Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse tech hub awarded $40M federal investment
Editor’s note: A live news conference was streamed in this post at 2:15 p.m. You can watch the full press conference at the bottom of this page. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The tech hub of the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse area was awarded $40 million for Upstate New York’s goal of becoming a semiconductor superhighway. The “NY SMART […]
Tech & Innovation Center for Black Boys to open in Downtown Rochester
A Rochester local is fostering the next generation of leaders with the new Tech & Innovation Center for Black Boys in Downtown Rochester. This summer, the Center will host a Summer STEM Camp designed for Black boys ages 11-14. Mission Fulfilled 2030 founder Gerald A. Moore Sr., joins Good Day...
THIS MONTH (7/23/24) – American Red Cross Blood Drive
The Town of Irondequoit and the American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive at the Irondequoit Library on Tuesday, July 23, from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. To schedule an appointment to give blood, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and search for Sponsor Code IrondequoitCommunity.
18 local veterans recognized for their service
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — 18 veterans who served on active duty between 1955 and 1975 received Congressional recognition for the sacrifices they made in protecting our nation. Each veteran was presented with a pin and a plaque for their service. The executive director of the Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester says it’s not just about […]
Brockport Names Nick Fiorentino Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach
SUNY Brockport Director of Athletics Dr. Erick Hart has announced the hiring of Nick Fiorentino as the Golden Eagles full-time head men's lacrosse coach on Tuesday. Fiorentino will be primarily responsible for managing all functions and oversight of Brockport's men's lacrosse program. "We are thrilled to welcome Nick Fiorentino as...
Michael Scott, Surgical Recovery Pioneer, Named Chair of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Michael Scott, Surgical Recovery Pioneer, Named Chair of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. Michael James Scott, MB, ChB, a leader in quality improvement whose work has helped enhance recovery after surgery, has been appointed chair of the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. He will...
Central NY Regional Market Authority fires executive director (Good Morning CNY for July 2)
Subscribe to get the Good Morning, CNY newsletter delivered to your email inbox weekday mornings. High: 84; Low: 66. Mostly sunny and warmer; see the 5-day forecast. More than 100 protest fatal police shooting in Utica: More than 100 people took to Utica’s City Hall on Monday to protest the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Nyah Mway. The city’s council met regarding legislation, but protesters came out in support of Mway, who was shot by a Utica police officer during a struggle after a foot chase on Friday night. Police say the boy pointed what officers thought was a gun at them; it turned out to be a pellet gun designed to look like a handgun. Also: “He’s got a gun!” A second-by-second timeline of the shooting. (Kenny Lacy Jr. photo)
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in New Hampshire
Bob's Stores is closing all of its store locations, including one in Hampshire. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. The only New Hampshire location is located at 1400 Oaklawn Ave. in Cranston. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial struggles led...
Troy Seymour: From SUNY Oswego Assistant Coach to Head Wrestling Coach at SUNY Brockport
Brockport has named Troy Seymour as the full-time head wrestling coach, taking over the management of the university's acclaimed wrestling program. Troy Seymour joins Brockport after five years as an assistant wrestling coach at SUNY Oswego. He brings experience of coaching multiple All-Americans, NCAA qualifiers, and conference champions. Seymour's background...
From Roberts Wesleyan to Paris: Pole vaulter Brynn King’s Olympic dream comes true
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Roberts Wesleyan pole vaulter Brynn King is headed to Paris after qualifying for Team USA at the Olympic trials over the weekend. King shocked the track and field world by jumping her personal best to earn a spot on the Olympic team. She’s coached at Roberts Wesleyan by former gold medalist Jenn Suhr.
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