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Ontario County Fair returns: Dates, events, and more
The 181st Annual Ontario County Fair will return in Canandaigua from Tuesday, July 23, through Saturday, July 27. The fair's motto is "Cultivating the Next Generation." "We are committed to providing a venue where people can exhibit agricultural products of all types and to educate the public and foster the development of our youth," an official fair statement reads.
New country bar opens in Fairport. See the photos
Country Roads, a country-themed bar and restaurant, has opened in the The Cannery, an entertainment complex in the former home of the American Can Company in the Village of Fairport. Tim Parinello, who owns BluHorn Tequilaria in Pittsford and Henrietta Hots in Henrietta, is owner. "I really enjoy the experience at Bluehorn and we were looking to do something a bit bigger," he said. Oz Tozan is general manager and David Roderick is chef. ...
Rush-Henrietta will cheer on this Jamaican sprinter at 2024 Olympics
Lanae-Tava Thomas thought she was on the verge of living a dream almost a year ago. One of Section V's all-time great high school track and field athletes while at Rush-Henrietta, Thomas qualified to run with the Jamaican national team at the 2023 World Athletics Championships. But Thomas never made it to Budapest.
Watch the Fort Mackinac Never Sweats vs. the Rochester Grangers
MACKINAC ISLAND — Enjoying a baseball game in the sun is a summer tradition for many, but they’ve likely never seen a game like the ones played at Fort Mackinac. Each summer, the fort hosts a game of vintage base ball, which is played the old fashioned way — barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules.
Southwest side of city sees heavy police activity as parts of Reynolds Street blocked off
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A large police presence descended on Reynolds Street on Rochester’s southwest side Monday night. Officers blocked off parts of the road as they investigated the scene. News10NBC crews witnessed police placing evidence markers on the street and meticulously searching the ground. Details are limited at...
Veteran-owned auto shop opens doors on Rochester’s north side
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Mayor Malik Evans joined business owner Cliff Bostic, along with family and friends, to help celebrate the opening of “Cliff’s Hangar Automotive Repair” on Hudson Avenue. Bostic, a Navy veteran, has been in the automotive industry since 2012. He says:. “I was able...
A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament held Monday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The CDS Wolf Foundation celebrated its 37th annual A Salute to Veterans Golf Tournament Monday. Proceeds from the event go to Warrior Salute Veteran Services. The organization provides case management and transitional housing supports to veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and military sexual trauma. “It supports our […]
Body of missing boater recovered after extensive search in upstate NY; identity released
The body of a missing boater has been located after an extensive search on Sodus Bay in upstate New York, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Deputies reported that the body of Rodney A. Bundschuh, 59, of Victor, New York, was found around 8:15 p.m. on Monday. A female passenger involved in the incident, Judi A. Bonk-Guy, 57, also of Victor, was pulled from the water on Sunday and remains in guarded condition at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester.
Historic 1850s building in Brockport is being torn down due to safety concerns
BROCKPORT, N.Y. — A historic building in Brockport is coming down. Demolition started on Monday on the Whiteside, Barnett, and Company Agricultural Works building, which dates back to about 1850. This building on Clinton Street in Brockport is listed on the National Register for Historic Places. It’s made of...
'Good cause' advocates and community members rally for evicted tenant
On Wednesday afternoon, Rochester tenants and housing advocates rallied outside a duplex in the Susan B. Anthony neighborhood to protest what they say is a no-cause eviction. Roughly 15 people sang, chanted and held signs in support of Rochester resident Yadira Susseth. Tenants' rights advocates who stood behind Susseth used the situation to demonstrate why Rochester needs to pass a strong "good cause eviction" law, which would help tenants like Susseth stay in their homes as long...
Public invited to share input on plans for Durand Eastman beach
The City of Rochester will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, July 24, about design concepts for a potential beach house at Durand Eastman Park and updates to the beach's Master Plan. The meeting will be held at Camp Eastman Kusak Lodge in Irondequoit from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The...
Rochester police release new video in Mt. Read hit-and-run investigation
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Police Department released new surveillance video Monday in connection to a hit-and-run investigation. A three-year-old boy was hit by a vehicle on Mount Read Boulevard on July 10. He was hospitalized with what police said were life-threatening injuries. Investigators are asking for the public’s help identifying the vehicle pictured below. […]
Local leaders speak on youth crime after fights at East Rochester Firemen's Carnival
East Rochester, N.Y. — The future of the annual East Rochester Firemen's Carnival is hanging in the balance following a large disturbance over the weekend. Police said a series of fights involving more than 200 people broke out as the carnival closed Saturday. Earlier that evening, a 17-year-old tried...
First day discoveries at Atlanta Market
After a slight plane delay in New York Wednesday morning, Allison Zisko of Home Accents Today arrived in Atlanta and hit the ground running. A few observations — field notes — from her first half-day day at market:. Accent Décor continues to add it its line of fruit...
‘This is not rocket science:’ Monroe Co. Sheriff calls for end to violence against police
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter is sharing a call on the community and to public officials following the recent rise in assaults on police officers. Last week, a man opened fire on a Rochester police officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop. Two shots were fired and no one was injured. […]
Rochester announces plan to improve city accessibility for people with disabilities
Rochester, N.Y. — The city has announced plans for improvements to right-of-way accessibility, which is now mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The work is designed to remove barriers for people with physical challenges and increase safe areas for them to get around town. This will include...
Monroe County is riding the wave of golf's surge in popularity with lots of new investments
From new amenities at golf courses and driving ranges to a Topgolf planned for Brighton — even at new golf exhibit at The Strong National Museum of Play — the game of golf is paying dividends across the area.
ROC2025 Rebrands to OneROC: A Collaborative Success Story in the Making
At Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, we are proud to be an integral part of the transformative initiative now known as OneROC. This month, we celebrated their rebranding from ROC2025, reflecting on the results of the last five years and renewing our dedication to collaboration among economic development organizations in the Greater Rochester region.
2024 Rochester Pride breaks attendance record
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The 2024 Rochester Pride Parade and festival occupied Highland Park Saturday, bringing big crowds together to celebrate. Organizers say the event broke attendance records this year, with between 20,000 and 25,000 visitors. This year’s honorary Pride marshal, Javannah Davis, spoke on what makes Pride so special. “The comradery and the energy […]
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