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Tornado confirmed that caused damage in Canandaigua on Monday
The National Weather Service has confirmed it was a weak tornado that touched down in Canandaigua on Monday. The Weather Service says the damage that hit trees and other structures in Canandaigua on Monday afternoon was the lowest strength of tornados, an EF-0, with an estimated peak wind speed of 75 miles an hour.
Downed trees, power lines, and property damage reported after severe storms hit Livingston and Ontario counties
CALEDONIA, N.Y. — Neighbors in Caledonia and Farmington say severe storms brought downed trees, powerlines, and damage to their property on Monday afternoon. “We got the alert on our phones, tornado in the area, we turned on Channel 10 and listened to Stacey and she said at 4:15 this place is going to be rocking, at 4:15 this place was rocking,” Michael Pullybank said.
Destructive storms, large hail and strong winds sweep through upstate NY. See the damage
Another string of strong thunderstorms tore through the Finger Lakes region Monday, producing a possible tornado in Ontario County, along with strong winds, heavy rain and hail less than a week after seven confirmed tornadoes rattled the state. The dangerous weather knocked out power for thousands across upstate New York,...
Monroe County Office of Public Integrity: District Attorney Sandra Doorley violated code of ethics
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Monroe County Office of Public Integrity released its report on its investigation into District Attorney Sandra Doorley’s April traffic stop Monday. Doorley drove home and called the Webster police chief when officers tried to pull her over for speeding on April 22. Police body camera footage of the incident shows […]
US: Damaging Storm With Large Hail Lashes Rochester Area, New York
A storm accompanied with large hail swept through New York's Rochester area on Monday, July 15, causing damage and power outages. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “Art Harris via Spectee”. Video Location: Farmington, Ontario County, New York, US Video Recording Date/Time: July 15, 2024.
A downtown housing tower is getting a makeover, and there are plans for a new building beside it
Work has begun renovating the 21-story former Midtown Manor on East Broad Street in downtown Rochester. The project marks the second phase in redevelopment of the largest concentration of affordable housing in the Center City. Developer Conifer Realty has renamed the combined complex Park Square. All told, the complex encompasses...
Rochester residents share mental health impact of witnessing political violence
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Witnessing violence like the attempted assassination of a former president can have a profound effect on us psychologically, from stress to anxiety to poor sleep quality. So how are we all dealing with the aftermath of the shooting and the political tensions that remain? For answers, News10NBC’s Tom Kowalski hit the streets to find out.
Penfield Central School District names new Superintendent
PENFIELD, N.Y. (WROC) – Penfield Central School District has named a new Superintendent – Dr. Tasha Potter. This follows shortly after the announcement Dr. Thomas Putnam would step down to take a leadership role with Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES as Superintendent. Potter has served as Penfield CSD’s Assistant Superintendent for Equity and Access for the last […]
9,200 streets. 7,400 miles. Brighton woman runs every road in Monroe County
A Brighton woman this week finished her seven-year quest to run or walk all of the roads within Monroe County. What grew from a 2019 goal of running all 409 streets in Brighton morphed into a plan to explore every street within Monroe County for Daryl Dear Cubitt. All 9,220 of them.
Coming up on "Connections:" Tuesday, July 16, 2024
12:00: Political scientist Jamie Druckman on the impact of political polarization. 1:00: If you had to stop using plastic for a month, could you do it?. Political polarization can be dangerous. Political scientist Jamie Druckman writes about why the deep divisions matter. We discuss his research, especially in light of the recent assassination attempt of former President Trump. Our guest:
Finger Lakes Land Trust continues regional expansion in Ontario County
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) -The Ithaca-based Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) continues to protect regional lands. The Finger Lakes Land Trust has acquired 38 acres in Richmond and South Bristol in Ontario County. It will be added to the Wesley Hill Nature Preserve near the southern end of Honeoye Lake. The Land Trust now has 428 acres of conserved lands near the lake to help maintain water quality and animal habitats.
Cody Jinks, Dierks Bentley visit CMAC and more to do in the Finger Lakes this week
If you love live music, take your pick. You have big stars at CMAC and you have others who wouldn't mind taking the big stage but are happy to perform for you on Canandaigua Lake, downtown Canandaigua or in Victor parks. Maybe it's something else you're after. You can get...
Phase II of Park Square affordable housing project underway in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — More affordable housing is in the works in Rochester. Conifer has started work on Phase II of the Park Square project. Phase I included the renovation of the former Manhattan Square apartments by Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Phase II will remodel the former Midtown Manor building and finish work on […]
Rochester has everything, but where are the championship eaters?
As a Rochester journalist, I’ve been trained to find the Rochester connection, some person who links the area to national news. If a tree falls in a forest anywhere, it may not make a sound, but, odds are, it’s a Rochester tree. Consequently, I’ve hoped to encounter a man or woman from here who can put away 20 or so hot dogs in 10 minutes on July 4 as a competitor in the annual Nathan’s Famous International...
Thousands without power in Monroe County amid thunderstorms
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Thousands of power outages are being reported throughout the Greater Rochester Area as severe thunderstorms continue. RG&E reported that over 3,100 of its customers were without power in the Greece area around 1:30 p.m. Around half of these customers without power have since seen power restored. The National Grid also reported […]
Strong Museum names ropes course the 'Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb'
Rochester, N.Y. - The Strong National Museum of Play is honoring the legacy of Buffalo Bills founder and longtime owner Ralph Wilson. The museum announced that its high-adventure ropes course will be named the Ralph Wilson Skyline Climb, in honor of Wilson's "lifetime commitment to improving the quality of life in Western New York."
Assemblymember Bronson hosts pride picnic with Rainbow Seniors ROC
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Assemblymember Harry Bronson teamed up with Rainbow Seniors ROC to host the annual Roc Pride Picnic on Sunday afternoon at Genesee Valley Park in Rochester. The parade was also celebrating a 52-year legacy as a multigenerational, family-friendly event. Rainbow Seniors ROC Launched in 2020, Rainbow Seniors ROC seeks to equitably embrace, […]
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