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Kodak has had many secrets. This one was hiding in plain sight
There I was in 1980, covering the usually sleepy affairs of the Gates Town Board. I was new to the beat for the Rochester Times-Union. And, I was new to reporting, as well, having left my job as college English teacher. ...
Barn in Le Roy to get fresh color on iconic signs on Saturday
CLARIFICATION: Only the Jell-O side is being painted on Saturday.The iconic Jell-O/Mail Pouch Barn on Asbury Road in Le Roy will get a fresh coat of paint on the old advertising signs on Saturday by John Doemling, who originally painted the signs on the barn in 2013.The
Daniel's Law Task Force meets, moves closer to issuing recommendations
The Daniel’s Law Task Force met virtually Wednesday as New York continues to explore reducing police involvement in mental health-related calls. The program stems from proposed legislation known as Daniel's Law, named for Daniel Prude, who died in 2020 of asphyxiation while in Rochester police custody during a mental health incident.
Company news: Chris Cochran promoted by Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, announced the promotion of Chris Cochran to store manager at the Sandy Creek Tops store. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By...
Sibling Success: Clarke Duo Dominates NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship
(WNY News Now) – Stafford, N.Y. – Evan and Audrey Clarke triumphed at the 11th NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship, achieving a stellar seven-under-par at Stafford Country Club. The brother-sister pair combined for seven birdies and an eagle, finishing five strokes ahead of the competition. The brother-sister duo...
Rare Fungus That Kills Tens of thousand Of Trees Now In New York
A fungus that was first found in Wisconsin is now threatening trees in New York State. The New York State DEC wants New Yorkers to check on oak trees. "Be on the lookout for oak wilt throughout NYS! Have you checked your oak trees recently? Now is a great time to look for signs of oak wilt, a non-native fungus," the DEC stated on social media.
Geneseo Hosts NYS Camp College Students
SUNY Geneseo recently welcomed more than 40 high school students and professional mentors from across New York State for Camp College, a three-day college-access experience for rising high school seniors. The free enrichment program was coordinated by the New York State Association for College Admission Counseling (NYSACAC). The July 17–19...
Mark your calendar: Cheesy Eddie’s offering free cheesecake slices on Friday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — National Cheesecake Day is less than a week away, and a local business is going to celebrate in a big way. On Friday, Cheesy Eddie’s is going to hand out more than 3,000 slices of cheesecake — for free!. For the first time ever...
Photos: The 100-Lap Enduro at the Genesee County Fair
The 100-Lap Enduro was held at the Genesee County Speedway on Wednesday at the Genesee County Fair.The race pits drivers and their near-scrap-yard vehicles against each other and their ability to just make it through all 100 laps without breaking down.We don't have information on who won
Honeoye Falls First Presbyterian Youth Group Held Pickleball Fundraiser For Friends Of Borgne; Ice Cream Social To Be July 28 At Dipper Dan
With recent turmoil in Haiti causing serious difficulty for Honeoye Falls’ sister City of Borgne, the Friends of Borgne are grateful for local efforts to raise funds to offer aid. On Sunday, July 28, there will be an ice cream social at Dipper Dan from 2-6 p.m. with proceeds benefiting food and education programs in Borgne.
Car seat inspections held in Gates
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Every fourth Tuesday of the month at the Gates Fire Department, certified car seat inspectors help make sure parents and caregivers are safely transporting their precious cargo. First responders say car seat instructions often get lost, or parents have questions, and the majority of those who stop by realize they are […]
Camp EAGR: A life-changing summer camp for kids with epilepsy
RUSH, N.Y. — Summer camps are in full swing, and a one-of-a-kind program in our area just got a major boost. The Pirate Toy Fund donated toys and books to Empowering People’s Independence Summer Camp, known as Camp EAGR, on Tuesday. For one week campers will come and...
Moving Forward Family Shelter opens in Monroe County
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello was joined by a state delegation, county legislators, and Volunteers of America Wednesday for the ribbon cutting of the new Moving Forward Family Shelter. This is the first time Monroe County has leased and developed emergency shelter space. The shelter can house up to 58 families […]
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