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Temporary emergency family shelter opens in Rochester
The first emergency family shelter leased and developed by Monroe County is now open. County leaders opened the doors of the Moving Forward Family Shelter on Troup Street in Rochester on Wednesday. Operated by the Volunteers of America Upstate New York, the new facility can shelter up to 58 families...
Looking back 60 years at the July 1964 riots in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It all started so innocently: a block party in the Seventh Ward to raise money for a playground. But the arrest of a man for public intoxication was the spark that ignited an inferno on July 24, 1964. That was the first day of riots that...
Rochester Board of Education vice president faces judge over harassment allegations
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Beatriz LeBron, vice president of the Rochester Board of Education, was in court Thursday regarding accusations of threatening a Monroe County legislator. All of this follows a contentious Monroe County Legislature meeting April 9, when legislature vice president Mercedes Vazquez Simmons claims LeBron threatened to...
Guide To August Events In Rochester
If you are looking for things to do in Rochester this month, this is the place for you! Every month, you can come to Rochester Mom Collective to find our guide to monthly events in the area. Enjoy checking out our Guide To August Events In Rochester. We do our best to share accurate information, but be sure to check the organization’s website for up-to-date details.
Superintendent Carmine Peluso on priorities for Churchville-Chili Central School District
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Adam Chodak interviewed Carmine Peluso Thursday — not as the leader of the Rochester City School District, but in his new role as superintendent of the Churchville-Chili Central School District. Peluso announced his departure earlier this year, marking yet another short stay for an RCSD superintendent. He now occupies the corner […]
Bull’s Head Revitalization Project funding approved by Rochester City Council
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester City Councilmembers voted unanimously Tuesday to use state money to fund a portion of the final design and construction of The Bull’s Head Revitalization Project. The $750,000 reimbursement from the State Department of Transportation will get tacked on to the existing $1,000,000 for this specific work. Plans for the project […]
News10NBC Investigates: RG&E VP of customer service says utility is rebounding
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – RG&E says more people are behind on their bills than ever. There are 77,000 local customers who are 60 days or greater in arrears, amounting to about $80 million in debt. “This debt is going to be absorbed by the rest of the paying customers of...
Rochester Fringe Festival reveals full lineup for 2024
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Rochester Fringe Festival has revealed its full lineup for 2024! The lineup consists of 250 productions with more than 650 performances over 12-days including some Rochester Fringe debuts and U.S. world premieres. Acts include a range of different groups and performers including Pete Davidson, the world premiere of ‘Crique du […]
Spencerport Canal Days happening this weekend
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Spencerport Canal Days kicks off this weekend, with lots of fun for the whole family. The event takes place Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. Visitors will find arts and craft vendors, plenty of food, and live entertainment. “It’s our opportunity to showcase Spencerport and Odgen,” […]
Driving Park Bridge closing Saturday for Bridging Communities party
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The City of Rochester issued a traffic alert Thursday, warning drivers the Driving Park Bridge will be closed through Saturday afternoon. The Driving Park Bridge from Maplewood Avenue to Carthage Drive will close from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. July 27 for the Genesee Land Trust’s Bridging Communities River Party event. The celebration of the […]
Upstate New York City Getting It’s Own Version Of Board Game
Summertime in Western New York often means people coming outside to do all sorts of things when the warm weather is around. Whether it's taking advantage of all the great concerts, events, and shows happening in the region or just finding some water to hang out at, 99 times out of a hundred, what it does not mean is hanging out at home.
Study: Rochester has one of the largest gaps in rent and wage increases
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A nationwide study found that Rochester has one of the largest gaps between rent and wage increases. Rochester and Buffalo topped the list for places where rent outpaced wages the most from 2022 to 2023. Rochester ranked fifth. Researchers also surveyed renters across the US to see how rent prices impact […]
Penfield neighbors react to proposed Costco development
Penfield, N.Y. (WHAM) — As the Town of Penfield inches toward the approval of a new Costco store near a developing section of State Route 250, neighbors are reacting to the possible new development. John Crombach has lived in Penfield for more than 30 years. He recalls much change;...
Free summer series for teens continues in Rochester through mid-August
Rochester, N.Y. — A fun evening was had on Thursday at the R-Night Out series. Thursday's event, which took place at the Rochester Community Sports Complex, featured a silent disco and carnival games. "This is a thing we came up with to engage our young people, and over the...
Local group forms to support Kamala Harris
In the last weeik a lot has changed in politics. President Biden dropped out of the presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. After his endorsement, VP Harris raised a record-breaking 81 million dollars in just 24 hours. Her campaign received donations from 888,000 donors on the first day, many of whom were first-time donors. Unwavering support for VP Harris’ nomination has trickled to Rochester, with a Rochester for Harris group forming in...
North Greece Fire Department Groundbreaking Ceremony for First Responder Memorial
The North Greece Fire Department (NGFD) held a groundbreaking ceremony for its first Responder Memorial on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 11 AM at NGFD Station One, located at 645 North Greece Road. The First responder memorial is dedicated to the bravery and sacrifice of first responders. This memorial will...
Rochester marks 60th anniversary of 1964 uprising with film screening
Rochester, N.Y. — This week marks the 60th anniversary of the July 1964 riots in Rochester. Frustration and resentment brought on by institutional racism, overcrowding and police-dog attacks exploded into three days of violence. The Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr. Commission hosted a screening Wednesday night of the...
Free Peace Barbeque Hosted By Pathways to Peace
Members of the City of Rochester’s Pathways to Peace outreach team are firing up the grill in several city neighborhoods this summer. The Pathways to Peace Barbeques aim to build positive relationships, strengthen neighborhoods, and reduce youth violence. This week’s free Peace Barbeque will take place, 5 to 7 p.m., today, Wednesday, July 24 at Manhattan Square Park, 353 Court St. Members of the Pathways to Peace outreach team will dish up flavorful barbeque and provide residents with valuable information and resources. Additional Peace Barbeques will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on the following days and locations:
Cool Sweep enacted in Rochester Wednesday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Folks in Rochester have options when it comes to beating the hot and humid weather Wednesday. Rochester Mayor Malik Evans announced Tuesday, a Cool Sweep operation will take place Wednesday. This means local R-Centers, spray parks, pools and libraries will be open – some with extended hours. Here’s a list of […]
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