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New non-stop flights from Rochester to Florida & North Carolina
ROCHESTER, NY (WROC) – Avelo Airlines announced a large expansion in Rochester Wednesday – now offering non-stop flights from Rochester to Central Florida and North Carolina near Charlotte. The one-way flights will run twice weekly in the fall. According to the airline, flights will be priced low, with some starting at just $62. Passengers will […]
Two kayakers found safe after kayak was found overturned on Moose River, Forest Rangers say
WEBB- Two kayakers are safe after their kayak were found overturned in the Western Adirondacks. It was shortly before 3:30 p.m. Sunday when Forest Rangers McCartney and Pelrah responded to a pair of kayakers who had overturned on Moose River in the town of Webb, Herkimer County. A little over...
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 […]
Suspicious package investigation shuts down part of South Clinton Ave. in Rochester
Rochester police are currently investigating a suspicious package in the 800 block of South Clinton Ave. As a precaution, a section of S. Clinton Avenue has been closed, and nearby residents have been asked to stay indoors, police said. Additional information will be provided as the situation unfolds, police said. Motorists are advised to avoid the area. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Suspicious package investigation shuts down part of South Clinton Ave. in Rochester
The Magnet Fried Chicken to open second location in Brighton
PENFIELD, BRIGHTON, N.Y. (WROC) — The popular fast-casual joint in Penfield, The Magnet Fried Chicken, is looking to open its second location. Co-owners and father-son duo Jeff and Riley Christiano expect the new place, located in the old Schaller’s in Brighton, to be up and running in the fall. The Magnet Fried Chicken started as […]
Wildlife Rock Stars: Nash the New Guinea Singing Dog returns
On this installment of Wildlife Rock Stars, Good Day Rochester speaks to rock stars Sara Saylor, James Nugent, and Nash the New Guinea Singing Dog. "Bridges for Brain Injury is our main organization," Saylor says. "When [people] participate in the Wildlife Rock Star program, we travel and educate the public on TBI awareness as well as animal conservation."
Previewing the Rochester Fringe Festival lineup
The 13th Rochester Fringe Festival is offering more than 650 shows at more than 30 venues. Producer and CEO Erica Fee joins Good Day Rochester to talk about the festival's lineup. "One show that will be very different is Architects of Air," Fee says. "It's this immersive, interactive walkthrough." "We...
Bridging Communities: The Genesee Land Trust
The Driving Park Avenue Bridge shuts down this Saturday thanks to the Genesee Land Trust. Helen Dumas of the Land Trust and Jesse Barksdale, owner of J. Ribs near the event, join Good Day Rochester to tell us more. "We're gonna have live music on the bridge," Dumas says. "We'll...
Dan's Crafts & Things celebrates 50 years in business
Dan's Crafts & Things has supplied hobbyists with nifty tools for 50 years. Chris Lopez visits Dan's Crafts & Things to find out how the family-owned store is observing this anniversary. "For our 50th anniversary, we have raffle items donated by our partners in this industry," co-owner John Donalies says....
Local violence prevention efforts get a $100,000 state aid boost
Two local agencies that work to reduce violence in the city of Rochester are getting additional state funding. New York State Senator Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) has announced $100,000 to be split between two organizations, Action for a Better Community (ABC) and Rise Up Rochester. Cooney said both of these agencies...
Does Your Summer Need A Fantastic Golf Day?
Summer Friday Like You Mean It! Take a half day and join us for a delicious and fun day at a beautiful golf course with post-round food truck and fun, contests, prizes and tastings on the course. Three Heads Brewing Summer Friday 2024 is Fri. Sept. 20th. The Ultimate Day...
Fisherman practicing for tournament breaks New York record for most popular species in the country
An angler was preparing for an upcoming bass tournament on Cayuga Lake. Practice made the perfect catch. James Britenbaugh of Pennsylvania shattered a 37-year-old New York state record for...
These NY, NJ towns make list for worst cities to buy property in next 5 years
NEW JERSEY - If you're betting on a property, experts say you'll go broke in Rochester, NY and Atlantic City, NJ. Personal finance website GoBankingRates asked a handful of real estate agents across the U.S. where they believe to be the worst cities to buy property in the next five years – Atlantic City and Rochester were ranked as some of the worst.
City Council authorizes low-income housing in Edgerton
Rochester, N.Y. — Rochester City Council approved a proposed housing project Tuesday in the Edgerton neighborhood. The Edgerton Meadows Tiny Homes Project will redevelop Clarence Park into 12 homes for people with extremely low incomes. Construction for Tiny Homes is planned to start in early 2025. The completed homes...
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