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North Hornell to celebrate 100 years since founding
NORTH HORNELL, N.Y. (WETM) — North Hornell residents are invited to the village’s centennial celebration. The Village of North Hornell turned 100 years old this year, and the village is celebrating with a free event on Saturday, Sept. 14. A parade will start at noon, and more festivities will follow in the Village Hall’s parking […]
NYers Urged To Protect Themselves From Life-Threatening Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Hochul
In an announcement on Friday, Aug. 30, Hochul said those who venture outside during the holiday weekend should do so while taking steps to prevent mosquito bites, as cases of diseases caused by the pesky bugs are on the rise. "We want people to get outside this Labor Day weekend...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
Courts graduate largest-ever officer class
Courthouses in Queens and throughout the city will likely soon see a much-needed increase in their court officer ranks after the state’s court system says it just recently graduated its largest and most diverse group of officer candidates ever. Officials with the Unified Court System announced on Wednesday that...
NY will use Medicaid funding for housing, transportation and food
Queens residents receive food and other items from Food Bank For New York City at Elmhurst Hospital on September 16, 2021. Social factors like stable housing and food access weigh heavily on public health. A Biden administration waiver will allow the state to more thoroughly support them. [ more › ]
Local groups hold BBQ fundraiser to fight against child poverty
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The community in Rochester gathered Saturday afternoon in the form of a barbeque to fight against childhood poverty. Good Vibes Music Shop and Triano’s Meat Market and Deli put together a parking lot cookout, complete with live music and food. Organizers said, it’s an effort to raise money for the local […]
St. John Fisher welcomes ‘historic’ Class of 2028, considered one of the largest
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — St. John Fisher University is welcoming its largest class size in the school’s history. Comprised of 687 students, the class of 2028 officially arrived at campus Saturday. “They also enter as the strongest academic group that’s ever entered, the most diverse class that we’ve ever entered,” said Jose Perales, the vice […]
Jailed man dies in cell, MCSO investigates
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man in jail died Saturday morning. According to the sheriff’s office, jail deputies found the 35-year-old man unconscious in a cell around 8 a.m. Despite efforts to save his life, he was eventually pronounced dead. A cause of death has yet to […]
Irondequoit Arts & Music Festival returns for 2nd year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Irondequoit Arts & Music Festival returned to I-Square Saturday for its second year in a row, this time, with a new addition. The festival itself was scheduled to run until 8 p.m., with dozens of arts and craft vendors and live music performances onstage. Things kicked off at 11 a.m. […]
Celebration of life held for 5-year-old who died in Portland Ave. arson
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A celebration of life is being held at the Caanan Baptist Church of Christ for Malakai Stovall – a 5-year-old boy who died as a result of an arson on Portland Avenue. Two sisters, Tiakalya and Taquida Hendrix, were both arrested and accused of...
Drug deal gone bad, gun pulled to rob the victim
State Troopers out of Lyons responded to a report of an armed robbery in Lyons on Wednesday at in the rear portion of the McDonald’s Parking lot in Lyons. According to police, the marijuana deal led to Lorenzo R. Carithers, age 26, of 152 Canal Street in Lyons using a loaded 9mm “ghost gun” to rob a victim.
Man shot and killed inside vehicle identified
Rochester police have identified the man shot and killed on Cuba Place on Friday as 39-year-old James Jackson Jr., a resident of Rochester. On Friday, at about 6:15 p.m., a ShotSpotter alert was activated on Cuba Place, police said. Officers discovered a vehicle crashed into a pole upon arrival. Jackson, the driver and sole occupant, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body, was taken to the University Rochester Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead...
Locally shot movie Death Certificate premieres
Rochester is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere of a movie shot right here in the City. Actor Kenneth "Skrill" Paige, a Rochester native, joins ARC Rochester to tell us about "Death Certificate." "Death Certificate" tells the story of two brothers. One is murdered, and the other (Paige)...
Former Ted Clark’s Busy Market now sold
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — The former Ted Clark’s Busy Market sold after about four months on the market. Associate Real Estate Broker David Huckle of Pyramid Brokerage Company announced on Friday evening that the former family-run grocery store is off the market. The buyer purchased the 12,100-square-foot property, which is located at 118 Broad St. […]
On Tap: Latitude 42 Taphouse Opening in Horseheads
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- There is some excitement brewing with a new family-owned taphouse officially opening on Sunday, September 1. Latitude 42 is located on Old Ithaca Road, and its name is based on the spot's geographical coordinates. The taphouse came to fruition rather quickly, and the owners are thrilled...
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