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Ontario Beach Park closed for swimming after tests find high E. coli levels
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Ontario Beach Park is closed for swimming on Thursday after tests found high levels of the bacteria E. coli in the water. That’s according to the New York State Coastal Beach Water Quality Status website. The website also says there are water clarity issues. E....
Moving out of the planning board and into the construction phase for new BK
Barriers have been put up on the corner, and work has begun inside the former Batavia Restaurant Supply building at West Main and South Lyon streets in preparation for the demolition of the Batavia site to make way for a future Burger King.After several trips between the city
Art and music take center stage in Irondequoit Saturday
IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. — Everyone's invited to a free art and music festival happening in Irondequoit Saturday. I-Square will be the place to be for the second annual Irondequoit Arts & Music Festival. More than 40 artists will be at the festival selling their original artworks and crafts. Eight bands,...
Labor Daze to celebrate old favorites and new additions for 40th event
Here’s hoping that the extended weather forecast is off base for this weekend, because organizers are bringing back the car cruise to this year’s Labor Daze, Jamie Lindsley says.The cruise is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in the village of Oakfield.“We are looking forward to a great turnout of classic cars thanks to help from some experienced car cruise and show aficionados,” said Lindsley, Oakfield Betterment Committee chair. So pay no mind to a chance of rain on Saturday and dress accordingly for a day of fun, food, music and mingling. Labor Daze is arguably the area's—and certainly Genesee County's—biggest three-day Labor Day weekend festival.
TSA warns travelers about ‘cat eyes’ weapons at airport security checkpoints
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As many people head to the airports for travel, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has a message for passengers. TSA agents are seeing more “cat eyes” weapons being carried to checkpoints. “Cat eyes,” which are perhaps better known for their dangerous ears than their eyes, fall along the lines of brass knuckles.
‘Everyone’s just going to love him’: Bruce the Bat Dog to make his debut
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — One local pup has a big day ahead of him, as he prepares for his formal debut at Innovative Field in Rochester next week. Bruce the Bat Dog will mark his first day on the job Sept. 5. Thursday, a week before the scheduled Red Wings game, his owner told News 8 […]
Montgomery Court, new café on Park Ave. in Rochester, to open Monday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC ) — A new café and coffee option is coming to Rochester: Montgomery Court! The new joint is tucked away at Colby & Park Ave. — the official address is 1241 Park Avenue —and nestled in the ABC Streets Neighborhood. “(This) neighborhood definitely has a need for a community center, a place […]
Bands at Barnard benefit concerts prep for last two weeks
The Bands at Barnard benefit concert on Wednesday evenings benefit the 98-year-old fire department in Greece. Barnard Fire Department president and firefighter Kevin J. Bardeen and The Tommy Brunett Band join us for this first edition of ARC Rochester. "We've been doing the bands concert series for 10 years now,"...
AJ's Beer Warehouse closing after 11 years in business
After 11 years in business, the owners of AJ's Beer Warehouse on Clay Road in Rochester say they are closing. They didn't provide a specific reason, but did post the following statement on social media:. "Today is a day that we hoped would never come, however, the time to say...
Acme Bar & Pizza to close after 26 years
A Reddit post from this afternoon hinted that Acme Bar & Pizza will close this Saturday, August 31 after 26 years as a late night staple in Rochester — the news was confirmed by Acme bar manager Chelsea Brown. While the business has not made an official announcement of...
Drink and dance with the City Ballet
Roc Dance Collective and the Rochester City Ballet are joining forces to show off some new performances. And if that wasn't exciting enough, they're offering wine and beer too. 13WHAM's Chris Lopez gives us a behind-the-scenes look inside RCB Studios to find out more about the third annual "Booze N'...
Fox Rochester launches ARC Rochester 8-10 a.m. weekdays
Fox Rochester (WUHF) has officially launched a new program weekday mornings, expanding on the content produced by the 13WHAM/WUHF morning team. ARC Rochester immediately follows Good Day Rochester and runs from 8-10 a.m. It is hosted by Abby Fridmann and Dan Schrack. The morning team of Stephannie Joseph, Chris Lopez...
Celebrating 25 years of conservation efforts with Save Our Sodus; and the displacement of animals due to climate change: coming up on "Environmental Connections," on Friday, August 30, 2024
12:00: Celebrating 25 years of conservation efforts with Save Our Sodus. 1:00: The displacement of animals due to climate change. Today on "Environmental Connections," we’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of Save Our Sodus, a grassroots organization dedicated to protecting the water quality and shoreline of Sodus Bay. We discuss how community-driven initiatives can make a lasting difference in preserving our natural resources. Our guests:
Rochester native Danielle Ponder performs at the NYS Fair (photos)
Danielle Ponder performed at Chevy Court on Day 8 of the New York State Fair. Ponder released her debut album, “Some of Us Are Brave,” in 2022 after working in the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office for nearly a decade, including as a public defender and as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer.
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