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'Fairy Grandparents' bring magic to Weld Street, Marketview amid tough challenges
Pink and blue petals decorate a whiteboard greeting a group of elders in the community as they gather in a big room in the YMCA on Lewis Steet: "Welcome Fairy Grandparents." There is magic behind this group. The kind that transcends the usual pixie dust, glitter and wizard wands you would normally think...
Verizon customers facing 911 dialing issue in Rochester region. What to know
The Monroe County Office of Public Safety has issued an advisory to county residents regarding an intermittent issue affecting Verizon Wireless customers' ability to dial 911. Reports indicate this problem extends to Verizon users in neighboring counties as well. As of now, there are no reported impacts on other wireless carriers, according to county officials. MCPS is advising residents who experience this issue to hang up and try re-dialing. Alternatively residents should text 911 by typing 911 in the “to” field of the text message and details of the emergency in the body of the text. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Verizon customers facing 911 dialing issue in Rochester region. What to know
Lilac Festival 2024: Opening day and poster unveiled!
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Lilac Festival is back today as dozens of people will flock to enjoy the festivities. This is the 126th year of the Lilac Festival and over 500,000 visitors come out to look at the collection of lilacs at Highland Park — even from outside of the state! “We would […]
‘Patently unethical and unprofessional:’ NYS defense lawyers call for Sandra Doorley’s resignation
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers called on Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley to resign Tuesday. Doorley was stopped by police for speeding on April 22, but rather than pull over, she drove all the way to her house, parked in her garage, and refused to step […]
Construction begins on 164-unit affordable housing project in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Construction is under way for a five-story affordable housing building in Rochester. The 164-apartment structure is being built on West Main Street where a parking lot stands now. The units will be available for folks earning at or below 80-percent of the area median income. 95 apartments will be reserved for […]
New York’s Oldest Brewery’s $50 Million Revitalization Project Brews Excitement
Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a transformative revitalization endeavor slated for the historic Genesee Brewery in Rochester. A $50 million overhaul will reshape the 146-year-old facility into a state-of-the-art packaging center, amplifying its manufacturing capacity and streamlining operations. The renovation aims to generate up to 57 new positions within two years,...
Autism Council, DMV to issue IDs for special needs families
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Autism Council of Rochester and the Monroe County Mobile DMV unit will team up on Saturday to provide special needs families with New York State government-issued IDs for their children and young adults. The event will take place at the Autism Family Information and Referral Service Center in the Westgate […]
Renovation Alert: Temporary Changes at Hilton Branch Library
The Hilton Branch is getting a new roof! Please pardon our appearance as we undergo this much-needed repair. For everyone's safety, the entrance off the parking lot and the parking lot book drop are currently closed. The Springfield Avenue entrance is open. There is a book drop slot next to the entrance, and plenty of parking in front of the building. You may also pick up or return your materials to our Interim Adult Services Branch at 129 Boyden Avenue. Thank you for your patience and patronage.Visit here for more details.
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