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Student Lifeline Act signed into law
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Governor Kathy Hochul signed new legislation Monday establishing a statewide campaign to help prevent suicide and promote mental health on college campuses. The Student Lifeline Act was sponsored by Senator Samra Brouk and Assemblywoman Sarah Clark. It requires colleges across New York to print information about the state’s 988 Suicide and […]
Play Day returning to downtown Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Play Day is returning to Rochester this weekend. The free family event features games and stories, with food and drinks available to buy. It also highlights the entrepreneurial and volunteer achievements of local youth. Play Day takes place Saturday, September 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Rundel Memorial […]
RCSD will hold public hearings to improve Receivership schools
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester City School District announced public hearings after six of its schools have been identified as “Receivership schools.” According to the NYS Department of Education, a school would be placed under Receivership if it was identified for the Comprehensive Support and Improvement model (CSI). Superintendent receivers exercise more authority to […]
More Pa. parents opting out of vaccinating their kids | Today in Pa.
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RPD searches for suspect who robbed Hudson Ave. store at gunpoint
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Police are searching for whomever robbed a store on Hudson Avenue at gunpoint late Monday night. According to the Rochester Police Department, just before 11 p.m., at least one suspect went into a convenience store. The suspect then showed their firearm and left with cash. There were no reports of injuries. […]
New York Statewide Speed Awareness Week Campaign Enforces Speeding Laws: September 9-14
From September 9 to 14, New York State will launch a major enforcement initiative as part of Speed Awareness Week, focusing on reducing speeding—a major traffic safety issue. Funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the campaign will feature increased patrols aimed at preventing accidents caused by excessive speeds.
NY Cannabis Control Board approves new licenses, proposes waiver for dispensary location rules
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next full-day conference in Albany on Sept. 25, 2024. Tickets available now. New York’s Cannabis Control Board pushed forward a measure that would relax distance requirements between dispensaries, and approved 123 more marijuana business licenses at a Tuesday meeting. Current rules prohibit retail...
New York Is The “Best State” For Mega Millions, Powerball Winners
Ahead of a historic Mega Millions jackpot, New Yorkers may enjoy learning that the Empire State is the "best state" for lottery winners. Lottery players in New York State are going to be lining up Tuesday to take their shot at claiming one of the biggest Mega Millions jackpots in history.
HP Hood's Batavia facility honored as Dairy Plant of the Year
Eight years after acquiring a plant in Batavia originally designed to produce a Greek-style yogurt marketed as such, H.P. Hood has been honored by an industry trade magazine for operating 2024's Dairy Plant of the Year.The honor follows the company's being named partner of the year for 2020
Ready to make some beatiful music? Genesee Chorale is recruiting singers as new season starts
The Genesee Chorale is opening its 2024 Fall Season and is looking for a few good singers.The Chorale held its opening rehearsal on Monday at St. James.For more information on joining, click here.Photos by Howard Owens.
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