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Six questions for KiX on Main restaurant co-owner
CANANDAIGUA, NY — From dishwasher to fry cook to sous chef to head chef, with dishwashing, trash emptying and various other tasks in between — yes, Alexander “Xan” Bacon has done it all in this, his 35th year in the food business. Bacon, who co-owns KiX on Main with his wife, Kim Vakiener, knows this at-times grueling biz inside and out, from high up on the totem pole to the lowest of lows. ...
Marketplace Mall losing longtime anchor store
A longtime anchor store is exiting Marketplace Mall in Henrietta. Dick’s Sporting Goods, 305 Miracle Mile Drive, is relocating to the old Christmas Tree Shops space at 790 Jefferson Road in Market Square plaza, less than 2 miles away. “Dick’s was going to be leaving the mall, so we were able to secure...
Mosquitoes have emerged in New York. How to reduce the common pests where you live
With mosquitoes already out and about, there are some simple things you can do to protect yourself from disease-causing and nuisance varieties. Warmer winters and climate change have contributed to mosquitoes expanding their home range. Those same factors, including more rain events in the winter and heavier rain events in general, can create conditions favorable for mosquito propagation.
Stars of Tomorrow: New York City bound
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Some 41 talented theatre kids from across the region left it all on the stage Thursday, as they competed for a chance to represent Rochester in a national competition next month on Broadway. This is the 14th year Rochester Broadway Theatre League has hosted the Stars of Tomorrow program. News 8 […]
Adam Interviews: Pentatonix
Canandaigua, N.Y. (WROC) — Wildly popular a capella band Pentatonix is coming to the Finger Lakes. The 5-member group that rose to fame after winning the 2011 season of the hit TV show “Sing-Off” will take the stage at CMAC on August 29. While many know them for their Christmas songs, the band is promising […]
Panaroma Trail back open after closing due to downed wires and trees
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Panaroma Trail is back open after closing between Huntington Meadow Road and Browncroft Boulevard due to wires and trees down. All vehicle traffic was advised to avoid the area for some time but traffic should be able to pass through the road again.
Aur Society’s first and only WNY store coming to Eastview Mall
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A new clothing store is coming to Eastview Mall — Aur Society! This will be the first and only Aur Society location in Western New York. The 6,502-square-foot store is described as selling trend-setting fashion and accessories. “We are a vibrant brand that stands out because of our unique mix of […]
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