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Police: Search for missing boater on Sodus Bay now a recovery mission
Sodus, N.Y. — The search for a missing boater on Sodus Bay has shifted from a rescue effort to a recovery effort, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Deputies and state troopers responded for a report of an operator and a passenger ejected from a boat around 7:45 p.m. Sunday near Martin's Tidesides Marine in Sodus Point.
‘Twas a beautiful day for a parade
I’ve marched in Rochester’s Pride Parade for several years, but I can’t remember the weather and temperatures being more ideal than they were yesterday. I march with the Free Hugs Rochester group, our mission being to offer free “Mom hugs” (or Dad hugs or sister hugs…) to kids who aren’t accepted at home. It’s always a day filled with laughter, smiles and often a few tears shed by grateful hug recipients.
Local Representatives respond to President Biden’s decision to drop out of the 2024 race
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – President Biden has made the decision to drop out of the 2024 race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Presidential nomination. Biden, 81, announced Sunday he will no longer seek another four years in office after his physical and mental acuity were called into question.
Multiple law enforcement agencies respond to disturbance at East Rochester Carnival
East Rochester, N.Y. — Police from multiple agencies responded to a large-scale disturbance involving individuals at the East Rochester Carnival Saturday night around 10:00 as the carnival was closing. The East Rochester Police Department, along with additional officers from surrounding agencies, worked together to control and disperse the crowd,...
First Responders Spotlight: Hometown officer’s act of kindness
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Our story takes us to Irondequoit and one officer’s incredible act of kindness for a mother in need. Officer Matthew Barrett six-year veteran of IPD. As part of First Platoon, he works overnights. During that shift, Barrett and his fellow officers kept seeing this one car that stood out multiple times […]
Sunrise Smart Start: Biden drops out, Texting scam
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Monday, July 22, 2024. Weather Forecast: Heat is back with storm chances on the rise The heat is back as temperatures climb right back into the lower and middle 80s. Humidity returns as well as a weak […]
Syracuse Mets sweep Rochester with 4-3 win
Syracuse, NY - The Syracuse Mets beat the Rochester Red Wings, 4-3, on Sunday afternoon. The win completed Syracuse’s three-game sweep over Rochester, and the Mets have now won seven of their last eight games. Syracuse (60-35, 14-7) got the scoring started in the bottom of the second inning....
Local graduate organizes run, raises money to support epilepsy solutions
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – One local high school graduate is working to combat the stigma around epilepsy. Amer Armbruster, an avid runner and a graduate of Honeoye Falls-Lima High School, tells us he was diagnosed with juvenile absence epilepsy in 2019. This is his third year organizing a 5k-10k race called ‘Seize the day: Amer’s […]
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/22/24: Baro can’t do it himself
SYRACUSE 4, ROCHESTER 3 (BOX) Syracuse was down early, took the lead, lost it late, then got it right back en route to a 1-run win over Rochester. Matt O’Neill’s first Triple-A home run in the eighth proved to be the game winner, while Rhylan Thomas tallied three hits from the top of the lineup.
Bogart, dog shot with crossbow in Greece, fights for life after another emergency surgery
GREECE, N.Y. — It’s now been two weeks since Bogart the dog was shot with a crossbow in Greece. After making remarkable progress, Bogart was rushed to an emergency pet hospital in Tonawanda, just north of Buffalo, for another emergency surgery on Thursday night. “Thursday night all of...
Former Edison Tech, Syracuse star to continue pro basketball career overseas
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marquel Slaughter (@marquelsports) Rochester's Dyaisha Fair, who became the third leading scorer in NCAA Division I history at Syracuse, will hoop overseas. The former Edison Tech...
RIT Tigers gather at Rochester’s Pride Parade to support the LGBTQIA2S+ community
Crowds gathered on Saturday, July 20, for Rochester’s annual Pride Parade, celebrating the local LGBTQIA2S+ community. Nearly 100 faculty and staff members, students, and alumni were among the crowd representing RIT. Patrick Casey, data analyst for RIT’s Institutional Research, Data, and Analytics, was one of the lead organizers coordinating...
About Business – West Ridge Wine & Spirits
Brittany Linder and Freddy Martinez decided to embark on a new adventure in the fall of 2023. The thought of leaving behind a revenue stream for their three children fueled their dream of owning their own business. Their love for gathering with friends and family in their home and visiting different wineries around NYS easily translated into owning a liquor store. At West Ridge Wine & Spirits they’re able to help create endless cocktails and aid customers in creating the perfect pairing for their own family gatherings. They say the Spencerport, Brockport, Hamlin, Parma and Hilton communities have been amazing clientele, and getting to know their customers has been the highlight of their journey. “Everyone has been so welcoming and supportive,” Brittany said. The couple is now in their fourth month of business and can’t wait to meet new customers.
Red Wings swept in Syracuse
The Rochester Red Wings finished off a rocky three-game road trip in Syracuse in a sweep as they fell to the Mets on Sunday, 4-3. It was the fourth straight loss overall for the Red Wings dating back to the final game before the All-Star break. Syracuse pulled ahead for...
James Clark arrested on numerous charges including 3 felonies after pursuit
With a criminal history covering over 40 years, Ontario resident James R. (Jamie) Clark, age 60, residing at 1118 Ridge Road in the Town of Ontario has added to his long list of crimes. On Friday (7/12) at 2:44 p.m. State Troopers out of Williamson ran a license plate check...
RPD: Four assaulted with golf club and knife at party on Maria Street
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Four people treated for injuries after Rochester Police say a person assaulted them with a golf club and knife Friday. Rochester Police responded a house on Maria Street near Clifford Avenue around 11:16 p.m. for the report of people fighting followed by a stabbing victim who was dropped off at Rochester […]
Driver strikes three pedestrians in Rochester crosswalk, issued citation
Rochester, N.Y. — Rochester police responded to the intersection of Mt. Hope Avenue and Robinson Drive on Saturday morning for the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. Upon arrival, they learned that a 63-year-old Rochester man was driving northbound on Mt. Hope Avenue when he failed to...
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