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‘There’s no way’; New York Attorney General’s Office says drivers may not know when license plate readers track them

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Automated license plate readers are raising questions from state officials about privacy and regulation. Some of the cameras are public, while others are run by private companies, and they take photos of every car that passes by, including the News10NBC car driven by Chief Investigative Reporter Berkeley Brean. “I am driving on […]

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Goodwill opens largest regional store on Hylan Dr.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Goodwill of the Finger Lakes opened its biggest store in the region Friday. Goodwill moved its Jefferson Avenue location to the former Value City Furniture on Hylan Drive, right across from the former Marketplace Mall. The new store includes 31,000 square feet of retail space and another 15,000 square feet set […]

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State lawsuit: Owner of Greece WWII shipyard property near Lake Ontario sued over contamination, cleanup put at more than $31 million

GREECE, N.Y. — Eighty years after the site near Lake Ontario helped build war ships for the American war effort, the state is suing the current owner for contamination. Hazard goes back to WWII The property, once home to the Odenbach Shipping Company, saw landing barges, floating cranes and tugs built before the Department of […]

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Veterans Day 2026: Free meals, car washes and deals around Rochester

Know of a Veterans Day deal or discount that should be included in this list? Email WROC’s digital team at WROCDigital@nexstar.tv, and we’ll work to get the information to our readers. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A free meal, a fresh cup of coffee or even a clean car: Businesses across the Rochester area are saying […]

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Livingston County deer tests positive for deadly disease not seen in NY since 2005

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Chronic wasting disease has been detected in a wild deer in Livingston County, marking the first occurrence of the disease in a wild deer in New York state since 2005. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed the detection in November 2026, prompting the agency to establish a […]

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Rochester's high housing costs stand in the way of a new safe house for women fleeing domestic violence

The Willow Domestic Violence Center is setting out to purchase a safe dwelling house in Monroe County for women fleeing domestic violence. But it's hit a snag: a housing market that is simply too expensive and competitive. "I think it's more of a supply and demand thing," Nicole Morelle, chief...

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New local music website launches

Fairport, N.Y. — A new website, Thrumly, launched Sunday to connect people with Rochester's local music scene. The website is designed to help people find local music, while giving performers and venues more visibility. "Thrumly is a place where we're profiling musicians, bands, and venues for live music and...

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Gillett Rd. bridge above Erie Canal closing at the end of the month

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Gillett Road state-owned bridge above the Erie Canal will close at the end of the month. Ogden Town Supervisor Mike Zale said that the canal bridge will close for repairs. He clarified that this is not the CSX overpass bridge, but the state-owned one. The New York State Department of […]

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Veterans Day in Rochester: What’s Open, What’s Closed & Upcoming Events

Most Rochester government offices and services will be closed Wednesday for Veterans Day. However, garbage and recycling collection will remain on schedule. All Rochester branch libraries will also be closed. Upcoming Veterans Day Events:. Tuesday, Nov. 10 – Field of Honor: St. Pius X School will plant American flags honoring...

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Rochester teachers’ union president cites class consolidations; more staff departures

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The president of the Rochester teachers union says the departure rate among teachers in city schools is ‘worse than ever.’ As a result, RTA president Adam Urbanski said the district is consolidating classes in some schools. The union is currently in the middle of negotiations with leaders of the Rochester City […]

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Higher prices, fewer options for Monroe County seniors signing up for Medicare Advantage plans

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Older adults in Monroe County are facing higher prices and fewer choices as they sign up for Medicare Advantage plans during open enrollment. Peggy and Oscar Kent are longtime Greece residents, “ever since I was young and got married, it was always my dream to retire and live in Florida in the […]

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Rochester disabled riders face fewer options as RTS On Demand phaseout starts in January

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Some members of Rochester’s disabled community are preparing for changes as Rochester Transit Service plans to end its On Demand service starting early next year. News10NBC’s Tom Kowalski spoke with riders who rely on the service for work and appointments. RTS leaders said they have to cancel On Demand because it takes […]

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Veterans Day Discount at Tops

Tops Friendly Markets will honor those who have served our country with an 11 percent discount on groceries this Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Now in its 13th year, the program has provided more than $1 million in savings to military personnel and their families. The discount will be...

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Fairport veteran family demands action after grave items damaged

FAIRPORT, N.Y. (WROC) – A family member of many veterans buried at Greenvale Cemetery in Fairport is demanding accountability from village leaders after she says landscapers destroyed headstones and American flags during property maintenance. Mary Brongo explained she visits the cemetery weekly to pay her respects towards her loved ones and other veterans buried at […]

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Flu cases surge across New York, with Monroe County reporting early-season spike

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Flu cases across New York state increased 77% over the past week, reaching 7,696, as Monroe County continues to see an early-season surge, according to the New York State Department of Health. Monroe County has reported 243 flu cases so far this season. County-by-county case numbers are included in the graphic […]

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Monroe County hosts 5th annual Veterans Day Parade

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Monroe County’s fifth annual Veterans Day Parade was held Saturday in Rochester at the corner of Highland Avenue and S Goodman Street. The parade strolled to the Greater Rochester Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Gary Beikirch Park on South Avenue. The family-friendly parade had marching units, veterans service organizations, high-ranking active-duty service […]

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Monroe County veteran agency leader reflects on biggest challenges facing veterans

Wednesday marks Veterans Day. Rochester region is reflecting on how to address the challenges veterans face.

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Local Veterans Honored at Recognition Ceremony

Luann VanPeursem of Churchville and David Brown of Chili were among the 32 area veterans Senator Pam Helming honored at her 10th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony on October 23 at the Fort Hill Performing Arts Center in Canandaigua. The ceremony brought together veterans, their families, friends, and community members to recognize their military service and continued contributions to their communities. Since the first ceremony in 2017, the program has recognized hundreds of veterans.

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Goodwill opens largest regional store on Hylan Dr.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Goodwill of the Finger Lakes opened its biggest store in the region today. Goodwill moved its Jefferson Avenue location to the former Value City Furniture on Hylan Drive, right across from the former Marketplace Mall. The new store includes 31,000 square feet of retail space and another 15,000 square feet set […]