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Democrat and Chronicle

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Two new No. 1 teams shake up Section V football Super 10

The twists and turns which come with sports seasons are part of the appeal of it all. When the unexpected unfolds, it can leave fans with jaws dropped or heads scratching. The East High/World of Inquiry Eagles are one of the two new No. 1 ranked teams in the Democrat and Chronicle Super 10 polls. But the Eagles find out this week whether their season is over with a win or if they can play in the Section V Class B final Nov.14. East High/World of Inquiry won its tournament semifinal, 14-6, over No. 1 seed Monroe last weekend. But after defeating the 2025 state champion, the Eagles are waiting for a ruling from either Section V or the New York State Public High School Athletic Association after Monroe and East High/World of Inquiry players engaged in fights on the field. Meanwhile, the Rush-Henrietta Royal Comets, the new top-ranked team from a large school, know that they are playing No. 2 Pittsford in the Section V Class AA final, 6 p.m. Nov. 14 at Saint John Fisher University. The large schools rankings include teams in Class AA and Class A. Class B, Class C and Class D teams are eligible

Rochester, NY · 1d

Democrat and Chronicle

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East/WOI gets its title shot back but will be shorthanded

The door is open for the East High/World of Inquiry football team to play in the Section V Class B championship game Nov. 14, after a ruling by a state athletic association and a Section V official to reinstate the Eagles into the high school tournament. East High/World of Inquiry won a semifinal game at Monroe, 14-6, last Saturday. But seconds after a tackle on the final play of the elimination game Nov. 7, players from both teams began fighting on the field, including those who were on the sidelines. Officials at both schools said they were notified later that day each team was disqualified from the tournament. The decision was made this week and announced Nov. 11 to allow East/World of Inquiry to play Honeoye Falls-Lima, 3 p.m. Saturday at Saint John Fisher University. "I was very optimistic that they were going to find out who was involved and who was not involved," East High/World of Inquiry coach James Vann said. "Hope was still alive. We kept it business as usual (by practicing leading up to a game). "I knew they were going to do their due diligence." Rochester City School District superintendent Eric Jay Rosser said in a

Rochester, NY · 1d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Local author set to cut ribbon on new Barnes & Noble in Henrietta

Local author Tim Probert will cut the ribbon on the new Barnes & Noble in Henrietta on Wednesday morning.

Henrietta, NY · 1d

The Rochester Beacon

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Monroe County sheriff shares license plate data with 392 agencies

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office shares data from its license plate readers with 392 state and local law enforcement agencies. The list of those agencies has not been made public. The agencies are in 20 states, according to a presentation the office gave Democratic county legislators Tuesday. Office policy...

Monroe County, NY · 16h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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County shares more details on planned Ogden bridge closure that’s created frustration

Months after the CSX overpass bridge on Gillett Road reopened following a nearly two-year closure, a different bridge on the same road is set to close.

Ogden, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Scammers posing as ESL continue to target potential customers

News10NBC’s Emily Putnam got a text on Wednesday night from someone claiming to be from ESL that raised some red flags.

Rochester, NY · 15h

News 8 WROC

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Major step in NY’s nuclear plan that could include Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Marking a step forward in New York’s effort to produce more nuclear energy, the New York Power Authority announced Thursday it has winnowed down the list of companies that might construct new nuclear power facilities. NYPA has also requested additional information from the eight sites around Upstate New York that have […]

Rochester, NY · 8h

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First Bass Pro Shops store in the Rochester area opens at Eastview Mall

After years of uncertainty, the first Bass Pro Shops in the Greater Rochester area is now open. The 90,000-square-foot store, located at Eastview Mall in Victor, features a 10,000-gallon aquarium and a 1,000-gallon stream. The store was first announced in October 2025, and work to transform the former Lord & Taylor building began early this year.

Victor, NY · 11h

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RIT students frustrated by impending closure of Riverknoll apartments

Henrietta, N.Y. (WHAM) — Rochester Institute of Technology students are pushing back after the university announced it will close the Riverknoll apartments, an on-campus housing option many upperclassmen consider the most affordable. The closure is expected at the end of the 2027 spring semester. Students said they learned of...

Rochester, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Survivors face housing hurdles as Rochester-area centers hit capacity

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Willow Domestic Violence Center in Rochester has only 49 beds, and it is already at capacity. But that’s not the only concern being raised. “We are in a position where the need is really urgent, and the need is really high,” said Meghan de Chateauvieux, president and CEO of Willow Domestic […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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UPDATE: Missing Brighton teen found safe

UPDATE (Wednesday, Nov. 11): Simson has been found and is safe, according to police. Brighton, N.Y. — The Brighton Police Department is asking for help finding a missing teen. Emery Simson, 16, was last seen Tuesday morning around 7:00, according to police. Simson is described as 5-foot-4 inches and...

Brighton, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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NYS is questioning the cost of concessions, with Highmark Stadium a big focal point

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The state and News10NBC investigated the cost of food and drinks at venues that receive taxpayer funding. Fans have experienced sticker shock when buying concessions at games. RELATED: NY Legislature set to discuss proposal to cap food and drink prices for some venues Attending games at Highmark Stadium Tom O’Callaghan attended two […]

New York · 2d

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Maplewood Family YMCA celebrates 110 years of serving Rochester

Where was the Maplewood YMCA's 110th anniversary celebration held?. What other role has the Maplewood YMCA played besides health and wellness?. Why has the Maplewood YMCA maintained its presence in Rochester for 110 years?. Rochester, N.Y. — The Maplewood Family YMCA is celebrating 110 years of serving the Rochester community....

Rochester, NY · 9h

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State Semifinal Preview: C.G. Finney matches up against Chazy in Class D

One team is looking to advance to a first ever NYSPHAA title game. The other is making a ninth semifinal round appearance in school history. C.G. Finney and Chazy battle it out for a chance to go to the NYS Class D Boys’ Soccer championship. Here’s the breakdown:

Chazy, NY · 18h

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Groundbreaking for High Falls State Park to take place next week

The groundbreaking for the first phase of High Falls State Park will take place Wednesday, Nov. 18, officials have confirmed. The first phase of park construction will be High Falls Terrace, overlooking the eastern edge of the gorge. The core of that project phase is the Heritage Walk and Memorial Wall, dedicated to the stories of those who migrated to the Rochester area, from Irish Americans to the Haudenosaunee nations.

Rochester, NY · 19h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Joan’s Closet reopens Saturday with free maternity, postpartum and baby clothes

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Joan’s Closet is reopening this Saturday at a new location on South Clinton Avenue. The free clothing closet is now at Kindred Connection and offers maternity, postpartum and baby clothes for sizes from preemie through 24 months. The closet will be open Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Dec. 19. […]

Rochester, NY · 8h