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Arlene Schenker Encourages Children to Take Pride in their Uniqueness

For Arlene Schenker, becoming a children’s book author was not a lifelong dream but a creative pursuit that emerged later in life. After building a career in law, raising a family, and becoming an active member of the Rochester community, she discovered a new way to share her values and encourage young readers to embrace what makes them unique.

Rochester, NY · 7d
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Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show at TYKEs

The renowned dog show The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show is in Rochester for a special production. After appearing on season 16 of America's Got Talent, the dogs took the world by storm with their impressive athleticism and high-energy tricks. All of the canines who perform in the show are rescues, proving what rescues animals can be capable of with a little bit of training, love, and patience.

Rochester, NY · 7d
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Long-vacant Crescent Beach Restaurant in Greece heads to foreclosure auction next month

The former Crescent Beach Restaurant in Greece is headed to a foreclosure auction in December. It comes nearly two years after Katherine Mott-Formicola had to surrender the property.

Greece, NY · 6d

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Fairport’s Compané Trattoria offers a new generation of Italian cooking

The cheese tray at the brewery was built for four people, not the crowd of us circling it like vultures fifteen minutes into a two-hour panel discussion. We stood there staring at what looked like a Polly Pocket accessory, doing the math on how a roomful of thirty adults were supposed to split eleven cubes of pepper jack.

Fairport, NY · 9d
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One of America's Best Christmas Trees Is Made of Beer Kegs in Upstate NY

Forget the ornaments! This Upstate New York Christmas tree is made of more than 500 beer kegs, and it's up for a national award!

Rochester, NY · 7d

WXXI News

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'From rescues to rock stars,' the Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show comes to Rochester

The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show has appeared on NBC's "America's Got Talent," Nickelodeon's "Unleashed," and Sarah Silverman's "Stupid Pet Tricks."

Rochester, NY · 6d

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Friend for Life: Meet Retro!

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Time to meet this week’s Friend for Life! They call him Retro Reynolds. A sweet two-year-old pup from Verona who’s a joy to be around and loves his treats. He has great spots and freckles, plus he loves playing in the leaves! To learn more or to adopt, visit here.

Rochester, NY · 7d

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Do the Right Thing: Gisele helped an injured cat lying on the street

Gisele Walker, a first grader at Nazareth Elementary School, is being honored for helping an injured cat that was lying on the street.

Rochester, NY · 7d

WXXI News

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Marion shop bakes a Day of the Dead tradition

People from Mexico and parts of Central America celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, on Nov. 1 and 2.

Marion, NY · 10d

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Verona Street Animal Society strives to get pets off the streets

Animal Shelter Appreciation week recognizes the hard work and dedication it takes to care for and protect Rochester's pets. Verona Street Animal Society has been rescuing dogs and cats off city streets and pairing them with loving homes for 20 years. 13WHAM's Chris Lopez stops by the shelter to show...

Rochester, NY · 8d

News 8 WROC

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Adam Interviews: Greg O’Brien, Alzheimer’s patient and author, in Rochester

Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — Have You Heard About Greg? It’s a question and the title of a PBS documentary that explores the medical journey of Greg O’Brien, an investigative journalist who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s at the age of 59. O’Brien made himself the story, hoping a public account of his decline would drive […]

Rochester, NY · 7d

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Running with the pumpkins at Willink and Spry

Webster’s Willink and Spry middle schools held their Pumpkin Runs last week, and the results are in. The one-mile runs are held every year for the schools’ sixth graders, a way to get them outside for some exercise, introduce them to cross-country running, and give them a chance for some friendly house v. house competition.

Webster, NY · 7d

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HFLM Kiwanis To Hold Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

The Honeoye Falls-Lima, Mendon Kiwanis Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, November 7 at Lima Family Restaurant, 7322 East Main Street in Lima from 9:00 am -11:00am. The cost is Adults $12 and Children under 10 – $7. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle. Kiwanis helps kids around the world by taking on large-scale challenges, such as fighting disease and poverty. Service is at the heart of every Kiwanis club and the Kiwanis Club of Honeoye Falls – Lima, Mendon (a.k.a. HFLM Kiwanis) embraces this mission in serving the children of Honeoye Falls, Lima, and Mendon.

Honeoye Falls, NY · 8d

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BreatheDeep’s ‘Healing Through Harmonies’ Brings Music, Poetry and Mental Health Awareness to Rochester on Dec. 18

On Friday, Dec. 18, Rochester residents will have an opportunity to experience an evening built around something many people need more of right now: connection. BreatheDeep’s Healing Through Harmonies: A Night of Music & Poetry will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the MCC Theatre, 1000 E. Henrietta Road, bringing together live music, poetry and community conversation centered on mental health and wellness.

Rochester, NY · 7d

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Special Touch Bakery prepares individuals for independence

You may have had pie from Special Touch Bakery without even knowing it. “When you go to Wegmans and see the pies that have the hearts on them? We help make those for them,” says Jillian Nalivyko, marketing and public relations manager at the School of the Holy Childhood.

Rochester, NY · 10d

News 8 WROC

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‘Get them out of here!’ Greece works to remove invasive water chestnuts

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — An invasive water chestnut species in Braddock Bay has a fight on its hands as the Town of Greece receives $539,185 in grant funding to help remove the plant from local waterways. For Mark Deconinck of Lake Ontario Marina, the message is simple. “Get them out of here!” Deconinck said. Deconinck […]

Greece, NY · 9d

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The Tiny Rochester, New York Restaurant Where Every Noodle Is Rolled By Hand Each Day

Some of the best pasta in Rochester is made in a small dining room tucked inside one of the city’s oldest gathering places. There are no giant menus here, no frozen shortcuts, and no rush to turn tables into a conveyor belt. Instead, a focused kitchen makes its own...

Rochester, NY · 10d

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'Get them out of here!' Greece works to remove invasive water chestnuts

The Town of Greece is using a $539,185 grant to combat invasive water chestnuts threatening boating, fish habitats and waterways in Braddock Bay. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/greece/get-them-out-of-here-greece-works-to-remove-invasive-water-chestnuts/

Greece, NY · 9d

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Charming bakeshop opens in historic building in Caledonia | Exclusive

Ever since Alexxis Ellison was in college, she's wanted to run a coffee shop that served her own scratch-made baked goods. She's opened something pretty close − but with more of an emphasis on the baked goods − in the Village of Caledonia, Livingston County. Baby Cakes Bakeshop is a quaint destination that serves baked goods alongside espresso beverages prepared with house-made syrups. The offerings change seasonally but you'll usually find banana bread, mini cheesecakes, cake slices, coffee cake, muffins, loaves and more. The sweet treats may be enjoyed with hot and cold espresso beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos and Americanos. The inviting space is decorated in pink and red, and gold chandeliers flood the room with light. Orders are placed at a counter and there's seating for up to 16 people. The shop also offers special-order cakes for special occasions such as weddings. The story behind Baby Cakes Bakeshop Alexxis Ellison has fond memories of all things cooking while growing up in Hilton. Her father has a VHS tape of her baking a Barbie cake with him at age 4. Her stepmother was an avid baker who amassed a huge assortment of baking gear. She enjoyed watching cooking and baking

Caledonia, NY · 8d

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Holiday cocktails at The Classic

’Tis the season! The holidays are stressful—wholesome, but stressful. And one of the easiest ways to break the ice with Mom’s second cousin once removed whom you last saw when you were six, is to have a great cocktail in hand. Ryan Dooling runs The Classic alongside owners...

Rochester, NY · 9d