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Rochester VFW post honors Black veterans’ legacy while seeking younger members

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Veterans helping veterans and serving the community is part of the mission of the nonprofit organization known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). The VFW dates back to 1899. It was created to ensure the rights and benefits of service members who fought on foreign soil or in hostile waters. […]

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Paws for a Cause: Monroe Avenue event at Parlay’s Inn raises money for Lollypop Farm

A Rochester sports bar is hosting a fundraiser for Lollypop Farm this Saturday.

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PBS documentary series "Crime and Punishment" features the story of Rochester's Austin Reed

A new PBS documentary series premiering Monday, Nov. 16 on WXXI-TV features the story of a Rochester native. "Crime and Punishment in America" is a four-part series examining criminal justice in America from the colonial era to today. Austin Reed was a Black man who was born free in Rochester...

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Sunrise Smart Start: NY nuclear plan, Microsoft outages

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Friday, November 13, 2026. Weather forecast: Rain snow mix set to linger As the low moves east, rain swings through off and on Thursday. Temperatures are in the lower 40s. We see those numbers fall overnight into […]

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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....

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Outlook restored for many users amid day two, tracking impact on Rochester area

Millions of people around the world are still having trouble accessing their email on Friday morning because of a Microsoft Outlook outage.

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State semifinal preview: Spencerport meets with Bethlehem Central to advance in Class AA

One team is coming off its eighth regional championship in ten years. Another looks to advance to the state final for the first time since 2018. Section V side Spencerport will face off against Bethlehem Central of Section 2. Here’s the breakdown:. Section V Class AA Champion. SPENCERPORT RANGERS.

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Spotlight Team of the Week: Hilton football

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Primetime 585 News 8 Spotlight Team of the Week is the Hilton Cadets football team. Hilton started the season 5-0, but lost back-to-back games against Pittsford and Rush-Henrietta (the two teams in the Class AA title game). The Cadets have come back strong, however, with three wins in the postseason, […]

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New Barnes & Noble opens in Henrietta to eager shoppers | Exclusive

HENRIETTA — Dozens of people of all ages waited in line for the grand opening of the new Barnes & Noble bookstore in Henrietta on Nov. 11, excited for a chance to see the books, games, collectibles and more. Amy Vaisey came with her kids, since school was closed for Veterans Day, and called the first look at the store — and arriving early enough to wait in line — a fun adventure. She planned to check out some new releases, while her kids were excited to check out the Lego selection. “I am a book lover, so the opportunity to get into a new Barnes & Noble seems super exciting — to see the new layout and what it’s going to look like inside,” said Vaisey, who lives in Brighton. The new location at Market Square Plaza is the sixth in the Rochester region, joining Greece, Pittsford, Webster and Victor — plus a combined location at College Town. The new location is in the former Party City between Talbots and Famous Footwear. At 18,000 square feet, the store has a similar layout to the Barnes & Noble at Eastview Mall but is larger. For Vaisey, trips to Henrietta to

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Amerks honor Rochester veterans with annual Military Appreciation Night

The Rochester Americans honor American soldiers with their annual Military Appreciation Night. Veterans Outreach Center here in Rochester is partnering with the Amerks to help raise awareness and fund its veteran programs, including the Veterans Outreach Center food pantry, workforce development programs, wellness and outdoor programs, and peer connection center.

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Work continues to demolish building on East Main Street and create outdoor dining space

Crews worked Wednesday to demolish a building on East Main Street, across from Stone Street, that once housed a McDonald’s and later a grocery store.

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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...

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'Cashew' named Purina's Chief Snuggle Officer

Purina announced a local cat named Cashew as its Chief Snuggle Officer, winning a grand prize of $25,000 and a $10,000 donation to the Wyoming County SPCA animal shelter. Cashew, his parents, Alec and Danielle Meyers, and Jackie Pinkowski, Wyoming County SPCA manager, joined ARC Rochester to discuss his big win and the importance of supporting animal rescue.

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Consumer Alert: BMW recalls over 700K vehicles due to risk of them catching fire

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — BMW of North America is issuing its most serious recall for over 700,000 vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says these vehicles are at risk of catching fire even while parked and turned off. 14 different BMW models from 2012 to 2018 are included in this recall. Here’s the full list […]

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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 […]

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Scholar Athlete: Joe Infante

HENRIETTA, N.Y. — Rush-Henrietta football player Joe Infante has been named the latest News10NBC Scholar Athlete of the Week. Infante, a longtime linebacker, switched to defensive end this year when his coach asked him to help the team. “Honestly, I was pretty excited, because he said I could help the team out. Honestly, I’m a […]

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Moving in Rochester During Lake-Effect Season: A Winter Move Survival Guide

Rochester is one of the snowiest large cities in the country, with roughly 100 inches of snow in an average winter. Yet life does not wait for spring. Job transfers, home closings, and lease end dates land in January just as often as they do in June. The good news...

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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. […]

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4 From Women's Soccer Named to Empire 8 Women’s Soccer Championship All-Tournament Team

ROCHESTER, NY – (Nazathletics.com) – On Wednesday the Empire 8 Conference announced the 2026 Empire 8 Women's Soccer Championship All-Tournament Team with Nazareth's Shannon Sgombick (MVP), along with Savanna Biehler, Lillian Fejko, and goalkeeper Katriana Walls being honored. The second-seeded Golden Flyers won the Empire 8 title by...

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The Rochester Beacon

Why we should preserve our lake heritage

There was a time when going to the lake was simply what Rochesterians did. On warm summer afternoons, families packed their cars and headed north toward Charlotte. Children ran barefoot through the sand. Parents unfolded lawn chairs, unpacked picnic baskets, and opened those unmistakable yellow Kodak coolers. The smell of sunscreen mixed with the breeze coming off Lake Ontario. The carousel turned, the waves rolled in, and for a few hours, the concerns of everyday life seemed a little farther away. You didn’t need much money. You didn’t need a reservation. You just needed a beautiful afternoon and somewhere to spread a blanket. The lake belonged to everyone.