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Rochester in Focus: May 26, 2024
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — This week on Rochester in Focus, News10NBC is celebrating milestones. The Urban League of Rochester is just a few months shy of its 60th anniversary. So, how are we as a community at bracing change? Surely a lot has changed in 60 years. How have we become more diverse, inclusive, or equitable?
A young girl's memories of St. Anthony's Church
In 1955, a new Catholic church opened on Liberty Street and Central Avenue in Batavia. One local woman remembers her Italian grandmother as a young girl of 5 and how excited she was about the new church—but also how very upset she grew as her granddaughters talked during the
Rising costs, fewer options leave families scrambling for child care alternatives
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The announcement that the Carlson Child Care Center at YMCA of Greater Rochester will close its doors for good at the end of August leaves many families looking for a new place to send their children. “It’s been really complicated taking care of him, as my...
Worker fatally struck by vehicle at Rochester gas station
A 51-year-old male worker was struck and fatally injured by a vehicle while working in a manhole at a gas station on Lyell Avenue in Rochester on Saturday. According to Rochester police, officers responded to the gas station at 1291 Lyell Ave. around 11:40 a.m. On scene, officers found the worker who had been struck by a vehicle driven by a 45-year-old male city resident, said Rochester Police Lt. Michael Azzolina.
Executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management steps down
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — In a statement provided to 13WHAM, Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke about the recent departure of Executive Director Chris Alexander from the New York State Office of Cannabis Management. I am grateful for Chris Alexander’s work. First in developing and securing the passage of the Marihuana...
Courageous Overcomer's Women's Group holds Pamper Me Day event to support women
Rochester, N.Y. — The Arnett Public Library hosted a day of relaxation and pampering Saturday afternoon. The day allowed women to come together to receive free services from local vendors, and enjoy a relaxing day. “I just want women to feel encouraged, inspired, and I like said I want...
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