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Arrest made in Canandaigua drug trafficking investigation
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A two-month long drug trafficking investigation in Canandaigua came to an end this week after the arrest of a Hopewell woman. Kathleen Ayers, 39, was charged with one count of Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree. Officers in Canandaigua arrested her Tuesday, July 23 after the execution of […]
Bills inspired by ‘Mama bear’ Kim Pegula at training camp
PITTSFORD, N.Y. (WROC) — Aside from all the love they’re getting from the fans, Bills players got an extra boost Friday during training camp at St. John Fisher University. Bills co-owner Kim Pegula has been at camp this week and even addressed the team on Friday. Pegula suffered cardiac arrest in June of 2022 and […]
UPDATE: missing persons alert for Rochester woman cancelled
UPDATE: The missing vulnerable adult alert issued Friday afternoon on behalf of Rochester police was cancelled. ORIGINAL STORY: ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester police are searching for Kelly A. Taylor, 29, Friday. She was last seen on Valley Street in Rochester around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Authorities said she was seen wearing a light blue […]
Seneca Park Zoo reveals gender, name of new endangered red panda cub
Rochester, N.Y. — The Seneca Park Zoo has revealed the name and gender of its new endangered red panda cub born last month. Teddy Graham, who was born June 27, is a male. He was abandoned by his mother, and is now being hand-raised to ensure he's healthy and growing.
Bills camp Day 3: Kim Pegula makes appearance & defense dominates late (Observations)
Pittsford, N.Y. — On the field, the Buffalo Bills’ third day of training camp from St. John Fisher University ended with multiple turnovers. That was quickly forgotten about, however, as a special moment soon took place. Kim Pegula, co-owner of the Bills, stepped onto the field with her...
Meet Teddy Graham: Seneca Park Zoo red panda cub gets his name
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Say hello to Teddy Graham – the recently born red panda at Seneca Park Zoo has received his name! Teddy was born at the Zoo on June 27 and was abandoned by his mother Raji, which is not uncommon for first-born cubs of red pandas. This has led to the cub […]
Q&A with Olympian Magnus Sheffield of Pittsford: 'I'm very proud to represent the US'
Magnus Sheffield grew up in Pittsford, and became a professional cyclist as a teenager. He is a veteran of three seasons on what is called the World Tour. And the 22-year old graduate of The Harley School might stick around in the highest level of professional cycling after signing a two-year contract...
First Alert Weather: Sunshine and warm air this weekend
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A large area of high pressure planted over the Great Lakes will slowly drift east this weekend. This will guarantee us dry weather, with temperatures climbing into the weekend. We’ll start Saturday morning cool and calm with temperatures in the 50s, warming quickly into the 60s, 70s and eventually lower to mid 80s by the afternoon.
Allen starts hot, Bills defense finishes hot in Friday's practice
Call it the Josh Allen Experience. Call it each side making plays at training camp. Whatever you want to name it, that’s what happened on Friday as the Buffalo Bills wrapped up their first round of practices at training camp. Sal Capaccio has more:
The Arc of Monroe hosts 'Summer Ballantyne Olympics'
Rochester, N.Y. - Friday is the opening of the Olympic Games and a local non-profit held its own summer games. The "Summer Ballantyne Olympics" is hosted by the Arc of Monroe's Ballantyne Day Services program, which gives people opportunities to learn new skills, build friendships, and give back to their communities.
Wetzel’s Pretzels: Staple of Malls everywhere, comes to Greece Ridge
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — You can almost smell the goodness by reading this post — Wetzel’s Pretzels is now open at The Mall at Greece Ridge. The staple of malls and popular attractions, with 340 bakeries across the world, is located in the food court at Greece Ridge. Beyond the soft-pretzels, the eatery is known […]
Watermark Legacy at Clover Blossom hosts a carnival for residents
Brighton, N.Y. - A local retirement community is bringing back memories of their residents' childhood summer days. Watermark Legacy at Clover Blossom hosted its Carnival Day on Friday, filled with carnival games and a BBQ buffet. This event is part of the retirement community's inaugural Camp Legacy, which is a...
First ever Camp Legacy brings childhood back to retired community
BRIGHTON, N.Y. (WROC) – Clover Blossom – a senior living center in Brighton held its first ever Camp Legacy. The camp offered a unique opportunity for anyone over 62-years-old to relive their childhood summer camp days while discovering what being a member of a retirement community is all about. The camp held many fun activities […]
Cheesy Eddies celebrates National Cheesecake Day
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Celebrations are high today at many stores as some people celebrate National Cheesecake Day a little early. To celebrate, News 8 stopped by Cheesy Eddies where they were giving away free slices to their first three thousand customers. This is the thirteenth year that they have celebrated the day with the […]
Upstate NY Zoo names new male red panda Teddy Graham. Here's why
The red panda born June 27 at Seneca Park Zoo is a male and he’s got a name — Teddy Graham. “He is definitely a boy," said zoo veterinarian Dr. Chris McKinney. "Both eyes are now open, and he is growing fast.” ...
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