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Victor’s Elkovitch is our Player of the Week
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — With sectional titles being handed out in baseball, softball, lacrosse, track and field this weekend, there were many worthy candidates for player of the week. But there Victor’s Weston Elkovitch stood above the rest as he put on a show at Innovative Field on Sunday. Elkovitch put on a two-way performances […]
Honor Flight sends 61 veterans to D.C. on Memorial Day weekend
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Honor Flight Rochester Mission 83 flew 61 veterans to Washington, D.C. on Saturday to visit the memorials for the wars they served in. On Sunday, members of the Rochester community gathered at the Frederick Douglass International Airport to welcome the veterans back to Rochester. This past weekend’s flight included one World […]
Volunteers beautify West Webster Memorial
WEBSTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Volunteers spent their Saturday morning cutting grass and weeds around the West Webster Memorial on Lake Road. The memorial honors the lives of Tomasz Kaczowka and Michael Chiapperini who were killed in an ambush while responding to a fire in Webster on Lake Road on Christmas Eve in 2012. Ted Scardino […]
New comic con comes to Rochester, showcasing the latest in pop culture
Rochester, N.Y. — A new convention center in Rochester Sunday showcased the latest in pop culture. The Rochester Comic Con had more than 100 exhibits and vendors catering to various interests, including comic books, movies, and games. Attendees met pop culture celebrities and participated in video game tournaments and...
Street in Greece transforms into a sea of American flags each Memorial Day weekend
GREECE, N.Y. — Every year, the neighbors of Shoreway Drive in Greece plant American flags along the entire road as a tribute to our nation’s veterans. One neighbor, Bill Sunter, who is a Vietnam veteran, says the sentiment means a lot to him. “It makes me feel good...
5-year-old injured, 23-year-old woman arrested following Gates crash
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A woman was arrested on drug charges and a child injured following a vehicle accident on 390 in Gates Saturday. According to New York State Police, shortly after 2:00 p.m. police responded to 390 in the town of Gates by Chili Avenue for the report of a crash.
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...
Excellus, CDPHP plan affiliation
ROCHESTER — CDPHP and The Lifetime Healthcare Companies, the parent company of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and Univera Healthcare, have announced plans to form an affiliation. The proposed affiliation will allow the health insurers to maintain their local brands and identities while gaining economies of scale through shared technologies, systems,...
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...
5-year-old injured in crash in Gates; 23-year-old woman arrested on drug charge
Gates, N.Y. — A 5-year-old was injured in a crash Saturday afternoon on Interstate 390. New York State Police said an Audi was traveling south near Chili Avenue in Gates when it overturned and struck a median. The 5-year-old was injured and was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital with...
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