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Bright Spot: RGH nursing leader earns national recognition

What achievements led to Shari McDonald's recognition by Becker's Healthcare?. What initiatives does Shari McDonald lead to improve patient safety at Rochester General Hospital?. Why was Shari McDonald named to Becker's Healthcare's 2026 list of top nursing leaders?. Rochester, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on a local nursing leader...

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An unaffordable yet essential price tag

Life in Brockport can sometimes seem predictable: shopping at the same stores, eating at the same restaurants, and attending the same community events. What isn’t predictable is the rising cost of these routines. Everyday expenses in Brockport are piling up as pressure mounts on budgets across the village. From rising grocery and housing costs to utilities and transportation, these expenses are straining household budgets and forcing Brockport residents to cut back on spending.

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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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Pavilion/York wins first title as merged program, Hilton advances to state tournament

Class D Championship: (1)Pavilion/York 41, (6)Notre Dame Batavia/Byron-Bergen 3 The top-seeded Pavilion/York took on sixth-seeded Notre Dame Batavia/Byron-Bergen in the Class D sectional championship, overcoming an early deficit to get a dominant 41-3 win. Notre Dame Batavia/Byron-Bergen jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the opening quarter, but Pavilion/York quickly responded. Jacob McEntire powered his […]

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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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Open Door Mission gears up to shelter people from cold, makes progress on expansion goal

Robert Williams, CEO of the Open Door Mission, spoke about how the shelter on Plymouth Avenue is gearing up to help people in need.

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New York Porch Pirate Warning as Holidays Near in Buffalo, Rochester

Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping bring more deliveries to Buffalo, Rochester and communities across New York.

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Connors and Ferris Regional Qualifier Preview: Hilton and Canandaigua to decide spot in Class A state quarterfinal

CANANDAIGUA GRAY WOLVES (9-1) vs. How they arrived here: Canandaigua (No. 25 NYSSWA Class A) defeated Greece Olympia/Odyssey in the opening round 49-13 before beating Vertus 34-0 in the semifinals. In the Class A2 title game, the Gray Wolves won 35-6 against Greece Athena. Hilton (No. 5 NYSSWA Class A) took down Webster Schroeder 28-27 in the A1 quarterfinals and Churchville-Chili 42-14 in the semifinals. In the championship game, the Cadets outlasted Brighton in a 49-42 thriller.

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Giraffe Kendi moves to Seneca Park Zoo for training

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Kendi, a 1-year-old male Masai giraffe, is at Rochester’s Tower (a group of giraffes) for expert care and training before continuing to Canada. Coming from the Greenville Zoo, Kendi is now at the Seneca Park Zoo following a recommendation from the Masai giraffe Species Survival Plan and will ultimately be transferred […]

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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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Rochester to host NYS nuclear energy summit next week

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — When Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her plan to dramatically increase nuclear energy production in New York state, she invited communities interested in hosting a nuclear facility to reach out. Eight locations responded, including RED-Rochester at Eastman Business Park in Rochester. No locations have been selected yet, but Rochester will host the […]

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Rochester City School No. 33 students got Junior Achievement lessons from Our Lady of Mercy students

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Students from Our Lady of Mercy visited Rochester City School Number 33 to teach elementary school classes. Around 40 students from Mercy, with support from RIT, Honeywell and Junior Achievement, took part in the event. Mercy said students in grades nine through 12 taught kindergarten through fifth graders using Junior Achievement’s curriculum. […]

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FAA: Ground stops lifted, airplane departures can resume

The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded all flights nationwide Friday due to communications problems at regional air traffic control centers.

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Warm 101.3 steps into Christmas as the 'Holiday Gift of Music' returns to Rochester radio

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Just as snow started to fall in the Rochester area, a local holiday tradition is back. Warm 101.3 made its annual switch to Christmas music Friday at noon. The "Holiday Gift of Music" kicked off with "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" by...

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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.