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The new ‘Lonesome Charlie’: Greece Assemblyman Josh Jensen is Monroe County’s only Republican state lawmaker

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — After the worst Election Day for Republicans in New York in 180 years, only one Republican state lawmaker remains in Monroe County. Lonesome Josh “Do you know the old nickname Lonesome Charlie?” Brean asked Assemblyman Josh Jensen.“Yes, I’ve heard it,” Jensen laughed. Assemblyman Jensen has earned a nickname with deep roots in […]

Monroe County, NY · 2d

14850 Magazine

Veterans Day 2026 plans around Ithaca and Tompkins County

On Veterans Day, the annual Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11am at Dewitt Park in Downtown Ithaca, hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 961 and Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) Chapter 377 in collaboration with numerous Veteran service organizations and other entities across Tompkins County. There are several campus and community events over the course of a few days. [...]

Tompkins County, NY · 2d

News 8 WROC

Veterans Day 2026: Ceremonies and parades happening in Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Greater Rochester Area has several ceremonies, parades, and events planned to honor those who served on Veterans Day. News 8 compiled a list of these upcoming events with links to more information on each event. Do you know of an upcoming Veterans Day ceremony not on this list? Email us […]

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Rochester history: Former Mayor Johnson reflects on historic midterm firsts and local progress

News10NBC’s Adelisa Badzic sat down with William Johnson, the first African American mayor of Rochester, to get his reaction to these milestones.

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Events ahead of Veterans Day: Stars and Stripes Celebration, Rochester parade, and more

Here’s a guide to upcoming Veterans Day events in the Rochester area.

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WXXI News

As state moves away from Regents exams, RCSD expands career and college readiness efforts

A new statewide framework for high school graduation requirements is in a transition period, and the Rochester City School District is making moves to meet the moment.

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Greater Finger Lakes Council names Jeff Gorsky distinguished citizen

The Greater Finger Lakes Council, Scouting America, is proud to announce that Jeff Gorsky, a partner at Bowers Advisors, has been selected as the 2026 Tompkins County Distinguished Citizen Award honoree. He will be recognized at the Tompkins County Annual Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Ithaca College’s Emerson Suites. The reception begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m.

Tompkins County, NY · 2d

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Phillips confident in his 126th Assembly District victory while Lemondes holds out hope in tight race

The Democratic Party’s blue tsunami swept elections across the nation Tuesday night — and Democratic hopeful Ian Phillips is confident that wave will soon crash into New York’s 126th Assembly District. A former teacher and union leader from Auburn, Phillips holds a narrow lead over Republican incumbent...

New York · 2d

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State lawsuit: Owner of Greece WWII shipyard property near Lake Ontario sued over contamination, cleanup put at more than $31 million

GREECE, N.Y. — Eighty years after the site near Lake Ontario helped build war ships for the American war effort, the state is suing the current owner for contamination. Hazard goes back to WWII The property, once home to the Odenbach Shipping Company, saw landing barges, floating cranes and tugs built before the Department of […]

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Long-vacant Crescent Beach property headed to auction

Greece, N.Y. — The long-vacant Crescent Beach restaurant property in Greece is headed to foreclosure auction next month, nearly two years after its former owner agreed to surrender the property as part of a federal fraud case. Eight parcels along Edgemere Drive will be auctioned Dec. 9 at 10...

Greece, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Livingston County deer tests positive for deadly disease not seen in NY since 2005

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Chronic wasting disease has been detected in a wild deer in Livingston County, marking the first occurrence of the disease in a wild deer in New York state since 2005. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed the detection in November 2026, prompting the agency to establish a […]

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New York heating assistance applications are open

New York households struggling with heating costs can apply for the Home Energy Assistance Program after applications opened Nov. 2. New York State Electric & Gas and Rochester Gas and Electric are encouraging eligible customers to apply, according to a community announcement. HEAP is a federal grant program that helps eligible households with energy costs, repairs and weatherization. “We know energy costs can put pressure on household budgets, especially as we head into the winter months,” said Christine Alexander, vice president of customer service for NYSEG and RG&E. “Programs like HEAP can provide meaningful assistance to eligible customers, and we encourage anyone who may qualify to apply and take advantage of the support available to them.” Income-eligible households may receive one regular HEAP benefit per season. Eligibility and benefits depend on household income and size, the primary heating source and whether the household includes someone younger than 6, someone 60 or older or someone who is permanently disabled. Regular HEAP is scheduled to remain open through April 16, 2027. The dates could change depending on funding availability and demand. Emergency HEAP scheduled to open in January Some households also may qualify for Emergency HEAP benefits. The number of emergency benefits

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News 8 WROC

NYS Assembly results for Rochester region

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — As election night nears an end, the incumbents head back to Albany. Republican George Dobbins leads the 130th District race. Republican Mark Benjamin leads in the 131st District. Full results:

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AG Letitia James and former federal prosecutor Saritha Komatireddy lay out different priorities

Republicans in Monroe County prepared to meet as the race for New York attorney general drew attention to two candidates with different approaches.

New York · 3d

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The Charming Living History Village In New York Where Time Has Literally Stood Completely Still

Nobody warned you that a trip to Mumford, New York would make you question everything you thought you knew about how to spend a Saturday. Genesee Country Village & Museum has a way of doing that, quietly and completely, without you even seeing it coming. The concept of a living...

Mumford, NY · 3d

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Historic change: Greece voters gave town board its first Democratic majority by flipping two seats

GREECE, N.Y. — Voters in Greece flipped two seats on the town board, creating the first Democratic majority in the town’s history. Last year, Greece elected its first Democratic town supervisor in more than a hundred years, marking the start of a trend that continued with this week’s results. Ryan McDonald and Frank Femia, both […]

Greece, NY · 2d

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Perinton supervisor addresses landfill odor

PERINTON, N.Y. (WROC) — In a social media post, the Town of Perinton’s Supervisor, Jen Townsend, addressed persistent concerns about a bad smell coming from the High Acres Landfill. Townsend says the odor has been particularly noticeable lately, and many residents are frustrated. While periodic odor is unavoidable at an active landfill, this issue is […]

Perinton, NY · 2d

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Noblehurst Green Energy awarded more than $4 million for pilot plant to turn farm biogas into jet fuel

A pilot plant at Noblehurst Farms in Pavilion will turn waste biogas into sustainable aviation fuel, backed by more than $4 million in state funding. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the award to Noblehurst Green Energy on Nov. 5. Noblehurst Green Energy will build and operate the plant, which will use

Pavilion, NY · 1d

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Phoenix Tailings prepares to open rare earth separation facility at Eastman Business Park

What incentives did Phoenix Tailings receive for the Eastman facility?. How many jobs will Phoenix Tailings' facility create at launch?. Why did Phoenix Tailings choose Eastman Business Park for its facility?. Greece, N.Y. — Phoenix Tailings is preparing to open a rare earth separation facility in the Rochester area.

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