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Family of injured thruway worker release update after I-90 crash
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The family of a thruway worker who was seriously injured in a fatal crash on I-90 East released an update on his condition. On Thursday, May 9, Mark Vara and Vincent Giammarva were struck by a tractor-trailer. Giammarva was pronounced dead at the scene, but Vara was taken to Strong Memorial […]
Public weighs In on Bull’s Head revitalization efforts
The Bull’s Head Revitalization Project plans were released to the public earlier this year, sparking a wave of public feedback. During early settlements in Rochester, the term “Bull’s Head” referred to a cattle market. On the intersection of Genesee Street and Buffalo Road, stood an old wood building known as the Bull’s Head Tavern. Over a century later, after the tavern was demolished, more residents began moving into the area and adopted the neighborhood's namesake.
Good Question: Who pays to repair damaged police cars?
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Why pays to repair damaged police cars?. Last week, several Rochester Police cars were seriously damaged in crashes, including two hit by alleged drunk drivers. Also, on Wednesday morning, RPD said a teen stole a car and crashed it on Lake Avenue. Mark asks: “It seems...
Creekside Steel Drum Band performs at Lilac Festival
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Thursday was day seven of the Rochester Lilac Festival. Visitors may have caught a unique performance on the main stage — by the Creekside School Steel Drum Band. The group is made up of students in the school’s special education program. The band has been around for eight years, but the […]
Migrant service contract extended for Upstate New York
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The contract between NYC and DocGo, the mobile medical company hired to service migrant placement and care in the state, has ended, however an extension for the Upstate New York program is in place through the remainder of the year. In an email statement provided to News 8, a DocGo spokesperson […]
Danielle Ponder thrills hometown crowd at 126th annual Lilac Festival in Rochester
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — R&B and soul artist Danielle Ponder headlined the 126th Lilac Festival on Thursday. A sea of people at Highland Park watched the homegrown sensation on the center stage of the festival. Ponder, the headlining act, returned to her hometown for the free show. Ponder left...
Two people under 18 in custody after break-in at Scottsville business
SCOTTSVILLE, N.Y. — Two people under 18 were detained, one of whom was charged with burglary, after a break-in at a Scottsville business on Thursday morning. Monroe County sheriff’s deputies responded to Buster’s Food Mart on Scottsville Road after an alarm went off and found the front door broken.
Rochester feels a mild Friday and a drier Lilac Festival weekend
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Dense fog and mist cleared up by late Thursday morning in our region. Some afternoon sunshine helped the air warm to near normal high temperatures. Friday will start with some sunshine but cloud cover will increase by late morning. A couple of showers will move into the region for the afternoon and evening hours. It won't be a ton of rainfall but enough to dampen your outdoor plans for a while.
Comptroller report reveals high child poverty rates in NYS
ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo rank amongst the top ten largest cities in the US with the highest child poverty rates. According to a new report by the state comptroller, between 40 to 46% of children in those three cities were living in poverty in 2022. “New York is 41st out of […]
New daily direct flights from Rochester to Fort Lauderdale announced
Another airline is getting in on the direct flight fun as Spirit Airlines is adding daily nonstop flights between the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport and the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in southeast Florida. The service is set to start on Aug. 14 and will mark the first daily...
140 years of service: The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester marks milestone
Rochester, N.Y. — A pivotal organization dedicated to helping those in need is marking a milestone. The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester is celebrating 140 years of service. City and Monroe County leaders joined in the celebration Thursday, presenting a proclamation. The charitable organization helps people year-round, and also...
Gates police to residents: Lock your car doors
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Gates police are warning residents to lock their car doors after seeing an increase in vehicle larcenies. Police said a car was broken into on West Garden Drive Saturday. The suspect stole a credit card, and police said there was security footage of them using it at a Family Dollar. Gates […]
MCSO deputy involved in crash in Rush
Rush, N.Y. — A Monroe County Sheriff's Office deputy was involved in a crash Tuesday evening on State Route 251. The deputy was westbound when another driver heading in the opposite direction attempted to make a turn onto Hanlon Drive, causing the crash, according to police. The driver was...
Man calls for ‘accountability’ after Rochester Police car crashes into his vehicle
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A challenging weekend for Rochester Police involved two crashes, resulting in three officers being hospitalized after being struck by drivers who were allegedly under the influence. However, a third crash, appearing to be caused by a police cruiser, involved a civilian vehicle at the intersection of Lyell Avenue and Saratoga Street — with a 2-year-old girl in her car seat in the back.
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