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News 8 WROC

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State Route 21 reopens in South Bristol after months-long closure

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — After more than six months of construction, State Route 21 in South Bristol has reopened to traffic. The Town of South Bristol announced the reopening on Facebook, saying the project is complete and drivers no longer need to follow a detour. “NYS ST RT 21 is OPEN! Work is done. No […]

South Bristol, NY · 1d

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Batavia Downs Board Approves $6.25M Purchase of Former Kmart Site for $80M Expansion

A proposed $80 million expansion at Batavia Downs remains dependent on several approvals, including a subdivision decision by the Town of Batavia and state approval of acquisition funding. Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corp.'s board has authorized the purchase of the long-vacant former Kmart property for $6.25 million, but the sale cannot close until required approvals are secured.

Batavia, NY · 3d
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News 8 WROC

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Goodwill opens largest regional store on Hylan Dr.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Goodwill of the Finger Lakes opened its biggest store in the region today. Goodwill moved its Jefferson Avenue location to the former Value City Furniture on Hylan Drive, right across from the former Marketplace Mall. The new store includes 31,000 square feet of retail space and another 15,000 square feet set […]

Rochester, NY · 17h

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 […]

Livingston County, NY · 18h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Ontario County disabled veterans press local municipalities to adopt property and school tax break

VICTOR, N.Y. — Disabled veterans in Ontario County are growing frustrated with local leaders who have not decided whether to offer a full property tax break. New York now allows a full property and school tax break for veterans who are permanently and totally disabled but local municipalities must opt in for the veterans to […]

Ontario County, NY · 17h

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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

Wellsville Sun

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Chronic Wasting Disease confirmed in Livingston County Town of Sparta

From the NYS DEC, DEC has confirmed Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a wild deer harvested in the Town of Sparta, Livingston County. DEC is implementing its CWD Response Plan […] The post Chronic Wasting Disease confirmed in Livingston County Town of Sparta appeared first on THE WELLSVILLE SUN .

Livingston County, NY · 17h

News 8 WROC

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Fairport veteran family demands action after grave items damaged

FAIRPORT, N.Y. (WROC) – A family member of many veterans buried at Greenvale Cemetery in Fairport is demanding accountability from village leaders after she says landscapers destroyed headstones and American flags during property maintenance. Mary Brongo explained she visits the cemetery weekly to pay her respects towards her loved ones and other veterans buried at […]

Fairport, NY · 11h

The Leader

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Steuben County 2026 election results, live updates on key races

Latest results for 2026 Steuben County elections including state-level, congressional and local town races will be updated here after polls close at 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Steuben County election results include races for New York governor, comptroller and attorney general; for the 23rd Congressional District; for Hornell and Corning-area state Assembly and state Senate districts; and for town races in Corning and other Steuben County towns. After the polls across Steuben County close at 9 p.m., check here for live results. Vote tallies will be updated throughout the night until all districts have completed vote counts. Election results in nearby counties : Allegany | Livingston | Chemung | Schuyler | Tioga New York general election results New York governor/lieutenant governor results New York U.S. House election results New York attorney general results New York comptroller results Steuben County 2026 election results These party names are abbreviated, with most others being written out: D: Democratic Party | R: Republican Party | C: Conservative Party | I: An independent party .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } (function(){function e(){window.addEventListener(`message`,function(e){if(e.data[`datawrapper-height`]!==void 0){var t=document.querySelectorAll(`iframe`);for(var n in e.data[`datawrapper-height`])for(var r=0,i;i=t[r];r++)if(i.contentWindow===e.source){var a=e.data[`datawrapper-height`][n]+`px`;i.style.height=a}}})}e()})(); Strong early voting numbers in Steuben County Bryan Housel, the Republican

Steuben County, NY · 3d

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Steuben And Allegany County Election Results From Last Night

Bradford Town Highway Superintendent Nickolas Hallock 268. Corning Town Board Member Nicholas J. Tammaro 1354. Hartsville Town Highway Superintendent Ian Henderson 237. Lindley Town Highway Superintendent Dylan Hill 592. Pulteney Town Supervisor Mark Illig 392. Pulteney Highway Superintendent Terry Gibson 449. Rathbone Town Supervisor Russell W. Morseman III 247. Rathbone...

Steuben County, NY · 3d

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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

New York · 4d

News 8 WROC

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Write-in ahead in unofficial results for Fairport Mayor

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The write-in line in Fairport’s mayoral race is ahead in the polls, according to results from the Monroe County Board of Elections. With all precincts reporting, the unofficial results indicate write-in with 51.30% of the votes — ahead of Democratic candidate Heidi Woika, who has 48.70% of the votes. The current […]

Fairport, NY · 2d

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Veterans Day Discount at Tops

Tops Friendly Markets will honor those who have served our country with an 11 percent discount on groceries this Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Now in its 13th year, the program has provided more than $1 million in savings to military personnel and their families. The discount will be...

Rochester, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Gillett Rd. bridge above Erie Canal closing at the end of the month

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Gillett Road state-owned bridge above the Erie Canal will close at the end of the month. Ogden Town Supervisor Mike Zale said that the canal bridge will close for repairs. He clarified that this is not the CSX overpass bridge, but the state-owned one. The New York State Department of […]

Rochester, NY · 23h

The Batavian

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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 · 23h

WXXI News

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Seneca Park Zoo breaks ground on long-planned Tropics exhibit

Orangutans and lemurs, which last resided at Rochester's zoo in 2018, will find a home in the new Tropics Exhibit slated to open in late 2029.

Rochester, NY · 10d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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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

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Rochester's high housing costs stand in the way of a new safe house for women fleeing domestic violence

The Willow Domestic Violence Center is setting out to purchase a safe dwelling house in Monroe County for women fleeing domestic violence. But it's hit a snag: a housing market that is simply too expensive and competitive. "I think it's more of a supply and demand thing," Nicole Morelle, chief...

Monroe County, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Rochester teachers’ union president cites class consolidations; more staff departures

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The president of the Rochester teachers union says the departure rate among teachers in city schools is ‘worse than ever.’ As a result, RTA president Adam Urbanski said the district is consolidating classes in some schools. The union is currently in the middle of negotiations with leaders of the Rochester City […]

Rochester, NY · 17h

News 8 WROC

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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 […]

Rochester, NY · 2d