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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 · 7h

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 · 6h

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 · 2d
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Democrat and Chronicle

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Ontario County election results 2026

Latest results for 2026 Ontario County elections including state-level, congressional and local town races. Results will be updated shortly after polls close at 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Ontario County election results include races for New York governor, comptroller and attorney general; for the 24th and 25th Congressional Districts; for Canandaigua-area state Assembly and state Senate districts; and for town races in Bristol, Manchester, Naples, South Bristol and West Bloomfield, among other Ontario County towns. These party names are abbreviated, with most others being written out: D: Democratic Party | R: Republican Party | C: Conservative Party | WF: Working Families Party Election results in nearby counties: Monroe | Genesee | Livingston | Orleans | Wayne .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()})(); This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Ontario County election results 2026

Ontario County, NY · 3d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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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 […]

Greece, NY · 5h

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 · 6h

Press Connects | Press & Sun-Bulletin

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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

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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 · 2d

News 8 WROC

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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:

Rochester, NY · 3d

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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 · 14h

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 · 1d

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

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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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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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 · 12h

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 · 7h

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 · 6h

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Penn Yan site gets state “Superfund” classification

PENN YAN–The Inactive Hazardous Waste Disposal Site Program, also referred to as the State Superfund Program, is New York state’s program for identifying, investigating, and cleaning up sites where the disposal of hazardous waste may present a threat to public health and/or the environment. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) maintains a list of these sites on the registry of inactive hazardous waste disposal sites. As described in more detail below, following the initial investigation or site characterization completed at the K & L Cleaners site (2469 Route 54A, Penn Yan), the site was added to the registry as a Class 2 site that presents a significant threat to public health or the environment.

Penn Yan, NY · 9h

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