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The Rochester Beacon

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No robotaxis for Rochester—yet

On a gray day in November 2025, when Rochester roads were slick and the lawns still coated with early winter snow, something new rolled down the avenues. The spinning LiDAR receptor on the roof, plus more on the fenders, were bouncing millions of laser beams off surrounding objects. Multiple cameras plus radars fed into an onboard computer digesting and verifying all this location information and commanding the vehicle to drive down the street (although there was a human stand-by driver onboard for this run). The sight was odd enough for WROC to report it on the news. This Waymo self-driving taxi (robotaxi) was headed for Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva for an exhibit arranged by state Sen. Jeremy Cooney (for his alma mater). Waymo is a division of Alphabet, the company formerly called Google.

Rochester, NY · 1d
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Bass Pro Shops opens first Rochester-area store at Eastview Mall

Victor, N.Y. (WHAM) — After years of anticipation, the Rochester area's first Bass Pro Shops officially opened Thursday evening at Eastview Mall, drawing excited shoppers eager to explore the new store. The 90,000-square-foot store occupies the former Lord & Taylor space, which had been vacant since 2021. Shoppers lined...

Rochester, NY · 16h
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News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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TE Connectivity to bring over 860 jobs to Henrietta, opening planned for spring 2027

TE Connectivity, a global leader in connectors, sensors, and electronic components, is coming to Henrietta, and is expected to create over 860 jobs.

Henrietta, NY · 11h

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Ithaca Coach Rahmel Mack awarded new car for contributions to the community

ROCHESTER, NY (607NewsNow) — Mack, Founder of the Prince Jakim & Dominique Summer Basketball Camp and the GIAC Firebirds girls’ basketball program, was given recognition and the keys to a new car on Thursday, November 5th, 2026. Bob Johnson Mazda in Rochester hosted the celebration as Mack was...

Ithaca, NY · 1d
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News 8 WROC

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East High will proceed to Class B Finals after football fight investigation

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — East High School will proceed to face Honeoye Falls-Lima in the Section V + Class B Football Sectional Championship. This comes as a result of Section V’s investigation into a fight during last weekend’s game. The fight took place during the match between James Monroe High School and East High School. […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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A new kind of grocery store is coming to downtown Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — After living abroad, a Rochester man is now investing in the downtown area by adding a new grocery store on Main Street. The new membership-based market is designed to help fill the city’s grocery gap. The future Aker Club in Rochester will be stocked with...

Rochester, NY · 2d

News 8 WROC

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Eastside residents’ lawsuit over High Acres Landfill odors moves closer to trial

PERINTON, N.Y. (WROC) — After nearly eight years of fighting over odors coming from the High Acres Landfill, a group of eastside residents is getting closer to having its day in court. A federal judge has rejected several arguments from Waste Management and New York City seeking to dismiss the residents’ lawsuit, allowing key claims […]

Perinton, NY · 1d

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Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World invites Boys & Girls Clubs to special pre-opening

What was the purpose of Chuck E. Cheese's VIP Community Night?. How much did Chuck E. Cheese donate to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rochester?. Why did Chuck E. Cheese host the VIP Community Night and make a donation?. Penfield, N.Y. — The new Chuck E. Cheese Adventure World...

Rochester, NY · 2d

Syracuse.com

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A 20-year Finger Lakes Christmas market is ending this weekend

The Canandaigua Christkindl Market will hold its final event this weekend after two decades at the Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, with organizers citing rising costs and diminishing financial support. The German-inspired Christmas market has served as a fundraiser for the historic landmark, but the event has become financially unsustainable,...

Canandaigua, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Fairport company growing as homes, businesses and proposed data centers need more power

FAIRPORT, N.Y. — Communities across the country are facing growing electricity needs as artificial intelligence, data centers, and an electrified economy drive demand. Qualitrol, headquartered in Fairport, is seeing that demand translate into growth right here in our own backyard. Qualitrol, founded in Fairport in 1945, is tucked along the Erie Canal just as you […]

Fairport, NY · 2d

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Men's Basketball Overcomes 17-Point Deficit To Beat Hobart

GENEVA, N.Y. – The St. John Fisher men's basketball team overcame a 17-point first-half deficit in a 65-60 non-league road victory over Hobart on Wednesday night inside Bristol Gymnasium. The Cardinals improved to 2-1 and snapped a four-game losing streak to the Statesmen, who fell to 1-1. Hobart beat...

Geneva, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Survivors face housing hurdles as Rochester-area centers hit capacity

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Willow Domestic Violence Center in Rochester has only 49 beds, and it is already at capacity. But that’s not the only concern being raised. “We are in a position where the need is really urgent, and the need is really high,” said Meghan de Chateauvieux, president and CEO of Willow Domestic […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Bloom and Blend is a fresh addition to the neighborhood

One of the main reasons I like to attend the Webster Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting is that I leave with a LOT of local business news. But I especially like finding out about new Webster businesses. That was the case at the last Chamber meeting, held Friday, Oct. 30,...

Webster, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Brick laying ceremony held at the West Church Street memorial to honor local veterans

New bricks were laid at the Potter Place memorial in Fairport this Veterans Day to honor local veterans, including Marine Corps veteran Melissa Martens.

Fairport, NY · 1d

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The Skycoasters support Honor Flight with this year's ultimate tailgate Turkey Bash

The Skycoasters honor Rochester's veterans with this year's Turkey Bash. Jerry Boone from The Skycoasters and Terry Sinopoli, general manager of Arlene's Costumes, join ARC Rochester to preview what guests can expect at the upcoming dance party, including a silent disco, glow-in-the-dark tattoos and raffle tickets. Proceeds from the ultimate...

Rochester, NY · 1d

The Rochester Beacon

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Cuddy to return as Geva interim artistic director

Mark Cuddy, Geva Theatre’s artistic director emeritus, will return to the organization in an interim capacity. The move follows an announcement regarding the departure of Elizabeth Williamson. “It is an honor and a privilege to once again serve our community through the artistic stewardship of its flagship theatre during...

Rochester, NY · 1d

News 8 WROC

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Fairport mayor’s race write-in results to be announced Friday

FAIRPORT, N.Y. (WROC) — The mystery surrounding the election result in the race for Village of Fairport mayor might be solved later this week. A Monroe County Board of Elections team will analyze write-in votes on Thursday and announce its findings Friday at 9:30 a.m. This follows an unusual unofficial election result in which there […]

Fairport, NY · 2d

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Road salt prices rise as Rochester-area businesses, towns prepare for winter

With winter weather approaching, local businesses and municipalities across the region are stocking up on road salt — but many are paying more to do it. After shortages in recent years, some are taking extra steps to secure supplies early and avoid potential delivery delays. BACKGROUND: Monroe County towns...

Monroe County, NY · 15h

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GALLERY: Webster Montessori School hosts Miniature Macy's Parade

Penfield, N.Y. — Webster Montessori School hosted its third annual Miniature Macy's Parade on Thursday. The school transformed its gym into a small-scale version of New York City's Herald Square, as students carried miniature floats along the parade route. "They have shown so much creativity, ingenuity," said Jennifer Thornquest,...

Penfield, NY · 20h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Rush-Henrietta students rake leaves for local veterans on Veterans Day

HENRIETTA, N.Y. — Dozens of Rush-Henrietta Senior High School students spent Veterans Day honoring local veterans by raking leaves at their homes Wednesday morning. The students volunteered to rake at the homes of eight veterans across the community, giving their time on a day off from school. “My Grandpa was in the military, he was […]

Henrietta, NY · 1d