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Local Veterans Honored at Recognition Ceremony

Luann VanPeursem of Churchville and David Brown of Chili were among the 32 area veterans Senator Pam Helming honored at her 10th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony on October 23 at the Fort Hill Performing Arts Center in Canandaigua. The ceremony brought together veterans, their families, friends, and community members to recognize their military service and continued contributions to their communities. Since the first ceremony in 2017, the program has recognized hundreds of veterans.

Canandaigua, NY · 3d

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Chronic Wasting Disease confirmed in Livingston County Town of Sparta

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 to assess the extent of the disease and take steps to limit its spread. Hunters in the containment area, which includes the towns of...

Livingston County, NY · 3d

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Perinton officials seeking feedback from residents about dog park safety concerns

PERINTON, N.Y. (WROC) – A popular Perinton dog park may be seeing changes in safety. The town says they’re addressing what they call ongoing public safety concerns at Spring Lake Dog Park. Town Supervisor Jen Townsend says over the past decade, they’ve received numerous reports involving incidents with off-leash dogs. Some people who frequent the […]

Perinton, NY · 1d

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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 · 3d

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Pal-Mac Board of Education votes to close Macedon elementary building

The Palmyra-Macedon Board of Education voted last Monday to begin the process of implementing their "Transition to the Future" plan which aims to ensure the district’s long-term financial sustainability amid declining enrollment. The plan, which was officially presented to the board back in October by Superintendent Dr. Bob Ike,...

Macedon, NY · 2d

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Wayne County Public Health warns of measles exposure in Newark and Lyons

WAYNE COUNTY, N.Y. — The Wayne County Public Health department is advising people of possible measles exposures in Newark and Lyons. According to the Public Health department, a person with measles visited the following places on the following dates: The measles virus remains alive in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours, […]

Newark, NY · 20h

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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 · 3d

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Monument honoring Wayne County Veterans gets final consecration

The Final Installation and Consecration of the True Valor at Gettysbuerg monument was held on Saturday, October 31. This monumental project was not complete until the final piece of the statue, the two color bearers of the 111th, were placed on the existing granite pedestal in Lyons Central Park. Judson...

Wayne County, NY · 2d

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Flu cases surge across New York, with Monroe County reporting early-season spike

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Flu cases across New York state increased 77% over the past week, reaching 7,696, as Monroe County continues to see an early-season surge, according to the New York State Department of Health. Monroe County has reported 243 flu cases so far this season. County-by-county case numbers are included in the graphic […]

Monroe County, 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 · 3d

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Rochester disabled riders face fewer options as RTS On Demand phaseout starts in January

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Some members of Rochester’s disabled community are preparing for changes as Rochester Transit Service plans to end its On Demand service starting early next year. News10NBC’s Tom Kowalski spoke with riders who rely on the service for work and appointments. RTS leaders said they have to cancel On Demand because it takes […]

Rochester, NY · 4d

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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 · 3d

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Wayne County to offer state snowmobile safety course starting in January

WAYNE COUNTY, N.Y. — The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office will once again be offering the New York State Snowmobile Safety course. The first class will be held on Saturday, Jan. 2 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Lakeshore Riders Groomer Barn in North Rose. Lunch will be provided, and a pen will be […]

Wayne County, NY · 19h

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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 · 3d

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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.

Rochester, NY · 4d

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Democratic, Republican leaders across Monroe County react to what many call a ‘historic’ midterm election

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Following what many are calling a historic midterm election Tuesday night, Democrats and Republicans across the country, including here in Monroe County, are reflecting on what lies ahead. Democratic Rep. Joe Morelle, who represents New York’s 25th Congressional District, and Republican Rep. Claudia Tenney, who represents the 24th Congressional District, offered […]

Monroe County, NY · 5d

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Need To Retire Your Old Flag?

Every flag reaches the end of its service. Sun fades the stripes, wind frays the fly end, and one day the flag on your porch is no longer the emblem it was. The U.S. Flag Code is clear about what to do next, and doing it well takes less effort than most people expect.

Honeoye Falls, NY · 5d

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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.

Rochester, NY · 4d

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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 · 4d

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