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Greece ramps up fight against invasive water chestnuts threatening local waterways with grant

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — An invasive aquatic plant threatening several waterways in the Town of Greece is now the focus of a major restoration effort aimed at protecting local wildlife and preserving recreational access. Water chestnuts, first discovered locally in Braddock Bay, have spread to seven additional waterways: Salmon Creek, Buttonwood Creek, Cranberry Pond, Long […]

Greece, NY · 8d

The Rochester Beacon

End of an era for Rochester’s premier honky-tonk

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... This post is one in a partnership between the Rochester Beacon and veteran reporter Gary Craig, featuring articles published on his Substack site. During COVID the cards came. Each day, it seemed, Abilene owner Danny Deutsch found more cards in the mail as the...

Rochester, NY · 12d

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GALLERY: Chick-fil-A celebrates grand opening in Penfield

What role did the public meeting play in the Penfield location debate?. Penfield, N.Y. — Chick-fil-A is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location in the Rochester area. The restaurant opened Thursday morning on Route 250 just north of Route 441 in Penfield. The company said the location...

Penfield, NY · 10d

News 8 WROC

‘She needs our help’: Local 12-year-old girl faces setback in search for service dog

FARMINGTON, N.Y. (WROC) – A 12-year-old girl from Farmington who has beat the odds in nearly every way now faces a seemingly impossible challenge: finding a service dog to support her everyday needs. According to the family of Alle Beavers, her life has been anything but easy. At birth, she was diagnosed with sodium channel […]

Farmington, NY · 13d

News 8 WROC

The place to find Kodak’s hand grenade and a USS Rochester porthole

Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — Have you been to the restaurant Good Luck on Anderson Avenue in Rochester? If so, did you know that one floor above you is a military museum that rivals any in the country? The Military History Society of Rochester, under the guidance of Chuck Bayliss, has collected and displayed thousands of […]

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Survive the Sanatorium Returns for a Second Season of Immersive Horror

For six nights this October, the historic Murray Hill Campus in Mount Morris assumes a decidedly darker atmosphere as the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) brings back its haunted house experience, Survive the Sanatorium: The Blood Ward. Now in its second season, the event invites visitors into an...

Mt Morris, NY · 10d

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Four New WALL\THERAPY and Roc Paint Division Murals Bring Art and Community to the Finger Lakes

Four new murals in Canandaigua, Rochester, and Albion add color to the region while celebrating nature, music, community, and human connection. Created through WALL\THERAPY and Roc Paint Division, the installations are part of a statewide effort to expand access to public art and strengthen local communities. The murals are supported...

Canandaigua, NY · 10d

News 8 WROC

Behind the Curtain: David Archuleta talks new Christmas album, memoir and life after ‘American Idol’

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Nearly two decades after capturing the hearts of millions on “American Idol,” singer-songwriter David Archuleta is embracing a new chapter in his life and career, marked by personal reflection, self-discovery and a renewed love for music. Archuleta joined News 8’s Gio Battaglia on “Behind the Curtain” to discuss his New York […]

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Rochester's hotel desert; celebrating 'Open Turnings' host Scott Regan; 'You Can See Everything'

It's our weekly news roundup. The city of Rochester is short hotel rooms. That's according to Deputy Mayor Michael Burns. As reported by WXXI's Brian Sharp, the 2020 closure of the Rochester Riverside hotel and the more recent shutdown of the Wyndham has left a dearth of rooms. Meanwhile, the Hyatt Regency is slated for a $16 million renovation — a "positive note" amid the other hotels' uncertain futures, according to the Hyatt's general manager. What does the future hold? And how many rooms does Rochester need to support local travel and tourism? We talk to Sharp about the latest with downtown development. In studio:

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Democrat and Chronicle

Canandaigua restaurant owner reflects on fire at Latitude 43 | Exclusive

Julie Bagley had all sorts of plans for her new Latitude 43. With a boating vibe in mind, she saw Latitude 43 as a Canandaigua gathering place — either four floors high on the rooftop or down below on the ground at Main and Beeman streets. Employees would not only have input on creating food dishes and drinks but someday they might have the opportunity to earn a piece of the business as it grew, Bagley shared. During Latitude 43's two-month soft opening, Bagley and staff were gathering suggestions from customers on what was working and what wasn't, right down to switching the bun on one of Latitude 43's signature dishes. "I knew I could make the restaurant work," Bagley said. "It was something to build for myself and my family. This was my way of rebuilding and maybe creating a legacy and a space for my children to have someday." The early-morning fire on Oct. 11 changed everything and left her wondering why, fresh off a cancer battle, this had to happen, just days after a ribbon-cutting ceremony served as the official welcoming to the Canandaigua community. Words cannot describe the feeling she experienced when she got the call

Canandaigua, NY · 11d

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GALLERY: New playground opens at MLK Park in downtown Rochester

Rochester, N.Y. — The City of Rochester cut the ribbon Thursday on a new playground in the heart of downtown. The playground is located at Martin Luther King Jr. Park at the corner of Manhattan Square Drive and Adventure Place, across the street from The Strong National Museum of Play.

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Up the Mountain and Down the Trail

Grandfather from Rochester plans to celebrate his 75th birthday climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this January. While others in his age group relax in their living rooms, Reinhard Gsellmeier looks forward to assaulting Mount Kilimanjaro this January. “I think it would be a nice peak to climb,” the 74-year-old married grandfather said,...

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Journalist Greg O'Brien on living with Alzheimer's

It's a question journalist Greg O'Brien has been answering for nearly two decades. O'Brien was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2009 at age 59. In his book, “On Pluto: Inside the Mind of Alzheimer’s,” he chronicles his own disease. O'Brien will be in Rochester for an event at St. John's, but first, he joins us on "Connections" to tell his story and to share what he wants the public to know about living with the disease. We also talk with local neurologist Dr. David Gill about the latest in Alzheimer's research and treatment.

The Lamron

Best ways to celebrate Halloween!

With Halloween coming up this weekend, there will be a number of ways to celebrate. One of the most popular ways is by heading out to a party, which is a great way to dress up and have a fun night out with your friends! That said, parties are not for everyone. Not to worry, though! If you are not a fan of parties, The Lamron can suggest plenty of fun ways to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.

Geneseo, NY · 9d

News 8 WROC

Pest control expert on how to rodent-proof your home this fall & winter

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC)- The temperatures are dropping, and you’re not the only one looking for a warm place to go. Rodents like mice, rats, and even insects may be looking to move into your home this fall and winter. Christopher Gonzalez with Rochester Pest Pro has advice on keeping intruders out of your home. “Those […]

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Lollypop Farm kicks off pet food donation drive ahead of Thanksgiving

Lollypop Farm is collecting pet food donations to give to pet owners in need ahead of the Thanksgiving season.

Fairport, NY · 9d

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What Is Water That Is Safe To Drink Referred To As?

Each morning on the show, we play Dumber Than The Show Trivia for a cash prize. Today, Vince in Rochester, NY took on Steve on a $100 round of the game. Watch the clip below to find out if the pot increases, or if it resets to $100.

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CITY News

Moving pictures: meet four Rochester natives who dance onstage and onscreen

Jasmine Harper has danced with the stars. From Jennifer Lopez and Ciara to Usher and Ne-Yo, Harper has shared the stage with prominent artists, but her “I made it” moment came when she was asked to tour with Beyoncé. “She’s amazing — the ultimate professional,” said Harper, a Henrietta native. “Seeing her give 125% every […] The post Moving pictures: meet four Rochester natives who dance onstage and onscreen appeared first on CITY Magazine. Arts. Music. Culture. .

Rochester, NY · 12d

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Travelin' Toms: the coffee truck that comes to you

Travelin' Toms Coffee joins the ARC Rochester crew... The specialty coffee truck comes to you and serves all kinds of delicious drinks and food. Travelin' Tomes Coffee Truck Owner Nichole Nitti joins ARC Rochester to share their various coffees and teas, and discuss the various events Travlin' Toms Coffee attends including, weddings, school and work events, and festivals.

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