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Knighthawks defenseman Brad Gillies to retire

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Knighthawks have announced that Defenseman Brad Gillies is retiring. Gillies has played eight seasons with the Knighthawks, playing ten total seasons in the National Lacrosse League. He was drafted to the Knighthawks in 2015 as the ninth pick. During the 2025-26 season, he marked two career milestones. First, he scooped […]

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The Rochester Beacon

Borinquen Dance Theatre marks end of an era

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... At the 1981 Puerto Rican Festival, Garth Fagan announced that his student Nydia Padilla-Rodríguez would start a Latino dance group following her departure from his own dance company. This came as a surprise to Padilla-Rodríguez, who had no plans to offer dance classes, let alone open her own dance studio.

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Stray kittens bite kids on Halloween, spark rabies scare near Rochester

Two children were bitten by stray kittens while trick-or-treating near Rochester on Halloween, setting off a frightening rabies scare after the animals became sick and died days later, according to News10NBC. The children spotted the kittens while trick-or-treating in Greece and bent down to pet them. Both of them were...

Rochester, NY · 22h

News 8 WROC

Opening date announced for Barnes & Noble in Henrietta

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The opening date has been announced for the new Barnes & Noble in Henrietta. The bookstore chain’s new location will open on Wednesday, November 11. It will officially open to the public at 9 a.m. The new store will be located inside the former Party City in Market Square Plaza on […]

Henrietta, NY · 3d

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In 1949, Two Brothers Founded a Home Goods Store After Purchasing Stoneware Pieces at a Yard Sale; 37 Years Later, It Was Acquired by Williams-Sonoma

It sold for $6 million.

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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 […]

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Vacant house fire on OK Terrace put out quickly

Rochester, N.Y. — A vacant house on the city's northeast side caught fire early Friday morning. Lt. Daniel Witkowski said the Rochester Fire Department received a call from a neighbor about a house on fire around 4:30 a.m. on OK Terrace near Hollenbeck Street. Witkowski said smoke and flames...

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Payton Malec Finds Her Focus in the Goal

For Canandaigua native Payton Malec, a goalkeeper on the Keuka College women’s soccer team, pressure is not something to avoid, but instead it helps her thrive. That mindset was on display in October when the junior helped the Wolves earn two important Empire 8 Conference draws, including a standout performance against Alfred University.

Canandaigua, NY · 1d

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FAA to add new digital air traffic control system at Rochester airport, replacing floppy disks

The Federal Aviation Administration is replacing old floppy disks in air traffic control systems with new digital technology.

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As state moves away from Regents exams, RCSD expands career and college readiness efforts

A new statewide framework for high school graduation requirements is in a transition period, and the Rochester City School District is making moves to meet the moment.

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

This weekend: East Ave Grocery Run, book festival, and more

The East Avenue Grocery Run, Children’s Book Fair, Monroe County Veterans Day Parade, and more are happening on Friday or this weekend.

Rochester, NY · 22h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

Rochester teen charged in connection to car stolen from driveway in Chili

CHILI, N.Y. — Monroe County sheriff’s deputies say they arrested a 17-year-old boy after a car was stolen from a driveway in Chili. Deputies say they responded to Sunnyside Lane in Chili Tuesday night for the report of a stolen car from a driveway. Minutes later, deputies say they saw the stolen car driving on […]

Chili, NY · 2d

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Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show at TYKEs

The renowned dog show The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show is in Rochester for a special production. After appearing on season 16 of America's Got Talent, the dogs took the world by storm with their impressive athleticism and high-energy tricks. All of the canines who perform in the show are rescues, proving what rescues animals can be capable of with a little bit of training, love, and patience.

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25 Famous Hardware Stores, Lumberyards, and Home Improvement Centers in Upstate New York

Photo by Tyler A. McNeil, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. There was a time when a home improvement project in Upstate New York began with a trip to a familiar hardware store, lumberyard, or neighborhood home center. Maybe it was a leaky pipe in a Rochester two-family house, a porch that needed new boards in the Southern Tier, or another winter spent trying to keep the snowblower working in Western New York. Before the largest warehouse chains dominated so many commercial strips, local owners, family businesses, cooperatives, and regional chains supplied the parts and advice that kept homes running.

New York · 1d

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Ms. Santella – ENL Teacher and a friend

Ms. Santella, an enjoyer of diverse music and foods from different cultures and a professional baker (kinda), is responsible for a small group of students at this school: the ENL students. In this interview, we will explore the thoughts and insights of Ms. Santella and the ENL students, and we will conclude with a key question about the students’ experience at Victor School.

Victor, NY · 2d

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Recipe from Susan B. Anthony recreated for Museum event

In 1872 Susan B. Anthony cast her ballot in an election she knew she could not legally vote in. In honor of her, and midterm elections coming to a close, Cassis Culinary partners with National Susan B. Anthony Museum and House for a special culinary experience. The food brings history...

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Women of Color International boutique expanding with second location in Greece

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A unique boutique in Rochester is expanding. Last year, we featured Women of Color International, located in the South Wedge community. The vibrant boutique provides space for entrepreneurs to sell their one-of-a-kind creations, from hair products to clothes and jewelry to self-care items. This weekend, founder and CEO Connie “Charlie” Marple […]

Rochester, NY · 2d

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Greater Rochester Chamber’s Top 100: WeTheHobby, Stellar Roofing, & More

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce shared the rankings in this year’s Top 100 list! The Chamber of Commerce includes businesses that are independent, privately held, and have a headquarters in the Greater Rochester Area. The businesses must also have a revenue of at least $1 million in each of the […]

Rochester, NY · 23h

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Early strike and strong defense send Bombers to Liberty League semifinals

The Ithaca College women’s soccer team opened the Liberty League playoffs with a 1-0 win over the Rochester Institute of Technology Tigers on Nov. 3 at Carp Wood Field. The fourth-seeded Bombers advance to the semifinals for the sixth season in a row under head coach Mindy Quigg. Junior...

Ithaca, NY · 22h

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Dressed in red, white and blue and pancakes too!

The Town of Rochester’s Hometown Hero Banner Project is preparing to honor local Veterans in a special way, bringing the faces and stories of Hometown Heroes to the heart of the community. A project built on honor, history and community, the Hometown Hero Banner Project began in 2024 following the completion of the updated Veterans Honor Roll, which is proudly displayed in Veterans Park. At 50 Scenic Road, Accord. Inspired by the importance of preserving local military history, the banner project was created to recognize the Veterans who have served the country and to ensure their contributions are remembered by future generations.