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US News & World Report lists 9 best nursing homes in the Rochester area

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — US News & World Report has posted a list of the top nursing homes in the Rochester area. The report listed 49 nursing homes in the Greater Rochester Area. Nine on the list received a “High Performing” rating in short-term and/or long-term care. Below are the top nine nursing homes on […]

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Major step in NY’s nuclear plan that could include Rochester

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Marking a step forward in New York’s effort to produce more nuclear energy, the New York Power Authority announced Thursday it has winnowed down the list of companies that might construct new nuclear power facilities. NYPA has also requested additional information from the eight sites around Upstate New York that have […]

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Groundbreaking for High Falls State Park to take place next week

The groundbreaking for the first phase of High Falls State Park will take place Wednesday, Nov. 18, officials have confirmed. The first phase of park construction will be High Falls Terrace, overlooking the eastern edge of the gorge. The core of that project phase is the Heritage Walk and Memorial Wall, dedicated to the stories of those who migrated to the Rochester area, from Irish Americans to the Haudenosaunee nations.

Rochester, NY · 3d

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An unaffordable yet essential price tag

Life in Brockport can sometimes seem predictable: shopping at the same stores, eating at the same restaurants, and attending the same community events. What isn’t predictable is the rising cost of these routines. Everyday expenses in Brockport are piling up as pressure mounts on budgets across the village. From rising grocery and housing costs to utilities and transportation, these expenses are straining household budgets and forcing Brockport residents to cut back on spending.

Brockport, NY · 2d

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Work begins at site of future outdoor pedestrian mall in downtown Rochester

Work has begun on a new public outdoor space in downtown Rochester. Crews began demolishing the building at 170-172 East Main Street to make way for Main Street Commons, an outdoor pedestrian mall. It's located between Saint Paul Street and North Clinton Avenue, bookended by two large mixed-use projects. The...

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Power being restored in Rochester; cause of outages unknown

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — RG&E has restored a majority of customers power Thursday morning after over 1,000 customers reported outages for the second time this week. As of 5:08 a.m., 1,170 customers have reported outages in the City of Rochester, with a majority of those outages being located on East Avenue and Park Avenue. That […]

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NY’s Harsh Winter Paving Program earmarks $1.9M for part of Route 104

The Governor’s office has announced more than $15 million is heading to the Finger Lakes region aimed at improving safety and repairing state roads with a focus on those impacted by extreme weather. The state says 642 lane miles of highways will be addressed as part of this phase...

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New York's first case of of chronic wasting disease in 21 years detected in Livingston Co.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced Friday that it is opening a deer check station after chronic wasting disease was detected in a wild deer in Livingston County. The DEC said CWD, which hadn't been detected in a wild deer in New York state since 2005, is...

Livingston County, NY · 1d

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New York Porch Pirate Warning as Holidays Near in Buffalo, Rochester

Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping bring more deliveries to Buffalo, Rochester and communities across New York.

Buffalo, NY · 4d

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Rochester VFW post honors Black veterans’ legacy while seeking younger members

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Veterans helping veterans and serving the community is part of the mission of the nonprofit organization known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). The VFW dates back to 1899. It was created to ensure the rights and benefits of service members who fought on foreign soil or in hostile waters. […]

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TE Connectivity expanding to Henrietta, creating 800+ jobs

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — TE Connectivity will be expanding its operations to Henrietta, bringing with it hundreds of jobs to Monroe County. TE Connectivity, which is headquartered in Ireland, designs connectors, sensors, and electronic components to advance transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, and data centers, to name a few. The company serves customers in hundreds […]

Henrietta, NY · 2d

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Friday and weekend: Authors’ festival, music at Lollypop Farm, Turkey Bash, and more

Music at Lollypop Farm, the Skycoasters Turkey Bash, the JCC Authors and Innovators Festival, and more are happening on Friday or this weekend.

Rochester, NY · 1d

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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 · 2d

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Ways to Spread Christmas Cheer Around Rochester

There’s something special about the idea of setting off a ripple of kindness right here in our community during the holidays. When we sprinkle a little cheer here and there, Christmas really starts to feel magical. If you’d like to be part of that magic, here are some ways to get involved.

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Monroe County Ecopark marks 15-year anniversary

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Monroe County is celebrating its Ecopark today as it turns 15. This was the scene when it first opened near the airport, offering Monroe County residents a one-stop drop-off point for items that shouldn’t go in the landfill. This includes certain electronics, paint, prescription drugs, etc. The county’s director of Environmental […]

Monroe County, NY · 1d

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Rochester to host NYS nuclear energy summit next week

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — When Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her plan to dramatically increase nuclear energy production in New York state, she invited communities interested in hosting a nuclear facility to reach out. Eight locations responded, including RED-Rochester at Eastman Business Park in Rochester. No locations have been selected yet, but Rochester will host the […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Amerks to celebrate veterans with Military Salute Night

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Rochester Americans will host its annual Military Salute Night to support the Veterans Outreach Center on Saturday evening in Rochester at the Blue Cross Arena. The Amerks will take on the Laval Rocket starting at 5:05 p.m. “The men and women who have served our country have earned our respect, […]

Rochester, NY · 19h

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Demolition underway for Main Street Commons project

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Demolition is underway on East Main Street for the upcoming Main Street Commons. The City of Rochester posted pictures of the demolition to social media Thursday morning: The Main Street Commons project aims to create a pedestrian-friendly public space dividing the 600-foot-long East Main Street superblock between St. Paul and N. […]