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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. […]

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Democrat and Chronicle

East/WOI gets its title shot back but will be shorthanded

The door is open for the East High/World of Inquiry football team to play in the Section V Class B championship game Nov. 14, after a ruling by a state athletic association and a Section V official to reinstate the Eagles into the high school tournament. East High/World of Inquiry won a semifinal game at Monroe, 14-6, last Saturday. But seconds after a tackle on the final play of the elimination game Nov. 7, players from both teams began fighting on the field, including those who were on the sidelines. Officials at both schools said they were notified later that day each team was disqualified from the tournament. The decision was made this week and announced Nov. 11 to allow East/World of Inquiry to play Honeoye Falls-Lima, 3 p.m. Saturday at Saint John Fisher University. "I was very optimistic that they were going to find out who was involved and who was not involved," East High/World of Inquiry coach James Vann said. "Hope was still alive. We kept it business as usual (by practicing leading up to a game). "I knew they were going to do their due diligence." Rochester City School District superintendent Eric Jay Rosser said in a

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RIT will close Riverknoll apartment complex after Spring 2027

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) will be closing the Riverknoll apartment complex after the Spring 2027 semester. A spokesperson for RIT told News 8 that they evaluated the complex’s condition and determined that it was unfeasible and unsustainable to finance the apartment complex. RIT’s Residence Life and Housing team is […]

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How Robb Farms keeps a 114-year-old tradition alive

On a crisp autumn afternoon at Robb Farms, the scent of fresh-pressed cider and warm cinnamon donuts draws long lines of visitors into the farm market. But behind the 114-year-old local tradition, the owners face numerous challenges as they work to ensure the sixth-generation farm stays in family hands for years to come.

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Democrat and Chronicle

Canandaigua vs. Hilton has makings of an old-school football clash

Fans of old-school football will likely enjoy the Section V Class A crossover. Hilton and Canandaigua both run the ball frequently. Their starting running backs combined for 65 carries and 361 yards in the sectional finals. These teams are not identical. They did, however, take similar paths to the Class A crossover. Both teams looked untouchable for a month. Both stumbled late in the regular season. Both overcame adversity to win a championship. But only one can represent Section V in the state tournament. Here’s a look at how Hilton and Canandaigua got here, and how they might match up Nov. 13 at St. John Fisher University. More: Hilton offense powers Cadets past Brighton to football title Overcoming adversity Fairport spoiled Canandaigua’s Homecoming. No one had touched the Gray Wolves in the four weeks leading up to their 21-7 defeat . They have not been beaten since. That loss to Fairport on Oct. 2 changed something inside Canandaigua’s locker room. The Gray Wolves, led by four senior offensive linemen, have played a month of inspired football. “They are a true team. Every day they’re fun to be around,” Canandaigua head coach Jeff Welch said. “As a coach who has been

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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...

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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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NYS is questioning the cost of concessions, with Highmark Stadium a big focal point

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The state and News10NBC investigated the cost of food and drinks at venues that receive taxpayer funding. Fans have experienced sticker shock when buying concessions at games. RELATED: NY Legislature set to discuss proposal to cap food and drink prices for some venues Attending games at Highmark Stadium Tom O’Callaghan attended two […]

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How Long is “A Country Mile”?

What’s the origin of the phrase a country mile? Vida from Rochester, New York, says her husband often uses it, as in “go about a country mile and then make a left.” The expression goes back at least 300 years in the United Kingdom and has long meant “an approximate distance.” Bumpy, unpaved, curvy roads out in the countryside may make a real mile feel much longer. Variants include Irish mile, Welsh mile, Scots mile, and Kentish mile. The idiom often turns up in baseball, where announcers exaggerate the distance by saying a ball was hit a country mile or a pitch missed by a country mile. The word mile itself comes from Latin for “one thousand,” suggesting the measure of “a thousand paces.” This is part of a complete episode.

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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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Bright Spot: RGH nursing leader earns national recognition

What achievements led to Shari McDonald's recognition by Becker's Healthcare?. What initiatives does Shari McDonald lead to improve patient safety at Rochester General Hospital?. Why was Shari McDonald named to Becker's Healthcare's 2026 list of top nursing leaders?. Rochester, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on a local nursing leader...

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Campus Times

Hillside Market will be extending their hours, per Rochester Dining.

Hillside Market reduced their hours at the start of this semester to 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., though they have since been expanded to 8 a.m. to 12 a.m., according to the University’s dining hours of operations page. When the CT. asked a. manager at Hillside about the proposed...

Rochester, NY · 3d

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4 From Women's Soccer Named to Empire 8 Women’s Soccer Championship All-Tournament Team

ROCHESTER, NY – (Nazathletics.com) – On Wednesday the Empire 8 Conference announced the 2026 Empire 8 Women's Soccer Championship All-Tournament Team with Nazareth's Shannon Sgombick (MVP), along with Savanna Biehler, Lillian Fejko, and goalkeeper Katriana Walls being honored. The second-seeded Golden Flyers won the Empire 8 title by...

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Maplewood Family YMCA celebrates 110 years of serving Rochester

Where was the Maplewood YMCA's 110th anniversary celebration held?. What other role has the Maplewood YMCA played besides health and wellness?. Why has the Maplewood YMCA maintained its presence in Rochester for 110 years?. Rochester, N.Y. — The Maplewood Family YMCA is celebrating 110 years of serving the Rochester community....

Rochester, NY · 23h

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Happening Thursday: Heating assistance help, Bass Pro Shop opens, and zoning code hearing

The Veterans Day Honor Run, the opening of Bass Pro Shop, and a Rochester City Council hearing on zoning codes are happening on Thursday.

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News 8 WROC

Spotlight Team of the Week: Hilton football

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Primetime 585 News 8 Spotlight Team of the Week is the Hilton Cadets football team. Hilton started the season 5-0, but lost back-to-back games against Pittsford and Rush-Henrietta (the two teams in the Class AA title game). The Cadets have come back strong, however, with three wins in the postseason, […]

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Bass Pro Shops will celebrate grand opening at Eastview

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The new Bass Pro Shops at Eastview Mall opens this week, featuring a variety of festivities during its grand opening. The 90,000-square-foot store, which occupies the former Lord & Taylor space, is set to open on Thursday, November 12. Its normal business hours will be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday […]