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The Skycoasters support Honor Flight with this year's ultimate tailgate Turkey Bash

The Skycoasters honor Rochester's veterans with this year's Turkey Bash. Jerry Boone from The Skycoasters and Terry Sinopoli, general manager of Arlene's Costumes, join ARC Rochester to preview what guests can expect at the upcoming dance party, including a silent disco, glow-in-the-dark tattoos and raffle tickets. Proceeds from the ultimate...

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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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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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Mark Aesch Nominated to Lead Federal Transit Administration

Mark Aesch, former Rochester transit chief, is nominated to lead the Federal Transit Administration. He founded TransPro and has contributed to METRO Magazine, highlighting his extensive industry involvement. Aesch's leadership is noted for emphasizing performance, accountability, and financial sustainability. The President nominated long-time public transportation executive Mark Aesch to serve...

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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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Outlook restored for many users amid day two, tracking impact on Rochester area

Millions of people around the world are still having trouble accessing their email on Friday morning because of a Microsoft Outlook outage.

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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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State semifinal preview: Spencerport meets with Bethlehem Central to advance in Class AA

One team is coming off its eighth regional championship in ten years. Another looks to advance to the state final for the first time since 2018. Section V side Spencerport will face off against Bethlehem Central of Section 2. Here’s the breakdown:. Section V Class AA Champion. SPENCERPORT RANGERS.

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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....

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No robotaxis for Rochester—yet

On a gray day in November 2025, when Rochester roads were slick and the lawns still coated with early winter snow, something new rolled down the avenues. The spinning LiDAR receptor on the roof, plus more on the fenders, were bouncing millions of laser beams off surrounding objects. Multiple cameras plus radars fed into an onboard computer digesting and verifying all this location information and commanding the vehicle to drive down the street (although there was a human stand-by driver onboard for this run). The sight was odd enough for WROC to report it on the news. This Waymo self-driving taxi (robotaxi) was headed for Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva for an exhibit arranged by state Sen. Jeremy Cooney (for his alma mater). Waymo is a division of Alphabet, the company formerly called Google.

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Rochester firm joins new Great Lakes manufacturing push | Exclusive

The greater Rochester area boasts a long manufacturing heritage, but today it’s represented by more than the largest firms synonymous with the region. It’s something that’s not lost on Mike McDougall, president of McDougall Communications, either in his job or in his local travels. “You drive down a street you haven’t gone down before anywhere around here and you suddenly see a company you’ve never seen,” McDougall said. “You look them up online and go, ‘I had no idea they were there.’” Those small or mid-size manufacturers are among the target clients for a new Great Lakes marketing partnership aimed at helping them reach more customers and expand into new markets. The Great Lakes Marketing Partnership includes Rochester-based McDougall Communications, Airfoil Group in Detroit and True Digital Communications in Cleveland. True Digital Communications first proposed the partnership, as they saw the evolution in manufacturing and a lot of industrial businesses that need marketing support, but not the cookie cutter-type work that a lot of agencies offer. The three cities all share industrial legacies but are now home to growing clusters of specialized manufacturers, some of which make just one component for larger industries. Those companies aren’t trying to reach consumers,

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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 […]

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Paws for a Cause: Monroe Avenue event at Parlay’s Inn raises money for Lollypop Farm

A Rochester sports bar is hosting a fundraiser for Lollypop Farm this Saturday.

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PBS documentary series "Crime and Punishment" features the story of Rochester's Austin Reed

A new PBS documentary series premiering Monday, Nov. 16 on WXXI-TV features the story of a Rochester native. "Crime and Punishment in America" is a four-part series examining criminal justice in America from the colonial era to today. Austin Reed was a Black man who was born free in Rochester...

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Homesteads for Hope Launches New Agricultural Programs

Harvest and Flower Campaigns Fuel Inclusive Vocational Education. Homesteads for Hope, a 55-acre non-profit community care farm located at 2185 Manitou Road, has officially opened enrollment for its highly anticipated agricultural programs. Fostering an inclusive environment designed for people of all abilities, the farm has simultaneously rolled out its 2027 Summer CSA Food Share, a vibrant 2027 Flower Bouquet Subscription, and a limited-edition 2026 Thanksgiving Share.

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Honor Flight Rochester Thanks America’s Veterans and Looks Ahead to Its 100th Mission

On this Veterans Day, Honor Flight Rochester extends its heartfelt gratitude to all who have worn our nation’s uniform. Their service and sacrifices, in times of peace and war, deserve our enduring respect and appreciation. This Veterans Day also marks an important milestone for Honor Flight Rochester. With the...

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First Alert Weather: Friday morning brought Rochester’s first snowflakes of the season!

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester airport saw its first flakes of the year Friday morning, but no accumulations are expected for the metro area throughout the day. We are green on the Threat Tracker for Friday and through the rest of the weekend. Winds will stay breezy out of the north/northwest between 10 to 15 […]

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Genesee & Wyoming announces split into 3 holding companies

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) today announced plans to soon separate into three distinct, geographically focused holding companies. The three companies, which will remain under the ownership of Brookfield and GIC, will be:. Atlantic & Great Lakes Transportation Inc., to comprise G&W operations in New England — including the Berkshire...

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