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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...

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News10NBC’s annual Toys for Tots drive begins this weekend

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It’s almost time for News10NBC’s annual Toys for Tots holiday drive. RELATED: Toys for Tots drive is underway, aiming for another record-breaking year (Nov. 17, 2025) Starting Sunday, Nov. 15, donations can be dropped off at local Bill Gray’s restaurants. We are asking for new, unwrapped toys for newborns all the way […]

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Consumer Alert: BMW recalls over 700K vehicles due to risk of them catching fire

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — BMW of North America is issuing its most serious recall for over 700,000 vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says these vehicles are at risk of catching fire even while parked and turned off. 14 different BMW models from 2012 to 2018 are included in this recall. Here’s the full list […]

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‘Hadestown’ returning to Rochester for two performances in March 2027

The video in the above media player is from March 2023, the first time “Hadestown” performed in Rochester. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Tony Award-winning musical “Hadestown” is returning to Rochester next year for a limited engagement. The Rochester Broadway Theatre League announced Wednesday that the musical will take the stage at the West Herr […]

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RIT students frustrated by impending closure of Riverknoll apartments

Henrietta, N.Y. (WHAM) — Rochester Institute of Technology students are pushing back after the university announced it will close the Riverknoll apartments, an on-campus housing option many upperclassmen consider the most affordable. The closure is expected at the end of the 2027 spring semester. Students said they learned of...

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KNIGHTHAWKS HEAD TO OSHAWA FOR SECOND PRESEASON GAME

(Rochester, NY)… The Rochester Knighthawks travel north of the border to battle the Oshawa FireWolves on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. at Tribute Communities Centre. The preseason contest will be broadcast on Big 107.3 FM and is available on mobile devices by downloading the iHeartRadio app at iHeartRadio.com.

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State Semifinal Preview: C.G. Finney matches up against Chazy in Class D

One team is looking to advance to a first ever NYSPHAA title game. The other is making a ninth semifinal round appearance in school history. C.G. Finney and Chazy battle it out for a chance to go to the NYS Class D Boys’ Soccer championship. Here’s the breakdown:

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Eastside residents’ lawsuit over High Acres Landfill odors moves closer to trial

PERINTON, N.Y. (WROC) — After nearly eight years of fighting over odors coming from the High Acres Landfill, a group of eastside residents is getting closer to having its day in court. A federal judge has rejected several arguments from Waste Management and New York City seeking to dismiss the residents’ lawsuit, allowing key claims […]

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Joan’s Closet reopens Saturday with free maternity, postpartum and baby clothes

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Joan’s Closet is reopening this Saturday at a new location on South Clinton Avenue. The free clothing closet is now at Kindred Connection and offers maternity, postpartum and baby clothes for sizes from preemie through 24 months. The closet will be open Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Dec. 19. […]

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Holiday Displays Return to George Eastman Museum

Visitors are invited to celebrate the season at the George Eastman Museum as its beloved annual holiday displays have returned and will runthrough Sunday, January 3, 2027. The merry showcase features over 50 cleverly designed and beautifully decorated gingerbread creations, along with dozens of handcrafted wreaths, festive tabletop trees, and diverse mantel displays.

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23rd annual Empty Bowls fundraiser addresses hunger and poverty in Rochester area

Rochester, N.Y. — Catholic Charities Family and Community Services hosted its 23rd annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Thursday to help address hunger and poverty in the Greater Rochester area. Attendees were able to select and keep a handcrafted bowl made by local artists and community members. Organizers said the...

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Upstate New York veterans honored for their service

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A day to honor all who served. Communities across New York stopped on Wednesday to honor our nation’s military veterans with services and luncheons and other events. What Veterans Day means most to many, is that their service and sacrifice is not forgotten. A day...

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Sunrise Smart Start: NY nuclear plan, Microsoft outages

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Friday, November 13, 2026. Weather forecast: Rain snow mix set to linger As the low moves east, rain swings through off and on Thursday. Temperatures are in the lower 40s. We see those numbers fall overnight into […]

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Tracy Briggs leads Fairport mayoral race after write-in count but race still too close to call

FAIRPORT, N.Y. — Tracy Briggs, who launched a write-in campaign after losing the democratic primary, is now leading the race for village mayor in Fairport. The Monroe County Board of Elections tallied write-in votes on Friday and Briggs got 1,295. The party-backed candidate Heidi Woika had 1,252 on election night, which puts her down by […]

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'Cashew' named Purina's Chief Snuggle Officer

Purina announced a local cat named Cashew as its Chief Snuggle Officer, winning a grand prize of $25,000 and a $10,000 donation to the Wyoming County SPCA animal shelter. Cashew, his parents, Alec and Danielle Meyers, and Jackie Pinkowski, Wyoming County SPCA manager, joined ARC Rochester to discuss his big win and the importance of supporting animal rescue.

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Moving in Rochester During Lake-Effect Season: A Winter Move Survival Guide

Rochester is one of the snowiest large cities in the country, with roughly 100 inches of snow in an average winter. Yet life does not wait for spring. Job transfers, home closings, and lease end dates land in January just as often as they do in June. The good news...

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Connors and Ferris Sectional Championship Preview: Rush-Henrietta and Pittsford to duel in Class AA

PITTSFORD PANTHERS (9-1) Saturday, St. John Fisher College, 6:00 pm. How they arrived here: Rush-Henrietta (No. 18 NYSSWA Class AA) had a bye through the first round of sectionals before defeating McQuaid 52-14 to clinch a spot in the title game. Pittsford (No. 22 NYSSWA Class AA) took down Aquinas/Rochester Academy 48-12 and then Fairport 23-7 to earn a chance to win a sectional title.

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GALLERY: Webster Montessori School hosts Miniature Macy's Parade

Penfield, N.Y. — Webster Montessori School hosted its third annual Miniature Macy's Parade on Thursday. The school transformed its gym into a small-scale version of New York City's Herald Square, as students carried miniature floats along the parade route. "They have shown so much creativity, ingenuity," said Jennifer Thornquest,...

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State Semi-final Preview: Churchville-Chili and Bethlehem clash on quest for first NYS title

Churchville-Chili is in the state semifinals for the second consecutive year as the Saints look to extend their unbeaten run to eight en route to the state final. Bethlehem enters undefeated on the season as the Eagles ride an eight-game win streak into their second semi-finals in three seasons. It’s No.1 vs No.2 with a trip to the state final on the line. Here’s the breakdown:

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