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Rochester man arrested, accused of threatening to kill law enforcement officers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Rochester man was arrested and accused of threatening federal law enforcement in messages sent to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to prosecutors, Eric Anthony, 27, sent an email to the ATF Thursday criticizing gun laws, the ATF, FBI, Monroe County Sheriff’s […]
Two charged in alleged assault of security guard at La Grange Park in Rochester
Following an alleged assault on a city of Rochester security guard at La Grange Park on Monday, two individuals have been charged, according to Rochester police. The incident unfolded around 8:30 p.m. when a security guard approached four individuals parked in a vehicle and informed them of the park's closing. Despite directives to vacate, the occupants refused, according to police.
Man charged after woman stabbed with apparent machete on Dewey Avenue
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A man is charged with attempted murder after a woman was stabbed with an apparent machete during a domestic incident on Dewey Avenue. The stabbing happened the night of Thursday, April 18 between Burling and Benwell roads. When Rochester Police arrived, they found the woman with life-threatening injuries. She was rushed to Strong Hospital where medical staff treated her.
Verona Street animal shelter expanding to daily operations
Rochester, N.Y. — As of this weekend, the Verona Street animal shelter will temporarily be open seven days a week. Beginning Friday, the shelter will be open to the public every day of the week from noon-4 p.m., with appointments ending at 3:30. The shelter is currently closed on...
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of ‘Horrific’ Murder Of Missing Woman In Upstate New York
"This was a pure exhibition of evil." A missing woman was found dismembered in the Hudson Valley. An Ulster County man is arraigned on an eight-count indictment linking him to the killing and dismembering of a woman. Kerhonkson, New York Accused Of Violent Murder In Ulster County. Damon Foy, 50,...
Popular Henrietta restaurant robbed at gunpoint, employees tied up by suspect
The BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse in Henrietta was robbed by a masked, armed suspect overnight Friday, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies responded to the restaurant on Jefferson Road on Friday morning at 3:42 a.m., according to a press release. An investigation found that a suspect wearing a ski mask jumped over a fence outside the restaurant at 12:58 a.m., and remained near a kitchen exit door for several hours.
RPD: Man arrested, found with machete and two hang guns
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – One man arrested after Rochester Police responded to Cedarwood Terrace near Kingston Street for the report of a man threatening people with a machete and handgun Monday Night. Officers say 40-year-old Sika Mbongo exited a house and was safely taken into custody. Police recovered a...
Taxi driver shot and killed during carjacking on Bay Street
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A taxi driver was found dead following a carjacking on Bay Street early Monday morning, according to the Rochester Police Department. Police identified the victim Monday evening as David Treese III, 45. Officers said a driver found Treese on the side of the road and called 911 at 4:18 a.m. He […]
Family Self-Sufficiency Program holds graduation ceremony
Sixteen people are now ready for the next phase of their lives, after graduating from a five-year program with Rochester Housing Authority. READ MORE: https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/family-self-sufficiency-program-holds-graduation-ceremony/
Rochester Deaf Kitchen delivers 100,000 pounds of food in six months
Rochester, N.Y. - A local food pantry has delivered on its promise. The Rochester Deaf Kitchen, in partnership with Foodlink and the Rochester School for the Deaf, has delivered 100,000 pounds of food to the deaf community in just six months. The non-profit was formed to address hunger and food...
Summer Soul Music Festival 2024 lineup: See who's performing
The sweet sounds of soul, hip hop, gospel and rock will fill city streets later this summer. Tickets are on sale for the 29th Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival, set for Saturday, Aug. 24, at Innovative Field Downtown. Mayor Malik D. Evans in a news release called the event "one...
Part of I-390 to close for construction this week
Drivers who use Interstate 390 to go through Brighton and Henrietta will want to find an alternate route this week. Starting Monday night through Thursday, April 25, a section of the expressway will close from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. This closure will impact the stretch between Exit 14 and...
Lollypop Farm asking for help after more than 100 dogs rescued
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – In a significant rescue operation, Lollypop Farm recently took in over 100 dogs from a single home in Rochester, pushing its facilities to their limits. The humane society, forced to act after conditions at the home on Leopard Street were deemed unacceptable, executed a search warrant last Tuesday. The rescued dogs, which include puppies as young as two weeks old and fully grown adults, are now in urgent need of care and support.
Arrest made in deadly stabbing on South Clinton Ave. in Rochester
An arrest has been made in connection with a fatal stabbing outside a Rochester apartment complex, according to Rochester police. Mark Burdick, 54, of Clifton Springs, has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of 53-year-old Myron Fair outside Pinnacle Place apartments at 919 S. Clinton Ave. On April...
Overnight Robbery at Scottsville Gas Station
A Marathon gas station on Scottsville Road was robbed around 1:30am on Tuesday morning. Nobody was injured in the robbery. Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or Crime Stoppers at (585) 423-9300.
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