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5 Best Restaurants in Rochester, New York You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Rochester, New York — a city where the Genesee River tumbles through old brick mills and lilacs bloom in the spring, where the laughter of college students mingles with the wisdom of old-timers, and the scent of coffee, barbecue, and fresh bread drifts through neighborhoods stitched together by memory and migration. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: grand mansions on East Avenue, sturdy worker’s cottages, and the gentle sprawl of new ambition. Rochester is a city where the snow falls deep and the spirit runs deeper — where families gather at festivals, artists paint the city’s story, and every meal is a celebration of resilience and reinvention.

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Greece man accused of stealing $490K+ from employer

What methods did Robert Tantalo use to conceal his unauthorized purchases?. Why was Robert Tantalo released from custody under conditions?. Rochester, N.Y. — A 43-year-old Greece man is facing federal charges after allegedly stealing nearly half a million dollars from his employer through unauthorized credit card transactions. Robert Tantalo...

Greece, NY · 1d

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Missing children found safe, mother taken into custody, Rochester police say

Rochester, N.Y. — Two children reported missing two weeks ago have been found safe, Captain Greg Bello from the Rochester Police Department announced Friday. Bello previously said Mateo Paul, 7, and his sister, Avaya Paul, 5, were picked up from school Oct. 23 by their mother, Jessenya Rodriguez-Rivera, 30, of Rochester, who does not have custody of them.

Rochester, NY · 1h

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Facebook Marketplace trailer scam leads to sting operation, arrest in Brighton

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — What began as an investigation into a stolen trailer in Brighton led police to uncover an alleged Facebook Marketplace scam, ultimately resulting in the arrest of a man accused of selling stolen trailers online. According to the Brighton Police Department, officers responded to Western Drive on Oct. 14 after receiving a […]

Brighton, NY · 1d

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Man charged with murder, robbery after fatal shooting in Rochester

Rochester, N.Y. — A man faces charges for a fatal shooting during a robbery on the city's northeast side early last year, according to the Rochester Police Department. Jabriel Henderson, 22, was shot and killed Jan. 30, 2025 during a drug-related robbery on Ellison Street, according to police. Henderson appeared to have driven to Ellison Street and pulled to a curb, where at least one suspect approached the vehicle and opened fire before fleeing.

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Long-vacant Crescent Beach property headed to auction

Greece, N.Y. — The long-vacant Crescent Beach restaurant property in Greece is headed to foreclosure auction next month, nearly two years after its former owner agreed to surrender the property as part of a federal fraud case. Eight parcels along Edgemere Drive will be auctioned Dec. 9 at 10...

Greece, NY · 18h

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Stray kittens bite kids, then started foaming at the mouth, parents say Monroe County Health Dept. left them waiting for answers

GREECE, N.Y. — Two children were bitten by stray kittens on Halloween night in a Greece neighborhood, prompting concerns about possible rabies exposure. The kids saw the kittens while trick-or-treating and bent down to pet them, that’s when they were bitten. The next day, their parents tried to rescue the kittens and realized they were […]

Monroe County, NY · 20h

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‘We were supposed to be there’: Hoselton employees save customer’s life with CPR

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – One moment you’re buying a car; the next, you’re watching someone perform chest compressions. That’s what happened over at Hoselton Auto Mall in East Rochester back in August. Two employees sprang into action after a customer collapsed in their parking lot. Mike Parkhurst says he was delivering parts to the Nissan […]

Rochester, NY · 22h

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Write-in ahead in unofficial results for Fairport Mayor

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The write-in line in Fairport’s mayoral race is ahead in the polls, according to results from the Monroe County Board of Elections. With all precincts reporting, the unofficial results indicate write-in with 51.30% of the votes — ahead of Democratic candidate Heidi Woika, who has 48.70% of the votes. The current […]

Fairport, NY · 2d

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Irondequoit neighbors speak out after Halloween weekend parties prompt police response

IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. (WROC) — After Irondequoit police responded to three separate locations to disperse large crowds over Halloween weekend, neighbors are speaking out. According to Town Supervisor John Perticone, Irondequoit police responded to 53 Madison Terrace, 96 Fairlea Drive and a location on Nixon Drive. A neighbor told News 8 they saw more than 100 […]

Irondequoit, NY · 2d

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The new ‘Lonesome Charlie’: Greece Assemblyman Josh Jensen is Monroe County’s only Republican state lawmaker

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — After the worst Election Day for Republicans in New York in 180 years, only one Republican state lawmaker remains in Monroe County. Lonesome Josh “Do you know the old nickname Lonesome Charlie?” Brean asked Assemblyman Josh Jensen.“Yes, I’ve heard it,” Jensen laughed. Assemblyman Jensen has earned a nickname with deep roots in […]

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News10NBC Investigates: 115 Strong patients, 48 Highland patients wait for beds after Waterview Heights closure

The closure of Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rochester forced more than 160 residents to find new homes, making the local nursing home shortage even worse.

Rochester, NY · 21h

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RPD: 14-year-olds charged after fleeing from police during traffic stop

Rochester Police said two 14-year-olds were arrested and are facing charges after fleeing from officers during a traffic stop, ending in a crash at the intersection of Mitchell and Furlong Streets.

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Honeoye Falls Veterinary Hospital Welcomes New Veterinarian

The staff is excited to welcome Dr. Bailee Pipkin to the Honeoye Falls Veterinary Hospital family in November!. Dr. Pipkin is looking forward to getting to know the wonderful clients and their pets as she builds her own patient family at HFVH. Dr. Pipkin will begin seeing patients starting November...

Honeoye Falls, NY · 1d

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MCSO confirms missing Hilton girl was found safe

UPDATE (11/6/2026): Deputies have confirmed the missing teenager has been found safe. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a missing 16-year-old girl from Hilton. According to deputies, she was last seen Thursday, Nov. 5, wearing black sweatpants and a black T-shirt. The Sheriff’s Office said […]

Hilton, NY · 17h

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Perinton supervisor addresses landfill odor

PERINTON, N.Y. (WROC) — In a social media post, the Town of Perinton’s Supervisor, Jen Townsend, addressed persistent concerns about a bad smell coming from the High Acres Landfill. Townsend says the odor has been particularly noticeable lately, and many residents are frustrated. While periodic odor is unavoidable at an active landfill, this issue is […]

Perinton, NY · 1d

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RTS announces end of RTS On Demand; other service changes

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On Wednesday, Regional Transit Service (RTS) announced several service changes in the Rochester area. The transportation company says it will eliminate RTS on Demand in Monroe County, citing high costs, inefficiency, unreliability, and low customer use. The service reportedly cost the company 6.5 times more per customer than regular bus routes. […]

Rochester, NY · 2d

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Gillett Rd. bridge above Erie Canal closing at the end of the month

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Gillett Road state-owned bridge above the Erie Canal will close at the end of the month. Ogden Town Supervisor Mike Zale said that the canal bridge will close for repairs. He clarified that this is not the CSX overpass bridge, but the state-owned one. The New York State Department of […]

Rochester, NY · 4h

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