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GALLERY: Chick-fil-A celebrates grand opening in Penfield
What role did the public meeting play in the Penfield location debate?. Penfield, N.Y. — Chick-fil-A is celebrating the grand opening of its newest location in the Rochester area. The restaurant opened Thursday morning on Route 250 just north of Route 441 in Penfield. The company said the location...
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‘She needs our help’: Local 12-year-old girl faces setback in search for service dog
FARMINGTON, N.Y. (WROC) – A 12-year-old girl from Farmington who has beat the odds in nearly every way now faces a seemingly impossible challenge: finding a service dog to support her everyday needs. According to the family of Alle Beavers, her life has been anything but easy. At birth, she was diagnosed with sodium channel […]
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The place to find Kodak’s hand grenade and a USS Rochester porthole
Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — Have you been to the restaurant Good Luck on Anderson Avenue in Rochester? If so, did you know that one floor above you is a military museum that rivals any in the country? The Military History Society of Rochester, under the guidance of Chuck Bayliss, has collected and displayed thousands of […]
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Survive the Sanatorium Returns for a Second Season of Immersive Horror
For six nights this October, the historic Murray Hill Campus in Mount Morris assumes a decidedly darker atmosphere as the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) brings back its haunted house experience, Survive the Sanatorium: The Blood Ward. Now in its second season, the event invites visitors into an...
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Rochester's hotel desert; celebrating 'Open Turnings' host Scott Regan; 'You Can See Everything'
It's our weekly news roundup. The city of Rochester is short hotel rooms. That's according to Deputy Mayor Michael Burns. As reported by WXXI's Brian Sharp, the 2020 closure of the Rochester Riverside hotel and the more recent shutdown of the Wyndham has left a dearth of rooms. Meanwhile, the Hyatt Regency is slated for a $16 million renovation — a "positive note" amid the other hotels' uncertain futures, according to the Hyatt's general manager. What does the future hold? And how many rooms does Rochester need to support local travel and tourism? We talk to Sharp about the latest with downtown development. In studio:
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GALLERY: New playground opens at MLK Park in downtown Rochester
Rochester, N.Y. — The City of Rochester cut the ribbon Thursday on a new playground in the heart of downtown. The playground is located at Martin Luther King Jr. Park at the corner of Manhattan Square Drive and Adventure Place, across the street from The Strong National Museum of Play.
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Up the Mountain and Down the Trail
Grandfather from Rochester plans to celebrate his 75th birthday climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this January. While others in his age group relax in their living rooms, Reinhard Gsellmeier looks forward to assaulting Mount Kilimanjaro this January. “I think it would be a nice peak to climb,” the 74-year-old married grandfather said,...
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Journalist Greg O'Brien on living with Alzheimer's
It's a question journalist Greg O'Brien has been answering for nearly two decades. O'Brien was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2009 at age 59. In his book, “On Pluto: Inside the Mind of Alzheimer’s,” he chronicles his own disease. O'Brien will be in Rochester for an event at St. John's, but first, he joins us on "Connections" to tell his story and to share what he wants the public to know about living with the disease. We also talk with local neurologist Dr. David Gill about the latest in Alzheimer's research and treatment.
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Best ways to celebrate Halloween!
With Halloween coming up this weekend, there will be a number of ways to celebrate. One of the most popular ways is by heading out to a party, which is a great way to dress up and have a fun night out with your friends! That said, parties are not for everyone. Not to worry, though! If you are not a fan of parties, The Lamron can suggest plenty of fun ways to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.
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Pest control expert on how to rodent-proof your home this fall & winter
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC)- The temperatures are dropping, and you’re not the only one looking for a warm place to go. Rodents like mice, rats, and even insects may be looking to move into your home this fall and winter. Christopher Gonzalez with Rochester Pest Pro has advice on keeping intruders out of your home. “Those […]
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What Is Water That Is Safe To Drink Referred To As?
Each morning on the show, we play Dumber Than The Show Trivia for a cash prize. Today, Vince in Rochester, NY took on Steve on a $100 round of the game. Watch the clip below to find out if the pot increases, or if it resets to $100.
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Moving pictures: meet four Rochester natives who dance onstage and onscreen
Jasmine Harper has danced with the stars. From Jennifer Lopez and Ciara to Usher and Ne-Yo, Harper has shared the stage with prominent artists, but her “I made it” moment came when she was asked to tour with Beyoncé. “She’s amazing — the ultimate professional,” said Harper, a Henrietta native. “Seeing her give 125% every […] The post Moving pictures: meet four Rochester natives who dance onstage and onscreen appeared first on CITY Magazine. Arts. Music. Culture. .
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Travelin' Toms: the coffee truck that comes to you
Travelin' Toms Coffee joins the ARC Rochester crew... The specialty coffee truck comes to you and serves all kinds of delicious drinks and food. Travelin' Tomes Coffee Truck Owner Nichole Nitti joins ARC Rochester to share their various coffees and teas, and discuss the various events Travlin' Toms Coffee attends including, weddings, school and work events, and festivals.
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2nd Mummies Night Out Brings Rochester Moms Together
A little Halloween fun, a lot of laughter, and time just for moms! Rochester Mom Collective hosted its second annual Mummies Night Out sponsored by Frintz on October 22 at Kin Event Space, bringing local moms together for an evening of friendship and festive fun. Our team greet guests who...
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New tool maps Rochester’s downtown art with self-guided walking tours
Rochester, N.Y. — City officials unveiled the new Art Around: Downtown tool on Thursday to highlight artwork in Rochester. The tool includes self-guided walking tours and interactive guides that connect the community and visitors with Rochester's art and culture. "It is designed to strengthen the arts ecosystem, improve access...