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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 · 3d

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Monroe County hosts 5th annual Veterans Day Parade

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Monroe County’s fifth annual Veterans Day Parade was held Saturday in Rochester at the corner of Highland Avenue and S Goodman Street. The parade strolled to the Greater Rochester Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Gary Beikirch Park on South Avenue. The family-friendly parade had marching units, veterans service organizations, high-ranking active-duty service […]

Monroe County, NY · 1d

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Veterans Day Discount at Tops

Tops Friendly Markets will honor those who have served our country with an 11 percent discount on groceries this Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Now in its 13th year, the program has provided more than $1 million in savings to military personnel and their families. The discount will be...

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Livingston County deer tests positive for deadly disease not seen in NY since 2005

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Chronic wasting disease has been detected in a wild deer in Livingston County, marking the first occurrence of the disease in a wild deer in New York state since 2005. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed the detection in November 2026, prompting the agency to establish a […]

Livingston County, NY · 2d

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Chronic Wasting Disease confirmed in Livingston County Town of Sparta

DEC has confirmed Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a wild deer harvested in the Town of Sparta, Livingston County. DEC is implementing its CWD Response Plan to assess the extent of the disease and take steps to limit its spread. Hunters in the containment area, which includes the towns of...

Livingston County, 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 […]

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Slossar Receives Hamlin’s Extra Mile Award

The Town of Hamlin presented Tim Slossar with its Extra Mile Award on October 28, expressing deep appreciation for his leadership, contributions, and service. Slossar received the award in recognition of his commitment and dedication to the Hamlin community through his volunteer work with the Hamlin Fire Department, Fire Exempts, and Wheel Fest Committee.

Hamlin, NY · 2d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

Rochester disabled riders face fewer options as RTS On Demand phaseout starts in January

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Some members of Rochester’s disabled community are preparing for changes as Rochester Transit Service plans to end its On Demand service starting early next year. News10NBC’s Tom Kowalski spoke with riders who rely on the service for work and appointments. RTS leaders said they have to cancel On Demand because it takes […]

Rochester, NY · 3d

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Churchville Halloween Parade Returns to the Streets

The annual Churchville Halloween Parade was a howling success, with a large crowd of Halloween tricksters gathering for an unforgettable night. Hundreds of local children, parents, and community members showed up in creative and spooky costumes, turning the village streets into a lively display of ghosts, superheroes, and fairy-tale characters. Churchville Volunteer Fire Police 4C-12 and Fire Department Rescue 428 led the procession.

Churchville, NY · 2d

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Ogden Unveils Historical Marker Commemorating World War II Aircraft Watchtower

The Town of Ogden held a dedication ceremony on Friday, October 30, to unveil a new historical marker on Coolidge Avenue in Spencerport, commemorating the site of a World War II-era aircraft watchtower staffed by local civilian volunteers. During World War II, civilian volunteers staffed the watchtower around the clock,...

Spencerport, NY · 2d

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Rochester teachers’ union president cites class consolidations; more staff departures

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The president of the Rochester teachers union says the departure rate among teachers in city schools is ‘worse than ever.’ As a result, RTA president Adam Urbanski said the district is consolidating classes in some schools. The union is currently in the middle of negotiations with leaders of the Rochester City […]

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Seneca Park Zoo hosts first Military Appreciation Day with veteran services

The Seneca Park Zoo will host more than 20 veteran-serving agencies on Sunday for its first-ever Military Appreciation Day.

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Share & Care at the Greece Public Library

The Greece Public Library invites the community to Share & Care to help bring warmth and comfort to others during the winter months. The library is partnering with ROC Made with Love for its Fall Share & Care Blanket Squares Project, which runs through December 31. To participate, knit or crochet 9″ × 9″ blanket squares in any color, style, or pattern. The squares must be made with machine-washable yarn. Drop off completed squares at the Main Information Desk.

Greece, NY · 2d

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ROC City Compost Pumpkin Give Back offers Tuesday and Saturday drop-offs at 4 locations

The 4th Annual Roc City Compost Pumpkin Give Back is encouraging residents to recycle their pumpkins instead of sending them to the landfill.

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Citizen Action says work isn’t done post midterm election

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Citizen Action of New York hosted a rally in downtown Rochester at the Liberty Pole following this year’s Midterm Election. The rally is Citizen Action’s effort to ensure newly elected leaders deliver for working people. Those in attendance also pushing for relief for people who were hurting before cuts to SNAP […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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As state moves away from Regents exams, RCSD expands career and college readiness efforts

A new statewide framework for high school graduation requirements is in a transition period, and the Rochester City School District is making moves to meet the moment.

Rochester, NY · 3d

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Genesee Valley BOCES gets $489,352 federal grant for rural distance learning

The Genesee Valley Board of Cooperative Educational Services has received a $489,352 grant from USDA Rural Development to expand distance learning for 5,336 rural students in Genesee, Livingston and Wyoming counties. The money comes through the federal Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program. According to USDA Rural Development, educators will use

Wyoming County, NY · 1d

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Alexander streambank project gets $150,000 to protect sewer line and Tonawanda Creek

An eroding bank along Tonawanda Creek is close to exposing the main sewer line for the Village of Alexander’s municipal wastewater system. The Genesee County Soil and Water Conservation District has received $150,000 in state funding to fix it. The Tonawanda Creek Streambank Stabilization project will shore up the bank

Alexander, NY · 1d

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Goodwill opens largest regional store on Hylan Dr.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Goodwill of the Finger Lakes opened its biggest store in the region today. Goodwill moved its Jefferson Avenue location to the former Value City Furniture on Hylan Drive, right across from the former Marketplace Mall. The new store includes 31,000 square feet of retail space and another 15,000 square feet set […]