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As the temperatures continue to drop, Rochester city and Monroe County leaders shared some new resources for folks struggling to stay warm. In Rochester when temperatures drop below 32 degrees, a “Code Blue” is enacted. This means additional services are offered to protect folks from the frigid temps. This year, those opportunities are expanding. “So, […]
David Bond, a lifelong resident of Henrietta, New York, and recent retiree from the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), is set to appear as a contestant on “Jeopardy!” this Thursday, December 5, 2024. The episode will air at 7:30 p.m. on WROC. Tune in to support him and witness his performance. Source: Rochester First
Josh Allen scored a receiving touchdown on a pass he threw in his latest do-everything performance, and the Buffalo Bills clinched their fifth straight AFC East title with a 35-10 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on a snowy Sunday night. Allen had touchdowns passing, rushing and receiving, becoming the first quarterback and seventh player […]
Travelers heading home from Thanksgiving face severe weather challenges as an Arctic blast grips the U.S., bringing the coldest temperatures since last winter. The National Weather Service warns of dangerous wind chills, subfreezing temperatures, and heavy lake-effect snow across large portions of the country. Temperatures will drop to single digits in the northern Plains, with […]
Traffic Alert: Due to heavy lake-effect snow, I-90 westbound is closed from Exit 59 (Dunkirk–Fredonia–NY Route 60) to the Pennsylvania state line. Additionally, a ban on tandem trucks and empty commercial vehicles is in effect from Exit 53 (Buffalo–Canada–Niagara Falls–I-190) to the PA state line. Motorists should expect delays and consider alternate routes. Rochester Area: […]
Assemblyman Demond Meeks in conjunction with members of the Divine Nine took to the streets of Rochester, NY to distribute hundreds of pairs of socks to homeless populations and others in need. Special Thanks to : The Sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. The Sisters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. The Sisters of […]
Monroe County has successfully transitioned all asylum-seeking families housed in a local hotel since July into their own apartments, according to the Ibero American Action League. The organization reports that 130 families have been integrated into the community, with 70 more expected to arrive over the next two years. Families will be directly assigned apartments […]
The City of Rochester is working to turn around a recent shortage of lifeguards with a new program to train them. The Lifeguard Development Program will kick off on December 2 at indoor city pools, ensuring the lifeguards will be certified in time for summer. “We’re encouraging students that have some trouble with their swimming […]
New York City has introduced a significant change to its trash collection system: all residential buildings with fewer than 10 units must now use covered bins instead of leaving plastic bags on the sidewalk. The initiative, which began on November 12, is part of Mayor Eric Adams’ war on the city’s rat problem and aims […]
The Harley School’s “Beyond Soup Club” is making a big difference in Rochester this holiday season. Led by high school students Mary Muller and Luna Clark, the club raises funds through bake sales to prepare and distribute homemade meals like chili, mac salad, and cornbread. These meals are donated to organizations like St. Peter’s Kitchen, […]
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