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Events at Blue Cross Arena just got tastier (well, if you’re a Chick-Fil-A fan). Downtown Rochester is now home to the first Chick-fil-A at an indoor venue in New York State. The new stand is set to premiere today during the Amerks’ season opener. The menu will feature chicken sandwiches and waffle chips, with plans […]
The Town of Irondequoit proudly introduced two additions to its vehicle fleet. One of these is a bus dedicated to transporting seniors to and from the community center for different activities. Additionally, a new street sweeper was displayed to aid in road maintenance, including paving, oil, and stone tasks. These vehicles were funded by the […]
The town of Webster has announced that the new lakeside park, Sandbar Park (302 Lake Rd), will be completed by next month! Features of the park are a play zone, boat launch, and a general park space, complemented by walkways and sidewalks. As construction is still underway, these areas remain off-limits to visitors.It remains unclear […]
A historic landmark to our south is on the verge of revival. Funderburk Enterprises, a New York-based firm, has unveiled plans to renovate the iconic Jell-O factory in LeRoy, with intentions to transform it into a distillery.This factory was once the birthplace of Jell-O treats back in the 1960s. To jumpstart the Oatka Distillery, a […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Monroe County Executive Adam Bello, alongside Mayor Malik Evans, collaborated with the community at the Willow Domestic Violence Center to discuss the matter, which frequently extends to violence outside the household. Mayor Evans stated: “I am so very concerned with the numbers that I see regularly. I read […]
Rochester Regional Health is embracing innovative technology to assist its healthcare professionals. The robot named “Moxi” has been introduced at RRH, revolutionizing the delivery of medical supplies. At Unity Hospital, eight Moxi robots are already operational, saving staff approximately 200 hours weekly by transporting goods and drugs throughout the facility. Currently, RRH stands as the […]
Fox is marking the comeback of “Kitchen Nightmares” with a unique twist. This weekend, in specific regions including Rochester, the network introduces “culinary-themed destruction rooms and knife-tossing events.” In partnership with iSmash Rochester in Henrietta, Fox is setting up a kitchen-inspired wreck room. Guests can shatter plates, glasses, and more, all while being immersed in […]
Experience the vibrant hues of fall in Western New York like never before! Next month, the New York Museum of Transportation in Rush will introduce an electric trolley car ride through the scenic Genesee River valley. These 20-minute journeys are scheduled for Sundays – Oct. 8, 15, and 29. Your museum ticket covers the ride, […]
Monroe County celebrated the inauguration of a new facility for the Deaf Refugee Advocacy Group in recognition of Deaf Awareness Month. Situated at Sibley Square, this new hub offers American sign language workshops, job preparation, and essential life skill sessions, complemented by social gatherings for newcomers. Diana Pryntz, the founder and executive director of the […]
The Strong National Museum of Play introduces a special promotion to boost visits. Beginning this week, visitors can enjoy a 50% discount on entry fees from 4-8 p.m. every Friday until year’s end. However, on October 20, the museum will not be open due to the yearly Play Ball fundraising event. Regular hours for the […]
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