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Construction professionals will gather Thursday at the Monroe County Fleet Center for the 28th annual Rochester Careers in Construction Day. More than 1,200 local students are expected to attend and explore training programs, apprenticeships, and career opportunities in the construction industry. The event will feature more than 55 exhibitors, including employers, construction unions, and training […]
New York State officially assumed ownership of the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Monday, marking a major milestone for the Buffalo Bills’ new home and the completion of Western New York’s largest construction project. Ownership was transferred to the state from Erie County. Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz said that for the first […]
Spring construction season is ramping up, bringing more Department of Transportation workers onto the roads. Officials are using National Work Zone Awareness Week to remind drivers to slow down, move over, and stay alert in work zones. In 2025, there were over 360 crashes in DOT work zones, causing dozens of injuries and two deaths. […]
Construction on 590 near Monroe Avenue has begun, bringing lane reductions, ramp closures, and longer commutes. The $51.5 million project will replace aging bridges and improve safety, but delays are expected through 2028. While it may frustrate drivers and impact local businesses, many agree the upgrades are long overdue. People react to 590 construction project
Source: News10NBC (WHEC) Published: March 20, 2026 Governor Kathy Hochul announced that major construction will begin soon on a $51.5 million project to replace and rehabilitate bridges along Interstate 590 in the Town of Brighton, Monroe County. The project replaces two bridges carrying I-590 over Monroe Avenue and rehabilitates two spans over Allens Creek Road. […]
The historic Hotel Cadillac in downtown Rochester is being converted into 42 affordable apartments, with construction beginning in 2026 and applications opening in 2027. The project is funded in part by a $1.1 million approval from City Council. Tenants will be selected through a lottery system, factoring in income, background, and credit. Interested renters can […]
Westbound West Main Street in Downtown Rochester is closed between State and Fitzhugh Streets for building improvements involving a crane. The closure began Wednesday and is expected to last until Saturday, July 19, weather permitting. Drivers should follow posted detours. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/weather/traffic/part-of-w-main-street-closed-until-mid-july-due-to-construction/
The New York State Department of Transportation will reduce lanes on State Route 104 in Monroe County between Culver Road and Lake Avenue starting Monday, May 19, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., through August 30. Eastbound paving begins in Rochester, with ramp closures and detours in place. Drivers are urged to slow down in […]
Overnight expressway closure Route 390 this week until July 20th. Everything should be back to normal Friday night July 21st. Wednesday, July 19 State Route 390 southbound on ramp from Ridgeway Avenue State Route 390 northbound on ramp from Lexington Avenue Thursday, July 20 State Route 390 northbound on ramp from Lexington Avenue State Route […]
The weather is warming up which means construction season is full steam ahead! With that comes delays and slow traffic because of the work zones. So be prepared to slow down. New York State Police are reminding drivers to use caution and slow down in work zones. Operation Hard Hat is in effect so police […]
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