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MapQuest rose to #1 in the Apple Store following its decision to retain the name “Lake Ontario.” According to the Apple App Store, MapQuest was listed as the #1 Navigation App and the top eighth overall free app. It was also listed as #2 in the Canada Apple App Store. This surge happened after MapQuest […]
Google Maps on Saturday began displaying “Lake America” instead of “Lake Ontario” for users in the U.S., following President Trump’s executive order renaming the Great Lake. Canadian users will continue to see “Lake Ontario,” while users elsewhere will see both names. Google said the change reflects the U.S. Geographic Names Information System (GNIS), the official […]
President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. government to rename Lake Ontario “Lake America,” amid growing tensions with Canada over trade and tariffs. The change applies only to U.S. federal records. Canada will continue calling it Lake Ontario. Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ in the United States
The Town of Greece is preparing for potential flooding as Lake Ontario water levels rise to about 246.8 feet, nearing the 247.3-foot flood stage. This has sparked concern among lakefront residents, including those along Edgemere Drive. Local officials plan to provide sand and empty bags to help residents protect their properties. Residents are also being […]
A 2.2 magnitude earthquake occurred Wednesday night in Lake Ontario, about 12 miles north of Pulteneyville. According to the USGS, the quake struck at 7:19 p.m. at a depth of 7.9 km, with an epicenter near 43.396°N, 77.175°W. Because of its small magnitude and offshore location, few—if any—people likely felt it. The city of Rochester […]
U.S. Customs and Border Protection may install a surveillance tower in Rochester by 2032 as part of a national border security expansion. The tower would use infrared cameras to monitor a seven-mile radius along Lake Ontario. While some residents support it for safety, others are concerned about privacy. The community remains divided. U.S. Customs plans […]
A recent report found that all Lake Ontario beaches in the Rochester area exceeded healthy levels of bacteria from fecal matter and other pathogens on at least one day in 2024. The study by the Environment New York Research and Policy Center highlighted Charlotte Beach as having the second highest number of unsafe swimming days […]
The U.S. Coast Guard in Rochester marked the start of Boating Safety Week with a safety event at the Port of Rochester, emphasizing the importance of life jackets and vessel readiness. The event, held on Sunday, included participation from other first responders who offered advice on boating safety and conducted vessel examinations. Senior Chief Petty […]
The New York State Department of Health has released an updated fish advisory for 2024, aimed at guiding residents on the frequency and types of fish that are safe to consume from the state’s freshwater sources. The advisory is particularly relevant for those who fish for both food and sport, offering specific information for different […]
A new exhibit is headed to the Rochester Museum & Science Center! The brand new ‘Wonders of Water’ exhibit combines past exhibits with some new experiences, to help visitors learn about Lake Ontario, the Erie Canal, and various water species. Calvin Uzelmeier, director of featured content at RMSC, stated: “It’s a great interactive experience. It’s […]
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