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The 2025 Special Olympics New York Winter Games officially kicked off in Rochester with an exciting opening ceremony at the Riverside Convention Center on Friday night. Nearly 900 athletes and coaches gathered to celebrate and prepare for a weekend of competition across Monroe County. Athletes will compete in seven sports, including cross-country skiing, figure skating, […]
Monroe County and the City of Rochester have implemented a nurse navigator program to address the healthcare crisis. Launched in January 2022, the program allows 911 callers with non-life-threatening issues to speak with a nurse navigator instead of automatically receiving an ambulance. This optional service aims to optimize emergency response resources. While the program is […]
The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office has launched an investigation into Irondequoit Town Supervisor Andrae Evans following allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct. DA Sandra Doorley will review the findings of an investigative report that accuses Evans of making inappropriate remarks to a female employee and violating the town’s anti-harassment policies. The report also includes […]
Hospitals in Rochester, including Strong Hospital at URMC, are operating beyond capacity, with more than 120% of licensed beds occupied. Due to the surge in flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases, some patients are receiving care in hallways as hospital staff struggle to manage the influx. Dr. Michael Apostolakos of URMC reported over 30 flu patients […]
Influenza cases in Monroe County have surged by 51%, with 1,060 cases reported for the week ending January 18, alongside 84 hospitalizations. Statewide, cases rose 46%, totaling 48,291. This season is peaking later than in the previous two years, leading to capacity challenges in local hospitals due to concurrent outbreaks of RSV and COVID. During […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Influenza cases in Monroe County have risen sharply, with a 51% increase reported for the week ending January 18, according to the New York State Flu Tracker. The county recorded 1,060 cases and 84 hospitalizations, contributing to a statewide surge of 48,291 cases, up 46%. This flu season, peaking later than […]
Monroe County residents are encouraged to join the fun at Winterfest 2025, happening this Saturday, January 25, at Mendon Ponds Park. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering a variety of winter activities for all ages. The festivities begin at 10 a.m. with the brand-new Hot Cocoa Races, which include a […]
Rochester and Monroe County are in “Code Blue” when temperatures drop below 32 degrees. When there is a “Code Blue” there are warming centers for people who don’t have a warm place to go. RTS provides free transportation to the warming centers from any bus stop or via RTS Connect. The centers are open 24/7 […]
Monroe County is launching the Monroe County Land Bank Corporation (MCLBC) to revitalize vacant properties and create affordable housing. County Executive Adam Bello and other leaders announced the initiative, which will use $1 million in federal ARPA funding. The program aims to improve unsafe conditions at these sites and play a crucial role in restoring […]
The Seneca Park Zoo in Rochester, NY, shared details about its upcoming $100 million Tropics Exhibit and entry plaza project, which will complete Phase II of the zoo’s capital improvements. County Executive Adam Bello announced that CambridgeSeven, a national architecture firm, will design the project, which includes a 22,000-square-foot entry plaza with education, classroom, and […]
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