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After receiving $4.1 million in funding from the Homeless Housing Assistance Program, the YWCA of Rochester and Monroe County has announced a new warming shelter for the winter. The brand new shelter is called Persimmon Place and is located at 35 Ardmore Street in Rochester. It’s open 24 hours a day, seven days a week […]
The Red Wings are gearing up to host an exclusive event for viewing the upcoming total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. “SOLARPALOOZA” aka the event promises an array of attractions, including a live performance by The Skycoasters. Attendees can enjoy a range of activities from arts and crafts to face painting. There will also […]
Greece is opening a new fitness center located next to the town hall on Vince Tofany Boulevard. The Center is free for residents and does not include the new wellness center. Non-residents do not have access to the wellness center but can sign up for a basic membership for a fee. Source: 13 Wham
Starting this weekend, January will demonstrate its strength, signaling that the toughest part of winter is still to come. A strong and intense low-pressure system is set to move just northwest of Rochester tonight. The Finger Lakes region will experience strong and gusty southeast winds, with gusts ranging from 50 to 60 mph. These conditions […]
If you are planning on being out Friday evening and 531 is in your route, you might need to take a different way. The New York State Department of Transportation announced 531 West will close between Manitou Road and Union Street overnight Friday (left lane will close at 6pm, with both lanes closing at 9 […]
Under a new proposal by Governor Kathy Hochul, pregnant people in New York would have 40 hours of paid leave to attend prenatal medical appointments. Gov. Hochul’s proposal also includes waiving copays and other out-of-pocket costs for pregnancy-related benefits for New Yorkers enrolled in certain health plans, and also wants the state to provide funding […]
Chipotle lovers, it’s time to celebrate! Chipotle has opened its first location in Brighton today. The restaurant is located at 2735 Monroe Avenue, featuring a “Chipotlane”drive-thru pickup lane. Source: 13 Wham
The Rochester police partnered with the Rochester City School District, the Central Library of Rochester, and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement to provide free child identification kits. These complimentary kits, designed for children aged 4-18, consist of inkless fingerprinting, medical details, and DNA information. They serve as a comprehensive resource, enabling individuals to […]
A recently proposed bill in Albany aims to mandate that all food service spots at New York State Thruway rest stops remain operational every day of the week. This proposal directly clashes with Chick-fil-A’s practice of closing on Sundays. Currently, there are seven Chick-fil-A outlets along the New York State Thruway, with plans for the […]
To make holiday travel a bit easier, construction is finally complete for the season on State Route 390 in Greece and Gates. This was part of an ongoing $18 million highway and bridge rehabilitation project that began last year. According to the New York State Department of Transportation, additional pavement rehabilitation work is expected next […]
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