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A two-alarm fire is currently being fought at the Uneeda Tire Shop on Hudson Avenue. The Rochester Fire Department reported seeing two tractor-trailers and a pile of tires on fire. Over 40 firefighters are on scene. The cause of the fire is unknown, and no injuries have been reported. The shop also experienced a fire […]
Marketplace Mall is closing all remaining interior stores by year’s end, while exterior-entrance businesses stay open. After years of major closures and decline, Wilmorite says it has large pending redevelopment deals for the mall’s interior, and town officials confirm confidential discussions are underway. https://www.whec.com/top-news/im-not-happy-jewelry-store-owner-among-handful-of-businesses-forced-to-vacate-henriettas-marketplace-mall-by-new-years-eve/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=onsite&utm_campaign=recommended
MonroeAlert is the County’s and city of Rochester’s new emergency notification system that delivers alerts about critical situations through text, email, phone call, or mobile app. These include public safety incidents, severe weather, travel restrictions, and shelter information. “This new system is faster, smarter, and it’s built for today’s modern world,” said County Executive Adam […]
Rochester’s Own & Edison Tech Grad Marquan Grimes Plays Football for the Mansfield Mountaineers and today they are playing in PSAC Football Championship Game at 1pm vs. Army. It’s 2025 Senior Day & Military Veterans Appreciation Game. You can watch the steam here starting at 12:45 p.m. Source: PSAC
Councilmember Martin and VOCAL-NY announced an Emergency Family Support Grant designed to provide assistance to families impacted by the federal government’s failure to provide food assistance to families. Through this initiative, 25 families will each receive a one-time $200 grant for food and nutritional needs. The initiative aims to support families at risk of food […]
The government shutdown is now causing significant disruptions to air travel. The FAA says it will cut flights at some airports starting Friday. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says this is about seeing where delays are and working to relieve that pressure. Flight data shows there were nearly 4,000 domestic and international delays yesterday along with […]
Three iconic toys—Battleship, Slime, and Trivial Pursuit—have been inducted into the Toy Hall of Fame at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY. These toys were selected from a shortlist of 12 finalists that included classics like Connect Four, Spirograph, and Tickle Me Elmo, which did not make the cut this year. This […]
Incumbent Mayor Malik D. Evans won re-election Tuesday, securing a second term after defeating Conservative Party candidate Louis Sabo. Voters in Rochester went to the polls Tuesday for the 2025 mayoral and city council elections. Evans had earlier overcome Democratic challenger Mary Lupien in the party primary. Incumbent Malik D. Evans ran for a second term, emphasizing […]
New York State has launched its annual holiday donation drive, encouraging residents to donate unwrapped toys, coats, school supplies, and food. In Rochester, the three drop-off points are: The New York State Police HQ on Scottsville Road The NYS Department of Transportation on Jefferson Road 259 Monroe Avenue The drive runs through December 5, with […]
Roc Holiday Village is gaining national recognition again, with nominations for Best Ice Skating Rink and Best Holiday Market in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Last year, the Rochester-based festival ranked third and sixth respectively. Now in its 7th year, the event will open December 5 with new offerings including trivia nights and […]
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