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The Rochester City School District will celebrate Monroe High School on Tuesday after the Red Jackets won the Class B New York State Championship earlier this month. Monroe captured the first state title in RCSD history with a 34–0 win over Sleepy Hollow at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse. Players will visit RCSD’s Central […]
Blossom Road has reopened following a water main break near Ellison Hills Drive in the town of Penfield. The road had been closed between the entrance to Ellison Park and Blossom Road at Browncroft Boulevard. Blossom Road re-opens after water main break
All general hospitals in New York State must now implement formal language assistance programs to help patients with limited English proficiency and those with hearing or vision impairments. The law requires hospitals to appoint coordinators, train staff, document language preferences, post clear signage and provide qualified interpreters. Supporters say the measure will reduce miscommunication, improve […]
If you thought that Romeo & Juliet was a masterpiece back in the day, well, get ready for a side of the story that asks: “What if Juliet didn’t die?” From the moment I walked into the theater, everything—the lighting choices, the music, and the setup of the stage itself—hinted at the amazing show that […]
With frigid temperatures in the 10-day forecast, Monroe County leaders are reminding people about free transportation to warming centers. The county issues “Code Blue” any time temperatures dip below 32 degrees or winter weather conditions pose a serious risk. During that time, RTS bus services offer free transportation to shelters, including the Open Door Mission […]
The Esther Project, in partnership with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, delivers “Christmas Bundles of Love” to families recently transitioned out of homelessness. At the Rochester Police Locust Club, volunteers distribute trees, ornaments, wreaths, and lights to help make new homes festive for the holidays. The Esther Project supports women leaving shelters with transitional housing and resources […]
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
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