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A photo radar SUV parked at a highway construction site on I-490 has issued numerous speeding tickets, catching drivers by surprise. One driver, Jim Blatt, received five tickets, all from the same location where the speed limit changes from 40 to 55 mph. Blatt, unaware of the 40 mph limit, described it as “an expensive […]
Rochester’s Norton Village Park Playground unveiled its $500,000 renovation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Mayor Malik Evans. Emphasizing the importance of quality play spaces, Evans highlighted that the improvements make the park safer and more enjoyable for children. The nearly year-long project introduced slip-resistant surfaces, additional shade, and new swings, relocating the playground for […]
Isaiah Weathers, a 34-year-old recently paroled for prior carjacking and robbery convictions, was arrested following an assault in the Rochester General Hospital parking lot. Weathers is accused of attacking a woman, choking her for several minutes, and stealing her car. Police responded to the scene around 9:30 a.m. and later spotted the stolen vehicle, leading […]
Three Rochester residents were arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop in St. Lawrence County, New York. The St. Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office reported that Eban Sternia, Javier Gonzalez, and Brooke Johnston were stopped on State Route 37 in Morristown. A search of the vehicle uncovered nine ounces of cocaine and three ounces of […]
The ROC Your Job initiative has expanded into a year-long after-school employment program, announced Monday. Supported by $3.9 million from New York State’s youth employment program, the initiative aims to connect teens in underserved neighborhoods with job opportunities. Last year, over 300 students participated, and with the expansion, nearly 350 teens are expected to benefit. […]
The Gregory E. Polisseni Living Hope Treatment Center in Rochester, NY, is now offering 24/7 services for individuals seeking substance use recovery care. The center provides vital support, resources, and programs to aid individuals at the beginning of their recovery journey. Jason Teller, Director of Detoxification, emphasized that addiction is a constant battle, not confined […]
Jamie Jo Busch, 53, is accused of strangling her sister, Penny Busch, in her home in Honeoye Falls, New York, on October 8, 2024, according to court documents. Police allege Jamie disposed of three cell phones in a dumpster and dumped her sister’s body in the Genesee River between October 8 and October 12. Penny […]
Seneca Park Zoo is hosting the “Afterhours Spooktacular” event now through Sunday, October 20th, offering a fun and spooky evening for families of all ages. The event, which begins after the zoo’s regular hours, will feature activities such as pumpkin carving demonstrations, trick-or-treating, storytelling, Halloween crafts, and more. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to […]
Fox’s Deli in Brighton and the House of Guitars in Irondequoit have both been nominated for the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry. Fox’s Deli, originally opened by Irving Fox in 1943 with roots dating back to 1929, is known for its traditional Jewish recipes and loyal customer base. Current owner Alex Rhinewald expressed […]
A design firm has been selected to develop plans for the new High Falls State Park in downtown Rochester. The contract has been awarded to OLIN, a landscape architecture and urban design firm, which will collaborate with several local firms, including Highland Planning, LiRo Engineers, TY Lin, Trophy Point, and Flaum Management. While some remediation […]