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Kitana Kendrick, 30, was killed by a stray bullet while riding with her boyfriend during an Uber drop-off in Rochester. Her grieving mother, Nadine Dukes, described Kendrick as her “mini-me” and a deeply loyal person. The tragedy unfolded as Dukes received news of her daughter’s death while caring for her grandmother in hospice. Family members […]
The U.S. Postal Service is holding job fairs throughout November in several Western New York locations to hire for open positions. Locations include the Arcade Post Office, Rochester’s Processing & Distribution Center, Genesee County Career Center in Batavia, and Canandaigua Post Office. Job seekers must be 18 or older and available to work weekends and […]
As winter nears, several local donation drives aim to support underserved residents. The Hooked Fish Market and RCSD No. 9 are running a coat drive through Nov. 20. The NYS Office of General Services is hosting statewide holiday donation drives—including three in Rochester—accepting toys, coats, school supplies, and food through Dec. 5. The House of […]
Homelessness in Rochester has surged, with a 41% increase compared to last year, according to a report from the state comptroller. One affected family, the Greens — a man, his fiancée, and their 9-month-old twin babies — became homeless after their rent rose on August 18, leaving them unable to find affordable housing. While Monroe County offers […]
A Monroe High School football star is making history on the field while setting his sights on a future in Division I football. Messiah Hampton, a senior wide receiver, has officially broken the Section V all-time record for receiving yards. During the Red Jackets’ most recent game, Hampton ran 95 yards for a touchdown, bringing […]
The government shutdown is leaving many federal services on pause. Tens of thousands of the over 115,000 federal employees in New York State are out of work, Gov. Kathy Hochul says, while essential employees like air traffic controllers are working unpaid. So, what federal services will and won’t be impacted in the Rochester area? WHEC -TV […]
The Seneca Park Zoo, in partnership with RIT’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf, is offering Deaf Culture Awareness programming. Scheduled for October 11, the event will feature interpreted animal presentations, story times, and inclusive activities. The initiative also includes collaboration with the Aquarium of Niagara and People Inc. Pamela Reed Sanchez, CEO of the […]
A USPS worker in Rochester was harassed Thursday when a woman struck their mail vehicle with a bottle. The worker was uninjured and called 911 after reaching safety. A 43-year-old woman was arrested in a separate incident. Police say the case appears isolated. Rochester woman arrested after postal worker harassed, vehicle struck
A new AAA study shows road rage is rising nationwide, with Rochester drivers noticing more aggression. Residents report impatience, honking, and frustration on the roads. AAA says 96% of drivers admit to aggressive behavior, with incidents like cutting others off up 67% since 2016. Experts urge drivers to stay calm, create space, and call 911 […]
In September, five assaults on Rochester letter carriers involved thefts of mailbags and equipment. The National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 210 is working with postal inspectors and local police to investigate and urges the public to report suspicious activity. A reward has been offered for information leading to arrests. Five Rochester letter carriers assaulted […]
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