Rochester NY

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Veterans Outreach Center hosted its annual Stars and Stripes Celebration on Saturday evening at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. The event was dedicated to honoring local military members. Officials said every dollar raised at the event went towards helping veterans get back on their...

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near rochester.

IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. — A bipartisan group called Irondequoit Citizens for Ethical Government is calling for the removal of the Irondequoit Town Board members. The group announced it plans to file a petition to have the four council members removed and will discuss the plans at a press conference at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov....

Have you ever seen a dancing cat? If your answer is no, get ready to see something incredibly adorable!. Meet Moxy, a 4-year-old tuxedo cat who has gained quite a reputation at Lollypop Farm, an animal rescue organization in Fairport, New York. When he first arrived at this New York...

Rochester, N.Y. — A woman in her 30s has died following an overnight shooting on the city's north side. Officers responded to the area of Gothic Street and Pulaski Park around 1:50 a.m. for a report of gunshots fired. Police said they found the woman in the street suffering...

New York Governor Kathy Hochul visited Rochester on October 24 to highlight New York State’s $24 million investment in modernizing law enforcement technology and equipment across Monroe County. The initiative, part of the state’s Law Enforcement Technology (LE Tech) grant program, supports upgrades that are already...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation has cleared Rochester Police officers involved in a deadly shooting in Rochester at the end of July. Officers responded to Ernestine Street on July 31 following reports of a “suspicious man” attempting to enter cars. When they got...

ROCHESTER — Barbecue lovers in Rochester have a new reason to celebrate. Rev BBQ Outpost, a casual dining spot specializing in smoked meats and Southern-inspired sides, officially opened its doors on University Avenue on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. The restaurant brings a fresh option for lunch and dinner, featuring...

In November 2025, the Irondequoit Public Library will hold its 'Food for Fines' program. Patrons can reduce overdue fines or lost item fees by $1.00 for each nonperishable food item donated at the checkout desk. Those without fines can receive a free hold for each item donated. There is no limit to the number of...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The federal government shutdown has now lasted one month, and SNAP funding has officially run dry. A federal judge ruled that the government must use at least contingency funds to support the program. People who rely on food stamps are turning to food pantries like the one at Emmanuel Baptist...