Tom Golisano talks about his philanthropy, business success and legacy
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Entrepreneur, billionaire, politician, civic leader and sports team owner Tom Golisano has surpassed $1 billion in philanthropic giving with his latest round going toward creating an alliance of children’s hospitals across the country bearing his name. “I’m proud to announce that I am committing...
Tops launches Food for Families campaign early amid SNAP benefit pause
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Tops Friendly Markets is kicking off its 19th annual Food for Families campaign earlier than usual this year in response to the recent pause in SNAP benefits. The effort aims to support neighbors facing food insecurity across the region. The campaign provides critical support to Foodlink and...
Foodlink boosts emergency food aid as SNAP crisis hits 155,000
With more than 155,000 residents across the Finger Lakes and Western New York facing a sudden halt in food assistance, Foodlink is stepping up with a massive emergency response. The Rochester-based nonprofit announced Friday that it will inject over $1.5 million in additional food into the regional emergency system...
Rochester Regional Health and police team up to ensure safe trick-or-treating this Halloween
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Regional Health and the Rochester Police Department teamed up this Halloween to ensure families stay safe and healthy. Officials urged parents to make sure children wear reflective clothing, especially with rain forecasted for Thursday night. Visibility is crucial for safety. “There’s...
According to 1199 SEIU: Immigrants and Diversity Strengthen Union and Community Life
According to 1199 SEIU, a union representing healthcare workers, immigrant and diverse communities play a significant role in the organization’s membership and activities.
Howling Halloween winds causing power outages in Rochester region
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Mother Nature is up to her tricks on this Halloween, with winds gusting and causing scattered power outages throughout the Rochester region. Outages peaked at around 6:30 p.m. with nearly 8,300 RG&E customers without power. As of 9 p.m., Monroe County customers with RG&E lead with over 2,763...
Over 2,000 RG&E customers without power in Monroe County
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Multiple RG&E customers in the Rochester area are without power. As of 5 p.m. Friday, a little over 2,600 RG&E customers are without power in Monroe County. That number is over 3,300 in Wayne County. In Ontario County, around 287 RG&E customers don’t have power. Check...
Fire at vacant building on First Street
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Firefighters battled a fire at a vacant building in the area of First Street and Central Park. News 8 crews went to the scene after hearing reports of a fire. Light smoke can be seen coming from the roof of the building as firefighters battled a fire on the second floor […]
Power lines and tree down on Dove Street in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A tree on Dove Street near Birr Street in Rochester fell down, appearing to have taken out some power lines, a fence, and ripping part of a home’s gutters off. A News10NBC photojournalist saw the tree and some power lines down, along with some tape around it. We have been getting reports […]
Monroe County schools to hold food drive on Saturday as families face concerns over...
GREECE, N.Y. — School districts across the Finger Lakes region are stepping up to try and support families who are worried about their SNAP benefits. While all school aged students in New York State get free breakfast and lunch in school, we’re heading into a weekend of uncertainty. That’s why in-school pantries like...
