Schools, agencies announce Thursday closings ahead of harsh weather
The following schools, agencies and busineses have announced either full or partial closures for Thursday, Jan. 15. SCHOOLS Academy of Health Sciences Charter School Albion Central Aquinas Institute Archangel School Bay Knoll SDA Bishop Kearney BOCES 2 Brockport Central Churchville Chili Central Daystar for Medically...
Wegmans’ $2 Hot Zone Meals Help Shoppers Fight Grocery Inflation
Regional supermarket chain's low-cost recipes exemplify dedication to competitive pricing. Wegmans Food Markets is updating many of its online recipes with new Hot Zone Meals that offer servings for as little as $2 each. The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics released the latest data for the Consumer Price...
Teen shot on Rochester’s north side
Rochester, N.Y. — Police are searching for suspects after a shooting Wednesday afternoon on the city's north side. The victim, a 17-year-old Rochester boy, was found on Hollenbeck Street near Avenue D suffering from at least one gunshot wound, according to the Rochester Police Department. He was taken to Strong...
RPD presence closes Hollenbeck Street after shooting
ROCHESTER, NY (WROC) – A police presence on Hollenbeck Street has closed the area to traffic on Wednesday afternoon due to a shooting. According to RPD, officers responded to the 100 block of Hollenbeck Street for the report of someone being shot around 3:22 p.m. today. On scene, they found a 17-year-old city...
Canandaigua officials respond after viral video of police encounter
The Canandaigua Police Department has issued a formal statement responding to public criticism surrounding a body-worn camera video of a November police encounter involving an autistic father and his young son. The post Canandaigua officials respond after viral video of police encounter appeared first on...
Communication failure leaves Rochester passengers stranded
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A communication breakdown at Rochester International Airport left about a dozen passengers stranded when the TSA security line closed before they made it through security. “What happened Thursday night is just a clear example of a breakdown of communication between the airline and TSA,” Moore said...
‘Like an Asteroid Hit’: Out of Control Car Crashes Through Fence and Into House...
SCM Jeans/iStockphoto 'I fell right out of my chair," the homeowner said. The post ‘Like an Asteroid Hit’: Out of Control Car Crashes Through Fence and Into House in New York appeared first on MotorBiscuit .
Running for unity: Coast-to-coast runner inspires communities across Western New York
AVON, N.Y. (WROC) — A man on a mission ran through Western New York this week, carrying a message he hopes will unite communities across the country. Noah Coughlan is nearing the final stretch of his fifth run across America, part of a coast-to-coast journey he calls “Run for America.” Nearly three months into the […]
Inmate sentenced to additional 25 years to life after admitting to 2024 murder of...
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — An inmate at Five Points Correctional Facility pleaded guilty Wednesday to murdering his cellmate in 2024 and was sentenced to an additional 25 years to life in prison, according to the Seneca County District Attorney’s Office. Kevin Farley, 43, admitted to two counts of first‑degree murder...
Man arrested by ICE in Rochester forgiven by sister he tried to kill, court...
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Waheed Allah Mohammad, a 39-year-old Afghan man, Jan. 1 in Rochester, claiming he was in the country illegally. Court paperwork obtained Tuesday by 13WHAM reveals more about Mohammad's background and 2009 conviction. ICE said Mohammad stabbed...

















