Rochester NY

Finding an affordable place to live in New York can be challenging given the high cost of housing in many parts of the state. However, there are several towns where the median home prices remain accessible, and residents can enjoy thriving communities, good schools, and ample amenities. Here are three...

Henrietta, N.Y. (WHAM) — What was a routine day for the Henrietta Fire District turned into a race against the clock to save a four-legged friend. Chief Mark Cholach said it's not out of the ordinary to get calls about pets. But on Thursday, a stroke of luck helped save one man's dog.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A Taylor Swift tribute band is bringing its high-energy “Cruel Summer” experience to Rochester this weekend, promising fans a full-scale performance inspired by the record-breaking Eras Tour. The Cruel Summer Tribute Band blends Swift’s biggest hits with choreography, costuming and staging...

Rochester, N.Y. — A new RG&E project in Rochester is meant to strengthen the power grid. RG&E got the approval for a $125 million transmission project meant to strengthen reliability for more than 65,000 customers in Rochester and Gates. The project will install a nearly seven-mile transmission line and...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Adriana Jackson, a single mother, is struggling to keep a roof over her son’s head. Jackson’s son, who is entering seventh grade at East High School, has faced challenges due to their housing situation. “He’s going into the 7th grade at East High School next year and one of the things that […]

The Rochester community is preparing to say goodbye to a woman who dedicated her life to improving others. Sister Grace Miller will be laid to rest on Saturday. Her funeral is happening at Mercy Center on Blossom Road at 10 a.m. The remembrance ceremony will also be live-streamed on the YouTube page, Sisters of Mercy...

A 19-year-old Rochester man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he sent hundreds of obsessive messages to a former classmate and tried to lure them back to campus using a fake identity. Shawn D. Whitaker was arrested on Nov. 25 following a months-long investigation tied to incidents at Finger Lakes...

In recent times, guests at different Hilton hotels across various states have reported an interesting observation - the circulation of scents throughout the properties. This has sparked a conversation on social media platforms, with users speculating whether this is a new policy implemented by Hilton. The discussion...

The issue of staff parking at Rochester hospitals has recently come into the spotlight. A potential nursing applicant raised concerns about the parking situation at Strong Hospital, wondering if it's the only hospital in the area that requires staff to park off-campus. The question sparked a lively discussion on...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Black Friday shopping can be quite intimidating for many, especially when it comes to safety concerns. The larger crowds can serve as a breeding ground for theft and other crimes, but with an increased police presence, the security officers at the Mall in Greece Ridge are confident shoppers...