City of Rochester to hold public hearing Tuesday on use of HUD funding
The city of Rochester is giving people a chance to weigh in on the city’s Annual Action Plan. The plan helps determine how the city will spend the money it receives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development and Planning Program for the 2026-27 year.
Rochester remembers longtime city employee Nancy Johns-Price
The city of Rochester remembered one of its own on Saturday, as people gathered to honor the life and legacy of Nancy Johns-Price, who died earlier this year. Johns-Price worked for the city for many years, beginning in recreation and taking the lead as director of the Adams Street R-Center.
Residents concerned as Prince Street sees another possible car break-in attempt
A group of four people were caught looking inside cars on Prince Street overnight, sparking concerns.
A great day for the Irish — and Bella’s Bumbas
I was honored to help represent Bella’s Bumbas at the Rochester St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday afternoon. I was one of more than twenty friends, family members and volunteers who braved the cold temperatures and strong winds to help Marty Parzynski and Rebecca Orr celebrate Bella’s Bumbas’ selection as this year’s...
Canandaigua police unveil first fully electric patrol vehicles
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) — The Canandaigua Police Department says it is preparing to test the feasibility and durability of fully electric patrol vehicles. On Friday, the department announced the unveiling of two new electric vehicles: a Ford Mustang Mach-E assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Unit and a Ford F-150...
Two Finger Lakes places nominated for state, national historic registry
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — New York State Parks have announced 25 nominations for the state and national registers of historic places, and two are located in the Finger Lakes region. Built in 1914-15, the Nathaniel Hawthorne School No. 25 is located in the City of Rochester. Designed by Edwin S. Gordon, the building’s...
East Avenue closed as crews address downed wires
BRIGHTON, N.Y. (WROC) — A part of East Avenue in Brighton has been closed to traffic as crews work to repair downed wires. Motorists are advised to avoid the area at this time. The closure covers East Avenue between Pelham Road and Council Rock. News 8 will update this post when the closure is lifted.
Arrest on Glen Street for drug and traffic offenses
On March 6, 2026, around 11:40 PM, the Alfred Village Police Department arrested 35-year-old Tyrone Young Jr. of Rochester, NY after a traffic stop on Glen Street in the Village of Alfred. Police say Young was driving without a valid license and suspected of being under the influence of drugs.
Counterfeit ‘designer’ goods seized at Buffalo and Rochester ports
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Multiple shipments of counterfeit designer merchandise were seized by local U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers over the past 30 days after determining the items bore fraudulent trademarks. The seizures — made at the ports of Buffalo and Rochester — followed inspections by CBP officers and...
Fire crews respond to residence on Saratoga Avenue
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The Rochester Fire Department responded to a residence on Saratoga Avenue Saturday night. The Rochester Police Department has also responded to the scene. News 8 has reached out to authorities for additional information and will update this post as it becomes available. This is a developing...
