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Rochester starts foreclosure on Peace Village as owners owe $1, 400 in back taxes, shelters sit in storage
2+ day, 11+ hour ago (418+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " The City of Rochester started foreclosure action against the owners of Peace Village, a property off West Broad Street intended to provide shelters for people without homes. City Roots Community Land Trust owes $1, 437 in back taxes on the Industrial…...
Rochester in Focus: May 3, 2026
4+ day, 11+ hour ago (358+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " This week on Rochester in Focus, Lynette Adams talks with the CEO of the Rochester City Soccer League. Then, it's an interview with two pastors about the upcoming National Day of Prayer. After that, a chat with the chief…...
Building trust is key: How Rochester's threat advisory team works with students and families to prevent targeted school violence
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (358+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Recent safety threats in Penfield and Victor school districts have many parents wondering about school safety and what happens behind the scenes when a threat is made. News10 NBC Investigative Reporter Jennifer Lewke spoke with some of the members of…...
Spring events return to Rochester's Public Market with Food Truck Rodeo, Flower City Days
2+ week, 3+ day ago (158+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Special events are returning to Rochester's Public Market this spring. The Food Truck Rodeo returns next Wednesday. Flower City Days will return in May and "Bands on the Bricks" will come back this summer. Public Director Jim Farr said…...
Captain speaks about historic schooners that offer sailing tours at Port of Rochester
9+ mon, 15+ hour ago (202+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Two historic schooners are at the Port of Rochester and are offering sailing opportunities through Labor Day. "When and If," which just made a stop in Rochester in June, is joined by "Liberty Clipper," at the Port of Rochester…...
Schooner 'When and If' to host sails in Rochester this weekend
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (149+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " The historic schooner "When and If" will be making its way into the Port of Rochester this week. Through June 26-29, the 83 foot schooner will have day sails and a twilight sail during its visit to Rochester. It will also…...
Rochester in Focus: April 26, 2026
1+ week, 4+ day ago (410+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " This week on Rochester in Focus, Lynette Adams talks with a local barber about an upcoming haircut marathon. Then, a conversation with a podcast host about College Decision Day. After that, it's a chat with a nonprofit CEO about…...
Rochester's gas prices continue to rise as peace talks stall in war with Iran
1+ week, 3+ day ago (387+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " Gas prices in Rochester and across the country continue to rise into the eighth week of the war with Iran, with no word when another round of peace talks may happen. Rochester's average gas price hit $4. 23 per gallon on…...
Rochester Lilac Festival's historic bloom competes on USA Today's stage
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (300+ words) ROCHESTER, N. Y. " The 128th Lilac Festival is set to bloom at Highland Park in just 71 days, and this year it carries an extra dose of excitement. The festival is nominated for USA Today's best flower festival, a recognition that has the community…...
Rochester Amerks season ends with game three loss in first round of playoffs
1+ week, 4+ day ago (214+ words) Amerks lose in first round of Calder Cup playoffs'WHEC. com Rochester Amerks season ends with game three loss in first round of playoffs TORONTO " The Rochester Amerks season is over after losing 4-2 in game three of the Calder Cup playoffs…...