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Li-Cycle files for bankruptcy, Rochester hub future bleak
Li-Cycle, the company behind a stalled $700 million battery recycling hub in Rochester, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. and Canada, according to News10NBC. The project, once expected to bring 250 jobs, halted ... more
Frost advisory issued in Finger Lakes as temperatures drop
Residents in the Finger Lakes region should prepare for potentially damaging frost as temperatures are expected to fall into the low 30s early Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory covering ... more
Cooney launches $1 million ROC Grants for nonprofits
Amid threats of federal funding cuts, Senator Jeremy Cooney announced a $1 million state grant initiative to support nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable populations in Rochester and Monroe County. The new “Reinvesting in Organizations That Care” ... more
United Way breaks volunteer record on Day of Caring
United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes hosted its largest-ever Day of Caring on May 15, mobilizing 6,400 volunteers across six counties to support 180 nonprofit agencies. Now in its 31st year, the ... more
Finger Lakes forecast: Muggy air, slow moving system brings showers
Warm, muggy weather will continue across the Finger Lakes and Central New York through Wednesday. A slow-moving system is pushing moisture into the region, triggering rounds of scattered showers and occasional breaks of sunshine. Scattered ... more
Rochester woman arrested on grand larceny warrant
A Rochester woman was taken into custody Saturday afternoon on an outstanding warrant for grand larceny following coordination between two county sheriff’s offices. Deputies from the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office took custody of Laquanda Shanise ... more
New Dick’s Sporting Goods store opens in Henrietta
Dick’s Sporting Goods has officially opened its new 50,000-square-foot store in Henrietta, taking over the former Christmas Tree Shops space on Jefferson Road. The upgraded location features expanded sections for team sports, footwear, golf, and ... more
Henrietta smoke shop shut down for illegal cannabis sales
Authorities closed Mad Flavors Smoke Shop in Henrietta after seizing over 1,000 cannabis products and $44,000 in cash, following complaints and undercover buys, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. Three men face charges, including ... more
Rochester man arrested on bench warrant for petit larceny
Authorities arrested a Rochester man at the Monroe County Jail after he failed to appear in court on a petit larceny charge. Deisjar Anthony Brown, 33, was taken into custody on May 5 around 12:09 ... more
Ann Mitchell jazz event to bring timeless songs to Penfield
Music lovers in Penfield are invited to a lively celebration of jazz and community spirit on Saturday, May 18. The First Baptist Church of Penfield will host a free event featuring the Ann Mitchell Trio, ... more
14 farmworkers detained by ICE after Orleans traffic stop
Fourteen farmworkers from Mexico and Guatemala were detained during an early morning traffic stop in Orleans County, according to WHAM. ICE agents said the workers, employed by Lynn-Ette & Sons farm, violated federal immigration laws, ... more
Finger Lakes flooding update: Watches and warnings continue after heavy rain
Heavy rainfall overnight has led to widespread flooding concerns across the Finger Lakes and Central New York this morning, prompting multiple flood watches and warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS). Flood watches remain in ... more
Rochester man charged with grand larceny after theft from Richmond auto shop
A Rochester man has been charged with felony grand larceny following an investigation into a theft at an auto repair shop in Ontario County. According to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office, Richard F. Zimmerman, 34, ... more
Rochester man arrested for stealing checks and forgery
Police arrested a Rochester man last month after an investigation linked him to the theft and forgery of checks from a Penn Yan business. Joshua J. Bianchi, 37, was taken into custody on April 23 ... more
Rochester man pleads guilty to $168K financial fraud
A Rochester man admitted in federal court Thursday to stealing more than $168,000 from his employer by fraudulently applying for loans in customers’ names. Michael Torres, 37, pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge Jeremiah J ... more
Finger Lakes Cider Trail to celebrate spring bloom May 10-11
The Finger Lakes Cider Trail is springing back to life just in time for Mother’s Day weekend. Now in its third year, the FLX Cider Trail will host a series of special events May 10-11 ... more
Theo Von bringing comedy tour to Rochester
Comedian Theo Von will bring his “Return of the Rat” tour to Rochester’s Blue Cross Arena on July 10, according to venue officials. Known for his hit podcast This Past Weekend and Netflix specials like ... more
Emerging Artists Expo returns to Corn Hill Arts Festival this summer
The Corn Hill Neighborhood Association has announced the return of the Emerging Artists Expo for the 57th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival, taking place July 12 and 13 in Rochester. Presented by MVP Health Care, ... more
TRACKING THE LATEST: Severe thunderstorm watch issued, storms rolling through FLX and CNY
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of Western New York and the Finger Lakes region, effective through 10 p.m. This development follows a day of rapidly building atmospheric instability, ... more
