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Supreme Court rolls back protections for wetlands in broad ruling that favors farmers, developers, and polluting industries
New York State’s top environmental regulator today condemned the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Thursday that will remove millions of acres of environmentally sensitive wetlands from federal regulation. The Montezuma Wildlife Refuge in Seneca, Wayne and ... more
Former Rochester Regional Health physician acquitted of manslaughter
Dr. Sudipt Deshmukh, a former physician at Rochester Regional Health, has been acquitted of manslaughter and other charges related to accusations of overprescribing opioids to a patient who later fatally overdosed. The New York State ... more
DEC and DOH issue reminder for residents to stay vigilant as HABs season begins in Finger Lakes
The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Health (DOH) have issued a reminder for New Yorkers to remain vigilant about harmful algal blooms (HABs) as the 2023 reporting season commences. The DEC's ... more
Frost, freeze puts major stress on grapes across Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes region, a critical area for vineyards, has experienced significant damage following freezing temperatures on Thursday morning that caused about 50% crop loss at Lakewood Vineyards and an estimated 35% at Fox Run ... more
Headed to the PGA Championship this weekend? Prepare for sketchy cell service
Thousands of spectators at the Oak Hill Country Club this week, in anticipation of the PGA Championship, have been experiencing cell service issues. With navigation difficulties around the golf course and issues with standard phone ... more
Rochester man accused of damaging Victor ATM causing $1,500+ in damage
Deputies say a Rochester man was taken into custody after using a crow bar to damage an ATM in Victor. Antwon Williams, 32, is accused of using that crow bar to damage an ATM on ... more
PGA Thursday: DeChambeau, Scheffler shine after frost delay while McIlroy, Rahm struggle
It was a bright, sunny, stunning day at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York for the first round of the PGA Championship. As of writing this look at the first round there's much ... more
OUT OF BOUNDS: Previewing the PGA Championship from Oak Hill Country Club (podcast)
It's major championship week at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York and Out of Bounds is here getting you ready for the start of the tournament. Nate and Josh have you covered with ... more
Rochester man dies after crash in Victor: Deputies say car was traveling 85+ mph
The Ontario County Sheriff's Office has provided an update on a crash that happened in Victor last week at the intersection of Route 96 and County Road 42. It happened on May 9, and on ... more
Officials continue monitoring Lake Ontario shoreline levels
Local and state officials are on alert as water levels in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River increase due to weeks of heavy rainfall across the Great Lakes. Governor Kathy Hochul's administration reports Lake ... more
County leaders worried about state shifting Medicaid funds and how it will impact budgeting
The recently passed $229 billion New York state budget, which re-allocates Medicaid funds, is raising alarm among county administrators statewide. Wayne County Administrator Rick House and his counterparts worry about the impact of Governor Kathy ... more
Finger Lakes Cider Trail gets ready for busy summer: “We have world class cider”
This week the Finger Lakes Cider Trail will celebrate its official launch. Cider Week just wrapped up, and for an industry that's been growing rapidly over the last several years in the region - having ... more
DEC: Boaters can prevent spread of invasive species by cleaning watercraft
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is appealing to residents involved in water sports to sanitize their watercrafts and gear, as a preventive measure against the invasion of local waters by harmful ... more
Man shot answering knock at the door in Rochester overnight
Rochester Police Department's Major Crimes Unit is probing a fatal shooting incident that occurred early Sunday morning on Shelter Street, near Lloyd Street. A 22-year-old man was shot multiple times around 4 a.m. after responding ... more
Canal system gearing up for opening day: Scheduled start of season is this Friday
As the onset of warmer weather hits New York, preparations are in full swing for the commencement of the boating season with the opening of the New York State Canal system scheduled for Friday, May ... more
Every Hole at Oak Hill Country Club’s East Course (video)
Major championship golf returns to the Finger Lakes Region next week when the 2023 PGA Championship tees off at Oak Hill Country Club. In the video below, Golf Digest's Architecture Editor Derek Duncan narrates a ... more
RBJ names Kyle Johnson, CFO at Leonard’s Express one of region’s best financial leaders
The Rochester Business Journal and the Rochester Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI) have selected Kyle Johnson, Chief Financial Officer of Leonard’s Express, as a “Financial Leaders 2023” honoree. Johnson is one of four Rochester-area executives ... more
Coca-Cola will build massive milk facility on Monroe-Wayne county border creating 250 new jobs
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that The Coca-Cola Company will construct a new 745,000 square-foot facility in Webster to produce lactose-free milk products. The $650 million project is expected to create up to 250 new jobs, ... more
State now monitoring Lake Ontario levels after stretch of wet weather
Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday that state agencies are keeping a close watch on Lake Ontario's water levels due to extended periods of rainfall. Lake Ontario's water levels currently exceed 247 feet, and experts ... more
