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Hamilton Stern Construction relocates to Pittsford, unveils new branding

Hamilton Stern Construction relocates to Pittsford, unveils new branding
Hamilton Stern Construction, a leading upstate New York construction company, recently announced its relocation to a new office in Pittsford. In conjunction with the move, Hamilton Stern Construction unveiled its new brand.   Founded in 2010 ... more
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NYS high schools rollout ‘three-strike rule’ for spectator conduct at fall sports

NYS high schools rollout 'three-strike rule' for spectator conduct at fall sports
The state expects everyone in attendance at local high school sporting events to be on their best behavior. Enhanced spectator guidelines have been rolled out by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association ... more
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Report: 44% increase in population 65+ expected across Finger Lakes by 2040

Report: 44% increase in population 65+ expected across Finger Lakes by 2040
The SAGE II Commission, reconvened by Common Ground Health in 2022, has released a vital report addressing the escalating needs of the aging population in New York's Finger Lakes region. The report, which will influence ... more
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Rochester man charged with attempted rape after trying to meet up with teen

Rochester man charged with attempted rape after trying to meet up with teen
The Canandaigua Police Department announced the arrest of Matthew S. Ranelli, a 31-year-old resident of Rochester, on September 12 following an investigation. The arrest stemmed from allegations that Ranelli, after engaging in an online conversation ... more
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USPS vehicle collides with Prius in Honeoye Falls; no serious injuries reported

USPS worker fired, pleads guilty to stealing gift cards in Central New York
A United States Postal Service (USPS) delivery vehicle ran a stop sign and crashed into a Toyota Prius at the intersection of East Street and Quaker Meeting House Road on Sunday morning, according to the ... more
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Doud Apartment Homes announces promotion on two bed, one bath units

Doud Apartment Homes announces promotion on two bed, one bath units
Doud Apartment Homes, a collaboration between Vincent DiRaimo and Michael Nuccitelli, is excited to announce a promotion on its two-bedroom, one-bath units. Tenants who sign a 14-month lease will receive months thirteen and fourteen for ... more
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Hochul unveils $55M plan to battle rising car thefts across New York: Will new enforcement efforts, stiffer penalties be enough to curb it?

Hochul unveils $55M plan to battle rising car thefts across New York: Will new enforcement efforts, stiffer penalties be enough to curb it?
In response to a surge in car thefts, particularly those involving specific Kia and Hyundai models, Governor Kathy Hochul has revealed a targeted five-point strategy, the Comprehensive Auto-Theft Reduction Strategy (CARS), to tackle the menace ... more
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Rochester man sentenced to 15 years in prison for Auburn bar shooting

Cayuga County public defenders join statewide symbolic boycott after wage increase not included in state budget
Antoine Clark, a 39-year-old from Rochester, received a 15-year prison sentence followed by five years of post-release supervision for his involvement in a 2022 gunfight outside the Lavish Lounge Bar & Restaurant. The altercation, which ... more
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Topgolf could be coming to Rochester soon

Topgolf could be coming to Rochester soon
International driving range chain, Topgolf, has submitted a letter of intent to the town of Brighton outlining plans to establish a facility at CityGate, located on Westfall Road. The proposed development, situated on an 18-acre ... more
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Adam Sandler’s tour coming to Blue Cross Arena in November

Adam Sandler’s tour coming to Blue Cross Arena in November
Comedic heavyweight Adam Sandler is bringing laughter to Rochester's Blue Cross Arena on November 8 as part of his "I Miss You" stand-up comedy tour. The tour, which covers 25 cities across North America, follows ... more
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Rochester man held in Wayne County after bench warrant discovered

Rochester man held in Wayne County after bench warrant discovered
John Ortega, a 25-year-old resident of Rochester, was taken into custody by the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding bench warrant. The warrant was issued when Ortega failed to appear in court on October ... more
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Finger Lakes hit hard by HABs over Labor Day week; Owasco and Canandaigua took the brunt

Finger Lakes hit hard by HABs over Labor Day week; Owasco and Canandaigua took the brunt
The good news for Owasco and Canandaigua lakes is that cyanobacteria blooms were relatively rare events this summer — if you assume that summer ends on Labor Day. A sign on the shore of Owasco ... more
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Rochester woman faces felony charges in Wayne County over string of domestic incidents

Rochester woman faces felony charges in Wayne County over string of domestic incidents
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office has taken Tamila S Jackson-Kemp, 30, of Rochester, into custody on several charges, including a probation violation, two counts of first-degree criminal contempt, aggravated family offense, aggravated contempt, and aggravated ... more
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Rochester man held without bail after pursuit in Schuyler County

Rochester man held without bail after pursuit in Schuyler County
Authorities have given an update on the person involved in a pursuit that happened in Schuyler County on Wednesday. Jason B Boswell, 41, of Rochester was arrested early on September 6 for a myriad of ... more
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Rochester man skips court in Seneca Falls, arrested after being taken into custody in Geneva

Sheriff: Homeless man arrested on felony drug charges in Canandaigua
The Seneca Falls Police Department reported the arrest of Misaiah A. Hymes, 33, from Rochester following a bench warrant issued after he skipped a court hearing. Hymes was previously charged with Petit Larceny and did ... more
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Wayne County man killed by alleged drunk driver in Rochester

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Early Tuesday morning, Gene Kulp, 51, of Red Creek, was tragically killed in Rochester when he was hit by a minivan. According to the Rochester Police, Kulp had parked his tractor-trailer on Lexington Avenue and ... more
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Rochester woman faces several charges including weapon possession after pursuit

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On September 3 troopers from Rochester pursued a 2016 Kia Optima after its driver failed to signal a turn on Joseph Avenue and then declined to stop for the police. The chase ended when the ... more
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Near-record September heat poses challenges for schools: Heat Advisory in effect again

Near-record September heat poses challenges for schools: Heat Advisory in effect again
As school resumes across the Finger Lakes, students and teachers are bracing for near-record heat, mirroring July-like conditions. A heat advisory has been announced for the Finger Lakes region, effective Tuesday, with potential extensions into ... more
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HEAT ADVISORY: How long do the 90s hold on? Hazy, hot, and humid across the Finger Lakes

HEAT ADVISORY: How long do the 90s hold on? Hazy, hot, and humid across the Finger Lakes
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a heat advisory effective from noon to 7 p.m. today for the entire Finger Lakes region, encompassing parts of Central New York and the Southern Tier. With ... more
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UDN, Inc. lands on 2023 Greater Rochester Chamber’s top-100 list

UDN, Inc. lands on 2023 Greater Rochester Chamber’s top-100 list
For the third year, UDN, INC., a general contractor based in Rochester, has secured its position on the Greater Rochester Chamber's Top 100 list, which recognizes the swiftest expanding privately-held businesses in the Rochester and ... more
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Rochester man arrested for obstruction after Wayne County traffic stop

Sheriff: Sodus man killed in fatal wreck on Welsher Rd.
Deputies from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office detained a Rochester resident, Daniel Kusi, 22, during a traffic stop in the Town of Huron. Kusi is facing a charge of Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the ... more
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