News across Greater Rochester
Some leaves are starting to change color for fall foliage season
The fall foliage season is in the early stages with some leaves changing from green. I Love NY tourism on Wednesday posted its first fall foliage report from around the state. In Western New York and the Finger Lakes the leaves haven’t changed much. The most significant changes…
Arc staffer wins statewide award as direct support professional
Dan Crofts works with students through the IGNITE program at GCC BATAVIA — For over 15 years, Dan Crofts has worked as a direct support professional for Arc GLOW. Today, he can be found within the IGNITE (Inspiring Growth and Nurturing Independence Through Education) program at…
2 acclaimed guitarists performing Saturday at Hoag
Press Release, Hoag Library ALBION – Hoag Library is pleased to welcome internationally acclaimed guitarist Muriel Anderson and renowned guitarist Kinloch Nelson for a free concert this Saturday at noon. The concert will feature two exceptional guitarists whose performances…
Gillibrand holds first ever Congressional hearing on menopause
Senator seeks more funds for research, care for women experiencing menopause Press Release, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Rick Scott (R-FL), ranking member and chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on…
Lady Eagles down rival Lady Hawks
A pair of second half goals earned Kendall a 2-0 win over rival Holley in a Genesee Region League girls soccer game at Holley this evening. Jersie Drake and Ryleigh Denning scored the goals for the Lady Eagles as Sophia Picardo and Izzy D’Agostino earned the assists. Both…
Digital stethoscopes donated to Medina FD in honor of Ancel and Patricia Lyons
Photo from Medina Fire Department MEDINA – Medina Fire Chief Steve Cooley accepts a donation of four EKO digital stethoscopes from Jeff Lyons and Kim Patterson. They gave the stethoscopes in honor of their parents, Ancel and Patricia Lyons. These stethoscopes will be placed on…
Kendall spikers down rival Holley
Kendall scored a straight set 25-20, 25-18, 25-19 win over rival Holley in a Genesee Region League volleyball match at Holley this evening. For Kendall, Emma Minster had 12 service points and 19 assists, Maya Tatar 8 points including 7 aces, Rylan Clark 6 kills and 8 digs,…
State approves $114K grant for Kendall Fire Department
KENDALL – The Kendall Fire Department has been awarded a $114,000 grant from the state, part of $25 million for 65 volunteer fire departments and districts across New York to improve facilities, response capabilities and emergency preparedness. These investments build on the $25…
Barker golfers nip Albion
Barker nipped Albion 241-242 in a Niagara-Orleans League golf match this afternoon. Hudson Prynn took medalist honors for Barker with a 38 as Grant Ginavan added a 47 and Lucas Nestoros a 49. Owen Spencer led Albion with a 44 as Drew Pritchard and Gavin Boyce both carded rounds…

DHS likely violated Rochester man’s free-speech rights, court rules
A federal judge granted David Streever’s request for a preliminary injunction against the Department of Homeland Security, which had warned him that his criticism of ICE could lead to prosecution.

Health Department Reports Rabies Positive Cow in the Southwest Region of Livingston County
MOUNT MORRIS, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 — The Livingston County Department of Health is reporting that a cow located on a single farm in southwest Livingston County tested positive for rabies following laboratory testing conducted Monday.
Betterment Committee doesn’t want Santa statue moved from downtown park
Albion Village Board considers selling park, relocating statue ALBION – A group that has helped raise $100,000 for a bronze statue, large mural of Santa, and other improvements to Waterman Park wants those elements to stay put. The Village Board is talking about putting the park…