Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.
Good morning, Rochester.
The 9th Annual Teddi Bowl returned on Thursday in Victor, pitting the Penfield Patriots against the Victor Blue Devils to benefit Camp Good Days.
Campers also served as honorary coaches & cheerleaders while supporters enjoyed a friendly game that raised money and awareness for families touched by cancer.
FIFCO USA, which owns Genesee Brewery, was sold to Pa. private equity firm Saothair Capital Partners today, reverting the operation back to its previous name, North American Breweries.
Former executives from the brewery are now heading the business as it continues to invest in its modern facility and growing contract production.
T-Mobile announced on April 28 it will invest $2 billion for a 50% stake in a joint venture with Greenlight Networks (operating under the T-Fiber brand) to boost its service; the deal is set to close in the first half of next year and add about 160 local jobs.
Seneca Park Zoo is hosting Honoring Haudenosaunee Relationships Day this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event features interactive displays, a traditional Thanksgiving Address by Chris Bethmann, a lacrosse talk by Zed Williams, shell-bead demos, and a discount for guests who self-identify as indigenous.
The Strong National Museum of Play will host Gabby's Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days this weekend for children to meet Gabby, join story time, and enjoy themed activities (previewed on Sept.
3 with ARC Rochester).
Drivers in Rochester face higher gas prices this Labor Day weekend as bad weather pushes regular gasoline nearly a dollar up from last year + some routes have seen jumps up to 32%, according to GasBuddy's Patrick de Haan.
RCSD Deputy Superintendent Dr. Casandra Wright said the district is ready for the first day of school on Sept.
8 with improved staffing, mental health support, and on-time buses & a new task force to gather community input on budgeting as teachers create safe, focused classrooms.
Students returned to class in the Rush-Henrietta Central School District Thursday, Sept.
3 — the new school year began with teachers and administrators showing hope for a successful term.
Thursday morning, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo deployed survey teams to inspect storm damage from severe storms that hit Western New York Wednesday night and check if tornadoes touched down; thousands still remained without power as crews restored service.
New York state now offers a tool for homeowners to check when their STAR property tax relief will be applied; most expect between $350 and $600 while eligible seniors may receive up to $1,500.
Homeowners who meet income guidelines can enter their county, town, and school district details to confirm the schedule.
Section V football previews have been released for local teams as a full slate of games begins Friday throughout Rochester — the guide includes team overviews, schedules and top players from Classes AA, A1, A2, B, C and D to help fans follow the action.
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