Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.
Good morning, Rochester.
Make-A-Wish and RIT’s Magic Spell Studios helped teen Caleb, who lives with a nervous system disorder, create his own video game that reflects his vision (it has brought him great joy).
Make-A-Wish's fifth annual Wishathon will take place Wednesday at 13WHAM to raise funds for local Wish Kids.
Rochester Public Market will host the Great New York State Flea on Sunday with a College Day theme.
Vendors will sell clothing, home decor, tools, and more from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to celebrate the local college community.
A water main break near Forest Hills Condominium in Penfield caused two large sinkholes that forced residents to evacuate their apartments overnight, and Monroe County Water Authority shut off water while code enforcement deemed some homes unlivable and the Red Cross helped.
Pandora opened its new 1,499 sqft store at Greece Ridge Mall today (across from the food court).
The store joins updates at the mall, with American Eagle Outfitters having renovated its space and Ichiddo Ramen set to open soon.
Two local broadcast veterans, Janet Lomax and Richard McCollough, were celebrated with lifetime achievement awards at the RABJ event on Saturday night at the Memorial Art Gallery.
Lomax, the first African American weeknight anchor, and McCollough plan to keep inspiring young journalists.
Farms across New York began opening pumpkin patches mid-September, with peak picking set for October.
Locals can visit sites like Wickham Farms in Monroe County + others for a traditional fall outing.
Bills fans gathered along East Avenue on Sunday and enjoyed a high-energy watch party + fueling excitement for Thursday's home opener against the Lions.
Supporters also shared hopes for new coach Joe Brady as the community united behind the team.
Varsity Voices recapped high school football games in Section V with insights from reporters James Johnson, Justin Ritzel and Jeff Uveino.
Their review highlighted key plays and standout moments — helping local fans understand Week 2 action.
The Red Wings erased a six-run deficit in the sixth inning to win 7-6 against the RailRiders at ESL Ballpark on Saturday, Sept.
13 + secured sole possession of first place in the International League with seven games remaining.
At a charged game in Greece, teammates honored 11-year-old Parker Mitchell who died in a go-kart accident last weekend.
His parents attended and shared heartfelt memories + a GoFundMe supports his family now.
The Warriors beat Rochester Prep 47-0 on Saturday, Sept.
12 at Marina Auto Stadium. Marlon Tillman, Zy'Miere Tanksley and Julian Tindal spoke with reporters after the win.
The Bills won 36-31 against the Texans Sunday as Greg Rousseau made two key sack-forced fumbles (including one with nine seconds left) that sealed the win in Houston.
Josh Allen threw smart passes while the team put a new defense plan into play.
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