Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of October.
Good morning, Rochester.
The Ronald McDonald House is hosting its annual BEE A Hero Day fundraiser today to support families like the Schadlers, who relied on its care during baby Micheala’s extended treatment at Golisano Children’s Hospital.
News10NBC and 92.5 WBEE will provide live coverage from 4:30 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Rochester's Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport was named one of the nation's best small airports today when it ranked ninth in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Awards — marking the fourth year it has achieved a top-10 ranking after a $38 million terminal upgrade.
The Center for Youth kicked off Fashion Week Reimagined at the Glass Tent on East Main Street with 17 designers and about 200 models to support local homeless shelters.
Shows will run today and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Today, the Rochester Public Library's Lyell Branch unveiled a new mural on its west wall as part of the state-funded CHARM initiative—crafted by muralists Francheska Diaz, Callisto Daly and Roc Paint Division youth to celebrate family, nature and community through five distinct scenes.
Following an investigation that found overcharges, Dollar General will donate $1.875 million in food and personal care items to Rochester-based Foodlink beginning today.
The retailer will also change its pricing practices and train employees to give customers the lowest advertised prices.
The final five residents at Waterview Heights will be discharged to Lilac Manor Rehab and Nursing Center on Thursday by 2 p.m. as the facility submits its final roster to the state health department.
Healthy Baby Network will hold its 30th Anniversary Gala on Nov.
6 at the Hyatt Regency. The event (supporting new parents and celebrating 30 years of care since 1996) will preview programs that aid families in Rochester.
Throughout October, Elizabeth Wende Breast Care and ARC Rochester share information on cancer warning signs and screening options, with Dr. Stamatia Destounis advising women to schedule mammograms and discuss their risks with a doctor (ensuring accessible care for all).
Dr. Theresa Glessner of Rochester Regional Health received the 2026 Finger Lakes Regional Leadership Award from the New York Organization for Nursing Leadership.
Now Senior VP and Chief Nursing Practice Officer after previous roles at Newark-Wayne and Clifton Springs, she is one of six statewide honorees.
Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center will complete its closure on Thursday as its remaining five residents transfer to Lilac Manor by 2 p.m. + the facility will then surrender its operating certificate to the state Department of Health.
A new outdoor fitness court is now open at Genesee Valley Park near the playground at 1316 Genesee Street and welcomes anyone 14 and older.
The facility is a partnership among the city, MVP Health Care and National Fitness Campaign.
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