Natalie Kucko
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Rochester, NY, United States
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Locals hopeful for next Mega Millions drawing
Mega Millions is played in 45 states as well as Washington D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands. → Read More
Need for blood donations increases after WNY blizzard
With many blood drives canceled due to the blizzard hitting Western New York, Red Cross officials say that need has slightly increased. → Read More
Ukrainian mother and son celebrate gift of family in Fairport
FAIRPORT, N.Y. (WROC) — As the war on Ukraine continues, here at home, a mother and son from Kyiv have been united with family. In a way it’s a new family — distant relatives in Fairport who decided to become their hosts in the US. As 2022 comes to an end, the four are reflecting […] → Read More
RPD ID’d DePaul staff member who was victim of ‘suspicious death’
The staff member — a woman in her 30s — was in critical condition and then passed away shortly after at Strong Hospital. → Read More
‘Real or fake?’: RIT marketing researchers study fraudulent Amazon reviews
RIT plans to continue its studies, as Amazon has not yet rectified how to counteract fraudulent reviews entirely from its site. → Read More
Golisano Children’s Hospital breaks record in yearly life-saving transports
BRIGHTON, N.Y. (WROC) — In a year’s time, the transport team at Golisano Children’s Hospital has met a 10-year record in the number of pediatric transports for children in need of critical care. Golisano’s specialized team and equipment are helping to serve young patients across the state. The hospital introduced two ambulance units to operations […] → Read More
Telemedicine continues to serve as convenient alternative to seek emergency medical treatment
At the height of the COVID pandemic and beyond, telemedicine has grown in popularity, where patients can get treated from a distance. → Read More
‘We have to do better’: School leaders speak out on RCSD fall assessments in reading and math levels
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — ‘Devastating…’ That’s how one board of education commissioner for the Rochester City School District describes fall assessments after testing students’ reading and math levels in kindergarten through 8th grade. As a result, the board of education is collectively calling on ways to correct course. Of more than 12,000 RCSD students surveyed, […] → Read More
Rochester Education Foundation raises $75,000 at annual gala
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Education Foundation has spent almost two decades helping students, tonight the foundation got some support in the form of a fundraiser called “A Toast to REF.” In total, the non-profit raised $75,000. Organizers honored educators for their service to the community and celebrated students who benefitted from their service. […] → Read More
Journalist Jane Pauley headlines Nazareth’s first ‘Naz Weekend’
Pauley, an Emmy award winner and host of CBS Sunday Mornings, delivered a keynote speech for the students, alumni, and families in attendance. → Read More
Local physicians urge vaccination ahead of peak flu season
When it comes to any hesitancy to get the flu vaccine, Dr. Cook says he’s seen mixed reaction from families so far. → Read More
Home-growing medical marijuana now legal in New York State
For the first time, those who are certified, as well as their caregivers, can grow marijuana inside their own homes. → Read More
Judge tosses all but 1 lawsuit in Brighton Whole Foods legal battle
Things are now back on track, according to a co-owner in the development. → Read More
Demand for COVID booster and monkeypox vaccines remains high
Since the vaccines were released on the market, health officials say appointments both at local pharmacies and public health departments have been filled. → Read More
NYSUT develops a plan to make New York schools safer
They also said they hope to strengthen staffing not only in the classroom but in mental health supports, highlighting social and emotional needs that were magnified by the pandemic. → Read More
Fairport couple hopeful for approval of NYS conditional cannabis retail dispensary application
The couple turned their hardships into success by opening a hydroponics business in 2014 and later, Flower City Dispensary in 2020 and Flower City Hydroponics in 2021. → Read More
Longtime Rochester Public Market business to stay in the family
The decades-long business is now passed on to a new generation, which has plans to preserve their infamous empanadas. → Read More
‘She set the bar high’: Longtime gymnastics center to close in Penfield
It’s a decision that she said didn’t come easily, citing the COVID pandemic as a big factor. → Read More
Extensive heat brings challenges for firefighters working on fires
The chief added that a majority of the fires, seen at least in the Henrietta district this summer, are due to the fact that it’s been so dry. → Read More
Prioritizing safety at Rochester’s Puerto Rican Festival
Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) – The Rochester Puerto Rican Festival is underway for the first time in two years. The event was put on hold during the pandemic and over the years, there have been continued concerns of safety. Not with the festival itself, but with incidents that happen after the festival. The North East Safety […] → Read More