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Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Motorcyclist killed after crashing into pole in Rochester (ithacajournal.com) — A motorcyclist died Saturday afternoon after crashing into a utility pole on Dewey Avenue in Rochester, prompting a joint response from Greece and Rochester police. Investigators say the bike was heading north when it struck the pole, with no signs of other vehicles or criminal activity, and Dewey Avenue remains closed while the investigation continues.
2. Highlighting the importance of Hunger Awareness Month (spectrumlocalnews.com) — Rochester-area residents relying on Foodlink should know demand for local food pantries has jumped about 8%, or roughly 10,000 extra visits a month, driven partly by SNAP changes. Foodlink's CEO also spotlights Hunger Awareness Month and describes local efforts like a Rochester-area farm and a unique culinary apprenticeship aimed at tackling the root causes of food insecurity.
3. Rochesterians eat up coverage of region's lively food-drink scene (democratandchronicle.com) — Rochester food and drink lovers are flocking to coverage of Jack's Extra Fancy Bar, a local spot on Atlantic Avenue just named one of USA TODAY's 38 Bars of the Year. Reporter Tracy Schuhmacher's in-depth reporting on Rochester's ever-changing bar and restaurant scene continues to draw strong local readership, and subscribers are promised more exclusive food coverage and behind-the-scenes insights.
4. People welcome home Honor Flight Mission 97 veterans (13wham.com) — Rochester-area veterans received a warm welcome home Sunday as Honor Flight Mission 97 returned from Washington, D.C., honoring 59 local service members. With WWII and Korean veterans dwindling, organizers say this mission highlights a shift toward recognizing Vietnam-era and newer generations, and encourages more local veterans to consider future flights.
5. Rochester Red Wings are playoff bound after 13 years (rochesterfirst.com) — Rochester baseball fans finally have playoff baseball again, as the Red Wings clinched the International League Second Half title and their first postseason berth since 2013. After a dramatic comeback win over Buffalo, powered by eight home runs and a 90-win season milestone, the team now heads to Memphis with a shot at the Triple-A National Championship game.
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