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Report: B+L Close to Being Sold

Rochester

A report out Friday from the Wall Street Journal indicates that local optics and eyewear company Bausch and Lomb is near a sale. The report says details could be finalized as soon as next week.

Report: B+L Close to Being Sold

Updated 05/24/2013 09:49 PM

'Peace Tree' At Allen Creek Elementary Honors Newtown Shooting Victim

Brighton

A symbol of love and compassion was planted at an elementary school in Brighton Friday. Students at Allen Creek Elementary dedicated a "peace tree" in memory of six-year-old Catherine Hubbard.

'Peace Tree' At Allen Creek Elementary Honors Newtown Shooting Victim

05/24/2013 04:45 PM

Finding the Forgotten

Hilton

A Hilton woman is the driving force behind proposed legislation that would make it easier for people to find out information about long lost relatives who died in New York's many state-run mental institutions. It all started with wanting to know about her past.

Finding the Forgotten

05/24/2013 06:04 PM

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05/24/2013 10:09 PM

Officials Say Tourism Efforts Are Working

This year, New York State has tripled the amount of money it spends promoting tourism. Visit Rochester says this city has been called the most affordable city to live and visit in the state, and that has begun to attract more tourists to the area.

Officials Say Tourism Efforts Are Working

05/24/2013 09:10 PM

Online Newspaper And Tips From Batavia Community Lead Police To Walmart Suspect

After a shopper at a Walmart in Batavia called 911 stating a child was being abused, State Police reached out to The Batavian for help. Calls started coming in within 20 minutes. YNN's Rose Eiklor has more on how the community helped to find the man in the surveillance footage.

05/24/2013 05:50 PM

Race Raises Awareness and Money for Prostate Cancer Research

Every year, thousand and thousands of men are diagnosed with prostate cancer. Many are treated and soon cancer free, but experts all say, the key is catching the cancer early. One event this weekend is working to get that message out.

05/24/2013 02:57 PM

Search on Cayuga Lake For Missing Cornell Student Suspended Due to Weather

According to the Seneca County Sheriff's Office, Christopher Dennis, 22, took a canoe out on the water in Covert that morning.

05/24/2013 04:00 PM

Memorial Day Weekend Kicks Off Summer Travel Season

The Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and if you're planning to travel, you're certainly not alone. Lots of people are out on the roads getting away for the weekend.

Updated 05/24/2013 02:17 PM

A Veteran's Dream Realized

As we approach Memorial Day weekend, and honor our fallen servicemen and women, a local Boy Scout troop is honoring its fallen leader by fulfilling his dream.

05/23/2013 11:28 PM

Bills' Robert Woods Grasping the Concepts

Coming out of USC, Woods is looked at as one of the more NFL-ready rookies.

Bills' Robert Woods Grasping the Concepts

RIT Practices in Philly

RIT held an open practice at Drexel University outside Philadelphia in preparations for the Division III National Championship game. YNN's Aaron MacElherne was there.

RIT Practices in Philly

Penfield 14, Webster Thomas 5

Penfield defeated Webster Thomas 14-5 in the girls Class A lacrosse semifinals on Thursday.

Penfield 14, Webster Thomas 5

State Education Commissioner Touts Common Core to Rochester Business Leaders

Dr. John King met with members of the Rochester Business Alliance to address the adoption of these standards in kindergarten through 12th grade.

05/23/2013 08:04 PM

Veterans Outreach Center Receives $100,000 Donation From Wegmans

Wegmans presented a check Thursday to the Veterans Outreach Center of Rochester.

05/23/2013 07:49 PM

Etsy turns small-scale crafts into big-time business

From personalized yarn bowls to hand-painted wedding toppers, the online marketplace Etsy is offering thousands of products made by artists who are now full-time entrepreneurs. YNN's Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following report.

Etsy turns small-scale crafts into big-time business

"Nike FuelBand" and "Jawbone UP" apps

YNN highlights the coolest and newest apps for your cellphone or mobile device in the twice-weekly segment "App Wrap." Adam Balkin filed the following report.

"Nike FuelBand" and "Jawbone UP" apps

Falling can lead to brain injuries

According up to the CDC, nearly 75 percent of people over the age of who fall have injuries serious enough to put them at risk for early death.

Falling can lead to brain injuries

Majority of school districts pass budgets

It's official. New York State voters approved 95.5 percent of their school district budgets.

Majority of school districts pass budgets

Memorial Day grilling ideas

Memorial Day is a very special holiday, one that honors the commitment and sacrifice of so many who gave their lives for the hope of freedom and liberty for all.

Memorial Day grilling ideas