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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man dies after being attacked by his own dog in upstate NY
A man who was attacked by his own dog at his home has died, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Emergency responders were called to a residence on Kendall Road in Riga, New York, around 8:20 p.m. Monday, when it was reported that a man was attacked by his dog, said sheriff's spokesman Deputy Brendan Hurley. Richard L. Dambrowski, 46, suffered "significant physical trauma" to his face and neck from the encounter, which occurred inside the house, Hurley said. Dambrowski was pronounced dead at the scene, Hurley said. The Humane Society of Greater Rochester's humane law enforcement team responded to the home and euthanized the dog, an American pit bull terrier, Hurley said. According to his obituary, Dambrowski was an avid photographer and loved air shows. He was survived by his mother, sisters and other relatives, according to his obituary. "Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Dambrowski," Hurley said. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Richard Dambrowski killed by his own dog in upstate NY
USA Today
16-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
The 'Block party' wasn't the only magical memory from 2023 PGA Championship at Oak Hill
The 'Block party' wasn't the only magical memory from 2023 PGA Championship at Oak Hill Show Caption Hide Caption The Green Mile at Quail Hollow threatens all contenders The Green Mile, the closing three holes at Quail Hollow Club, is one of the toughest finishing stretches on the PGA Tour. The 2025 PGA Championship is being held at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 2023 PGA Championship, held at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, drew approximately 225,000 spectators. Brooks Koepka won the 2023 PGA Championship, earning $3.15 million. Club pro Michael Block made a memorable hole-in-one during the final round of the 2023 PGA Championship. The final two rounds of the 2025 PGA Championship will play out this weekend as all eyes are on Quail Hollow Club and its famous "Green Mile" in Charlotte, North Carolina. Landing the PGA Championship is a major accomplishment for a country club and the host city. Around 200,000 spectators are expected at Quail Hollow, which has hosted 21 PGA events since 2003. Rochester is no stranger to the golf world, with the 2023 PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club a recent memory for most Rochesterians. The club is scheduled to host the 2027 U.S. Amateur Championship, the most prestigious men's amateur golf tournament. It will be the 14th time the eyes of the golf world are focused on Oak Hill, according to veteran Rochester Democrat and Chronicle sports reporter Sal Maiorana. The club has hosted three U.S. Opens (1956, 1968, 1989), four PGA championships (1980, 2003, 2013, 2023), one U.S. Senior Open (1984), two Senior PGA championships (2008, 2019), and one Ryder Cup (1995). More: PGA Championship live leaderboard: Jhonattan Vegas leads, Max Homa zooms into contention As the 2025 PGA Championship continues at Quail Hollow in Charlotte, let's look back at Rochester's turn in the sun in 2023. PGA Championship photos: Crowds were huge at Oak Hill in 2023 No post-tournament attendance/economic impact numbers have been reported, but the 2023 PGA Championship was a sellout with about 225,000 spectators expected to attend. PGA Championship photos: Brooks Koepka wins 2023 PGA Championship Brooks Koepka took home $3.15 million for his two-shot victory over runners-up Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland at the 2023 PGA Championship. Koepka is currently playing for the LIV Golf League for $100 contract that runs through 2026. His last PGA event was the 2024 PGA Championship. Greatest moment: 'Block Party' at the 2023 PGA Championship Michael Block, a club pro, won the hearts of many with his plucky play at the 2023 PGA Championship that culminated in an improbable hole-in-one on the 15th hole on the final day. "That magical shot at Oak Hill Country Club cemented the 'fairytale story' — as Jim Nantz put it — of Block's week at the 2023 PGA Championship," said Jack Hirsch in a 2023 retrospective. Rochester had already fallen in love with the underdog by that point of the championship. — Bill Wolcott is a producer who helps cover the Buffalo Bills, high school and Rochester sports in general. The lifelong New Yorker has been a journalist for 31 years.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
When will the storm hit? Timing Tuesday's severe weather in upstate NY
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to sweep across western New York Tuesday afternoon and evening, with the greatest risks including damaging wind gusts, hail, and the potential for an isolated tornado, according to the National Weather Service in Buffalo. Western New Yorkers should brace for two rounds of storms: Late Tuesday morning: Showers are expected to move through the region, with breezy but warm conditions. Highs could reach around 80 degrees before the front pushes through. This first round is expected around 11 a.m. near Buffalo and around noon in the Rochester region. Tuesday afternoon to evening: This will bring the main event, as a strong cold front triggers more intense storms. "The second round is the one to watch," said Weather Service Meteorologist Tony Ansuini. 'This is when we expect the most severe activity.' Weather Service Meteorologist Liz Jurkowski said that the Genesee Valley region, which includes Rochester and its surrounding counties, is expected to see the "worst of the severe weather." Lake Erie shoreline: Storms could begin as early as 3 to 4 p.m. Rochester area: The strongest storms are expected to move through between 4 and 10 p.m. Other parts of western and central NY: Timing will vary, but the afternoon through early evening is the most likely window for severe weather. Counties that could be impacted include Monroe, Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Wayne, Ontario, Genesee, Chautauqua, Allegany, and others across the western and north-central region. Damaging wind gusts that may exceed 60 mph Large hail Isolated tornadoes Potential power outages and downed trees or power lines 'Hail and significant wind gusts are the biggest concern,' said Weather Service Meteorologist Steve Welch. 'But we can't rule out an isolated tornado.' Following Tuesday's stormy weather, temperatures in the Rochester region are expected to drop to the mid-50s on Wednesday, before rebounding into the upper 60s on Thursday and Friday, with more showers likely as May begins. The normal high for the final week of April is 63 degrees, according to the Weather Service. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: When will NY storm hit? Timing Tuesday's severe weather
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
10-year-old crashes SUV into clothing store in Rochester
A 10-year-old child accidentally crashed an SUV into a clothing store on Lyell Avenue Sunday afternoon, according to Rochester Police. Officers responded to the 1300 block of Lyell Avenue around 3:07 p.m. for a report of a vehicle that had struck a building. They found a 2019 Jeep Cherokee had driven into the front of the Rainbow clothing store, also hitting two parked, unoccupied vehicles — a 2022 GMC Acadia and a 2018 Subaru Forester, according to police. Police say the vehicle's occupants — a mother, her child, and another individual — had arrived at the store to shop. At some point, the child moved into the driver's seat of the parked and running SUV, shifted it into drive, and struck the two vehicles before crashing into the storefront. No injuries were reported, and there was no major structural damage to the building. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call 911. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: 10-year-old crashes SUV into clothing store in Rochester NY
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Yahoo
New details released in dramatic M&T Bank robbery in upstate NY
A man was charged following Monday's armed robbery at M&T Bank in Sweden, an incident that unfolded like a scene from a movie, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. The robbery took place just after 4 p.m. at M&T Bank, located at 6560 Fourth Section Road in Sweden. Deputies say a man entered the bank brandishing a gun, forced nearly everyone inside into a restroom, and then took two employees to the vault. The suspect stole $452,000 in cash, according to Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter. After the robbery, the man fled in a blue Honda Civic, which broke down minutes later on Lake Road near the intersection of Routes 18 and 19 in Hamlin. Around 40 minutes after the robbery, a concerned citizen called 911 after seeing a man wiping down and removing the license plates from the Civic, about seven miles south of the bank. A black SUV was also spotted nearby. Deputies quickly located two men and the black SUV in the Tops Plaza in Hamlin. They also recovered the stolen cash and other evidence linking them to the robbery, deputies said. Sheriff Baxter praised the deputies and the observant citizen who reported the suspicious activity. John Savage, 49, of Rochester, was charged with first-degree robbery and second-degree grand larceny, both felonies. The second man was released. 'This was a well-planned operation, except for the blue car,' said Investigator Sgt. David Bolton during a news conference. He added that neither suspect had an extensive criminal history, and the robbery did not appear to be part of any larger scheme. Deputies continue to investigate the case, having reviewed hundreds of hours of video footage. Additional charges are pending. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: New details released in dramatic M&T Bank robbery in Sweden NY
