Dana Damiani

Rochester

Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News Rochester

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Rochester mourns loss of advisor tasked with reducing violence in the city

5 days ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Dana Damiani

A man well known for his involvement in anti-violence programs in Rochester has died. Victor Saunders passed away Thursday evening. "This is a sad day for us at City Hall with the loss of my good friend, senior advisor, and member for our management team,” Rochester Mayor Malik Evans said. Saunders was picked by Evans to be his advisor on violence prevention programs. He was also known for his involvement with the Pathways to Peace program.
Rite Aid to close more than 175 pharmacies across New York

1 week ago | ny1.com | Dana Damiani

Bad news came Monday for Rite Aid employees and New Yorkers who rely on the drugstore chain for their medical prescription needs. More than 175 Rite Aid pharmacies across New York will shut down as the national company plans to file for bankruptcy again, according to a letter sent to employees on Monday.
Vineyards adjusting to back-and-forth tariff policies

2 weeks ago | mynews13.com | Dana Damiani

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The waiting period for tariff implementations continues after the Trump administration announced a 90-day pause on most of them earlier this month. There’s also a lawsuit attempting to stop the tariffs filed by a dozen state attorneys general, including New York’s Letitia James. Throughout this tariff purgatory, businesses across the state are bracing for the potential impact.
Once Finger Lakes celebrating 5 years of success since opening

1 month ago | mynews13.com | Dana Damiani

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Thousands of wines are produced throughout the Finger Lakes Region and the industry's roots have grown deep throughout the area. “One of the reasons I got into wine was because of my diversity. I love that you get to work with a lot of different, not just styles of wine, but mainly people, different personalities from the winemakers. The way the culture is. Also from customers,” Antonio Arias said. Arias is the owner of Once Finger Lakes.
Nazareth University students learning from current stock market dips

1 month ago | mynews13.com | Dana Damiani

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Ups and downs in the stock market have been top of mind throughout the past week. While many are concerned about their 401k or retirement plans, some college students are using this rollercoaster ride as an opportunity to learn about the world of finance and the ever-changing stock market. “We cover anything from like economic issues to specific industry, related things, and then also just companies themselves and what's going on.
Kids Can't Wait campaign pushes for early intervention funding in state budget

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Dana Damiani

HAMLIN, N.Y. — As state budget negations resume Tuesday, advocates are hoping for more funding for the state Early Intervention Program. It provides services like physical and occupational therapy and speech pathology to children up to the age of 3 who need a little extra support. “They call what he has hyperlexia and hyper numeracy, so it's like a 2e which is kind of a disability with an ability,” Kailey Yeager said.
MJ Dispensary excited about OCM's flexible marketing techniques

1 month ago | mynews13.com | Dana Damiani

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It’s been four years since the legalization of marijuana was signed into law. But it took even more time for the law to go into effect. Some prospective business owners across the state jumped at the opportunity to work with the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and grown exponentially ever since. “There's a lot of hurdles, once you get open and even to get open is like the biggest hurdle of all.
Red Wings highlight new menu items at Innovative Field

1 month ago | mynews13.com | Dana Damiani

Baseball fans are counting down to opening day for the Rochester Red Wings as the team is gearing up with new menu items. Burria braised beef sandwiches, a mashed potato bar, beef on weck and “the Bruuuce,” a footlong Zweigle's hot dog named after the team's bat dog, are all to be featured throughout the stadium this season. “Whether you like baseball or you don’t — I don’t get that, but we know that everybody loves to eat.
Border Patrol agents prepare for the unknown on the water

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Dana Damiani

“Our entire border is made up of water," said Brady Waikel, the patrol agent in charge of Niagara Falls. "So, a large part of our mission and our operations include maritime. And so, to do that, we have to do regular training to get our boats out there.
Suspects charged in Sam Nordquist's murder plead not guilty

2 months ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Dana Damiani

The suspects are accused of torturing and killing Nordquist, 24, a man originally from Minnesota, outside Canandaigua. They are charged with first-degree murder. All suspects entered not guilty pleas on Tuesday. Judge Kristina Karle also granted protection against all defendants for two children involved in the case. Those children, 7 and 12 years old, are confirmed to be the children of one of the suspects, Precious Arzuaga, 38, of Geneva.