Dana Damiani

Rochester

Multimedia Journalist at Spectrum News Rochester

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Suspects in Sam Nordquist murder ask for separate trials and relocation

4 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Dana Damiani

Seven people accused of killing Sam Nordquist appeared in court Thursday morning. Precious Arzuaga, 38, Kyle Sage, 33, Patrick Goodwin, 30, Emily Motyka, 19, Jennifer Quijano, 30, Kimberly Sochia, 29, and Thomas Eaves, 21, are accused of torturing Nordquist to death in a Hopewell motel room in February. On Thursday, defense attorneys argued for separate trials and for the case to be moved out of Ontario County. They also say that the district attorney's office has been slow sharing evidence.
Seneca Waterways Council's first female Eagle Scout to earn all 139 merit badges

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Dana Damiani

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Six years ago, Sabrina Bhalla set out to accomplish what only .1% of Scouts do nationwide, according to Scouting America. She finished earning all 139 merit badges just two days before her 18th birthday, and became the first female Eagle Scout in Seneca Waterways Council to do so.
Rochester mourns loss of advisor tasked with reducing violence in the city

1 month 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 month 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 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

2 months 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

Mar 19, 2025 | 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.