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Incredible Transformation at the Strathallan Hotel – a DoubleTree by Hilton

Submitted by Megan Manzari, Community Blogger

Thursday, January 3rd, 2013, 1:30pm

Incredible Transformation at the Strathallan Hotel – a DoubleTree by Hilton

With a modern, sophisticated vision in mind, the Strathallan Hotel recently completed a massive multi-million dollar renovation and redesign. The project involved the facility being entirely gutted and totally reconstructed. As a result, every aspect of the hotel’s interior is completely new and different, and the exterior was enhanced with updated finishes, new landscaping and a welcoming back entrance. The hotel is now partnered with Hilton’s DoubleTree brand and guests can enjoy the brand’s signature elements, including a warm chocolate chip cookie upon check-in.

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Rochester based charity and local organizations partner for holiday gift project

Submitted by Megan Manzari, Community Blogger

Friday, December 14th, 2012, 9:30am

Alyssa’s Angels, a Henrietta based charity, started a holiday gift project in 2011 to directly help local children and families in need during the holiday season. Five worthy non-profit organizations were selected and Alyssa’s Angels donated $500 to each.

This year, in an effort for the program to have a greater impact and help even more Rochester area children and families; Alyssa’s Angels reached out for partner organizations from the community to match its $500 donation. Through this effort, each of the five selected non-profit organizations received $1,000.

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Ford Friendship Express 2013 Applications available now

Submitted by Katie Rampino, Public Relations

Wednesday, December 12th, 2012, 5:15pm

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester Area Ford Dealers today announced that they once again will provide “new wheels” to local nonprofit organizations in need of transportation. Groups interested in applying for the 2013 Ford Friendship Express program can download an application online beginning today.

“The Rochester Area Ford Dealers are excited to announce that applications are now available for the 2013 Ford Friendship Express program,” said Dom Genova, representative for the Ford Friendship Express Selection Committee. “Through the program, we are honored to have the ability to give back to the community by donating a Ford van to organizations that serve the Rochester area.”

The following items are important program details for eligible organizations looking to drive away in a new Ford van:

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Henderson Ford to Participate in Toys for Tots

Submitted by Megan Manzari, Community Blogger

Monday, November 12th, 2012, 11:30am

Henderson Ford to Participate in Toys for Tots

Henderson Ford is challenging staff, customers and the community to help fill a 2013 Ford Escape with toys for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Many local businesses have accepted the challenge and have partnered with Henderson Ford for this campaign.

“The Toys for Tots program does so much for our local families and we want to do anything we can to help,” said Henderson Ford President Randy Henderson. “It is my hope that we will collect an overwhelming amount of toys and will bring smiles to many children’s faces.”

The community is encouraged to drop off new unwrapped toys now through December 10th at Henderson Ford, 810 Ridge Rd., Webster, or at any of the following participating locations:

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Cakes by Karen opens in the village of Spencerport

Submitted by News 10NBC

Monday, July 23rd, 2012, 3:55pm

A local baker is getting ready to open a store in Spencerport.

Karen Osterling, of Chili, will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for her speciality bakery, Cakes by Karen, on Friday at 10:00am. The speciality bakery is located on S. Union Street in the village of Spencerport.

Village Mayor Joyce Lobene and Spencerport Area Chamber President David Haines will be on hand to welcome Osterling to the Spencerport community. Free samples will be available in the newly-remodeled shop.

A baker, designer and cake sculptor, Osterling creates imaginative custom cakes for all occasions. For more information, please visit: www.cakesbykarenonline.com or call 585-349-7804.

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Businesses can help raise money for Meals On Wheels at Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest

Submitted by Melissa Campbell, Rochester Events.com

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012, 2:54pm

Businesses looking for a unique and completely turnkey event should look no further than this summer’s Big Rib BBQ & Blues Festival. Thanks to an exciting new partnership between Festival organizer the Springut Group and Visiting Nurse Meals On Wheels (MOW), businesses can now host their company picnic in the MOW VIP tent during any of the four days of the Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest.