Beth Adams
Morning Edition hostBeth Adams joined WXXI as host of Morning Edition in 2012 after a more than two-decade radio career. She was the longtime host of the WHAM Morning News in Rochester, where she was recognized for her work by the New York State Associated Press Broadcasters Association and the New York State Humane Society. Her career also took her from radio stations in Elmira, New York, to Miami, Florida.
Beth is active in the Rochester community, having volunteered for organizations including the Humane Society at Lollypop Farm, the Heart of Gold Children's Foundation, the Rochester Press Radio Club Children’s Charities, and the Rochester Broadway Theater League Education Committee.
She is an avid reader of historical fiction and a devoted animal lover. Beth is married to award-winning writer and author Scott Pitoniak.
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Attention to detail and persistence are a couple of strategies that helped Danielle Bemis and Emily Main finally beat out other prospective buyers to land their first homes.
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With the recent announcement that one of Rochester's largest emergency pet hospitals is closing, local veterinarians are discussing potential solutions.
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Citing an shortage of experienced emergency care veterinarians, Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Services in Brighton is expected to close no later than Nov. 27.
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A sewer line repair on St. Paul Boulevard in Irondequoit follows the collapse of a portion of the road in the early morning of Aug. 16.
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The Parking Reform Network says America's abundance of parking - as much as three spots per car - are fueling the housing shortage and climate change. The group has new maps to show how much parking there is.
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What was once Rochester's only 24-hour emergency veterinary practice has reduced its hours once again, leaving pet owners with limited options if their pets need overnight care.
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After Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest last January, there was a flood of interest in CPR training. The University of Rochester and the American Heart Association are meeting that interest with a mobile CPR training unit.
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Lorna Wright was chosen from among 7 candidates to be Genesee Land Trust's executive director, following the retirement of co-founder and longtime leader Gay Mills.
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Artists from the Arc of Monroe's Community Arts Connection look forward to participating in Saturday's Pride Parade. The nonprofit values creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people with disabilities.
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In an effort to boost the emotional health of Rochester's children, the city is launching a one-year pilot program at its recreation centers.