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Oaks Inc. is adding trash collection service to its portfolio of offerings across the Greater Rochester area. (Photo provided by Oaks Disposal Services)
May 21, 2026

Oaks adds Rochester-area trash pick-up service to portfolio

Oaks Inc. is launching Oaks Disposal Service to provide weekly trash and recycling pickup across Greater Rochester at a flat rate.

A rendering for new contractor flex space being built on Fisher Road in Chili, just west of the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport. (Rendering provided by Taouk Development)
Apr 6, 2026

Multifamily developer adds contractor flex space to portfolio

Since Daniel Thomas founded Taouk Development 15 years ago, he has focused solely on multifamily construction. But his own needs prompted a little diversification.

Family First Credit Union acquires Focus First Credit Union
Jan 22, 2026

Family First Credit Union acquires Focus First Credit Union

Family First Credit Union has completed the acquisition of Focus First Credit Union, which serves the Gates and Chili communities.

COMIDA logo
Jun 10, 2025

Development projects on Rochester’s west side on COMIDA agenda

Taouk Development and Precise Tool & Manufacturing seek tax breaks from COMIDA for commercial development projects in Chili and Gates.

COMIDA logo
May 20, 2025

2 Rochester firms approved for expansion incentives by COMIDA

QED Technologies and JK Property Solutions were approved for tax abatements from COMIDA to expand operations in Monroe County.

The proposed development plans for three parcels along Chili Avenue in the town of Chili. (Development plan as submitted to the town of Chili Planning Board)
May 12, 2025

Chipotle, Panera, Starbucks planned for Chili Avenue

A proposed Chili Avenue development would feature Chipotle, Starbucks, Panera and retail, aligning with the 2030 town plan, developers say.

Chili Community Center Library Fireplace
Sep 30, 2022

Library design and building ideas: A community dialogue

Today’s library offers more than just a place to store and lend books, it now serves as a marketplace of ideas offering varied ways to engage patrons.

Gates Chili Chamber to honor contributors to the community
Sep 21, 2022

Gates Chili Chamber to honor contributors to the community

Five individuals, four businesses and one community organization will be recognized by the Gates Chili Chamber of Commerce for their accomplishments and contributions.

Four local high schools earn Special Olympics honor
Sep 9, 2020

Four local high schools earn Special Olympics honor

Nine New York high schools have been named as National Banner Unified Champion Schools by Special Olympics New York, including four in the Greater Rochester region. Churchville-Chili, Irondequoit, Newark and […]

ALDI opens new Chili store
Jun 27, 2019

ALDI opens new Chili store

 ALDI will open another Rochester-area story on Thursday as it works toward its goal of reaching 2,500 stores in the United States by the end of 2022. The newest store […]

GCC’s Richard Ensman, “had a huge heart”
May 10, 2019

GCC’s Richard Ensman, “had a huge heart”

Richard G. Ensman Jr. executive director of the Genesee Community College Foundation and director of external affairs at the college, died Thursday at the age of 65. Ensman, of Chili, […]