There is new information about cancer deaths in Monroe County. The most recent official numbers are from 2011 from the Monroe County Health Department.

More than 4,000 cancers are diagnosed each year and more than 1500 people in Monroe County die each year. Last year, it was the second leading cause of death behind heart disease, but that’s changing. According to reports, cancer has now overtaken heart disease as the number one cause of death in Monroe County.

Because of the observance of Good Friday, News10NBC was unable to talk with the county health department officially, but both the founder of Camp Good Days and Special Times and a pediatric oncologist at the Wilmot Cancer Center agree.

Meet Burt! Burt is a 1-year-old Chihuahua mix who weighs about 8 pounds. He was transferred to Lollypop Farm from the Town of Irondequoit after being found as a stray. Burt recently had surgery on his hip, but he is doing well now and ready to be adopted.

He loves people and loves going for walks! Burt would do best in a home without young children and needs to meet everyone in the family before adoption, including dogs. Burt is a wonderful dog! To find out more about him, call 223-1330 or visit him at Lollypop Farm at 99 Victor Rd., Fairport 14450. Mercedes, our "Friday's Friend" from last week, has been adopted.

There's a brand new campaign starting in Rochester that promises discounts and specials at local restaurants. It's called "Crave Local Restaurants" and it's modeled after "Restaurant Week".

April 20 through April 29, 120 restaurants from Henrietta to Gates to Canandaigua will be featuring menu specials.

“Crave Local Restaurants" was created by the president of Palmer Foods. Dwight Palmer says it's a great way to attract tourists, stimulate the economy and promote local food culture.

Click here to take a look at the participating restaurants.