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Councilmember Mary Lupien is Running for Mayor

2 days ago2 min read

Councilmember Mary Lupien is Running for Mayor

“It is out there! I’m running to be our mayor. Stay tuned for our formal announcement in the coming days,” Rochester City Councilmember...

Robert Brooks' Family Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Following Death from Beating at Marcy Correctional Facility

Tyronda James

2 days ago2 min read

Robert Brooks' Family Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Following Death from Beating at Marcy Correctional Facility

(L to R) Attorney Stephen Schwarz, Robert Brooks Jr (Son), Jarod Ricks (Brother), Attorney Elizabeth Mazur at press conference Wednesday...

Lightfoot Ends Era on City Council, Shifts Focus to Ministry, Community Advocacy and Entrepreneurship

Dave McCleary

4 days ago3 min read

Lightfoot Ends Era on City Council, Shifts Focus to Ministry, Community Advocacy and Entrepreneurship

Willie Lightfoot Rochester City Councilmember Willie Lightfoot announced he will not seek a third term in office, capping a two...

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act Expanding Benefits for Some Recipients

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4 days ago2 min read

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act Expanding Benefits for Some Recipients

President Joe Biden President Joe Biden on Monday signed the Social Security Fairness Act, a bipartisan measure aimed at overhauling key...

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George Payne

1 day ago

When Strength is Misunderstood: Donald Trump’s Toxic Masculinity and the Half-Mast Debate

George Cassidy Payne is a writer, educator, and counselor. Donald Trump’s reported insistence that flags be raised during his...

George Payne

3 days ago

Child Care Support: A Cornerstone for Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

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George Cassidy Payne is a writer, philosopher, and advocate based in Rochester, NY. In New York State, nearly half of the children live...

Katlyn Newberry

Jan 8

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

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Katlyn Newberry, community outreach coordinator at the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region The Cancer Services Program of...

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Evans Announces Bid for Second Term as Sinha Promises Change

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6 days ago2 min read

Evans Announces Bid for Second Term as Sinha Promises Change

Shashi Sinha | Malik Evans Malik Evans officially launched his reelection campaign Friday but will face at least one challenger. Shashi...

$100M Awarded for Rochester's Inner Loop North Transformation

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Jan 92 min read

$100M Awarded for Rochester's Inner Loop North Transformation

(Photo: Inner Loop North Transformation Project ) Federal officials have announced $100 million in funding for the Inner Loop North...

Court Allows AG to Dissolve Community Resource Collaborative for Misusing Funds

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Jan 72 min read

Court Allows AG to Dissolve Community Resource Collaborative for Misusing Funds

NY AG, Letitia James New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Tuesday that a court order has been secured to dissolve the...

Young Woman Mauled by Dog, RPD Response Under Fire

Dave McCleary

Jan 65 min read

Young Woman Mauled by Dog, RPD Response Under Fire

Photos show the injuries Amaris Curry received after being attacked by a dog, Friday, January 3, 2025 Editor’s note: This article has...

Camille Simmons Elected as New Rochester School Board President, Succeeding Cynthia Elliott

Tyronda James

Jan 62 min read

Camille Simmons Elected as New Rochester School Board President, Succeeding Cynthia Elliott

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Camille Simmons The Rochester Board of Education has elected Camille Simmons as its new president, replacing Cynthia Elliott, who has...

Editorials

When Strength is Misunderstood: Donald Trump’s Toxic Masculinity and the Half-Mast Debate

George Payne

1 day ago4 min read

Editorials

When Strength is Misunderstood: Donald Trump’s Toxic Masculinity and the Half-Mast Debate

George Cassidy Payne is a writer, educator, and counselor. Donald Trump’s reported insistence that flags be raised during his...

Child Care Support: A Cornerstone for Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

George Payne

3 days ago5 min read

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Child Care Support: A Cornerstone for Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

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George Cassidy Payne is a writer, philosopher, and advocate based in Rochester, NY. In New York State, nearly half of the children live...

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

Katlyn Newberry

Jan 82 min read

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Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

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Katlyn Newberry, community outreach coordinator at the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region The Cancer Services Program of...

Grieving After Caregiving: After Death of Her Parents, Daughter Finds Healing Through Puzzling

Hazel Trice-Edney

Jan 85 min read

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Grieving After Caregiving: After Death of Her Parents, Daughter Finds Healing Through Puzzling

Dr. Tisha Lewis Ellison with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. "Tom" and Lucille Lewis. Mr. Lewis, a retired DC police officer and founder of...

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RBTL Partners with Rochester Music Hall of Fame at West Herr Performing Arts Center

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2 days ago2 min read

RBTL Partners with Rochester Music Hall of Fame at West Herr Performing Arts Center

Photo: Rochester Broadway Theatre League The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) has announced a new partnership with the Rochester...

Katlyn Newberry

Jan 82 min read

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

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Katlyn Newberry, community outreach coordinator at the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region The Cancer Services Program of...

Rochester to Celebrate Kwanzaa with Seven Days of Culture, Community, and Unity

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Dec 26, 20242 min read

Rochester to Celebrate Kwanzaa with Seven Days of Culture, Community, and Unity

The Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition has announced its 2024 Kwanzaa celebration, a vibrant six-day event honoring African heritage, culture,...

World of Inquiry School No. 58 Class of 2025 Participates in College March

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Dec 23, 20242 min read

World of Inquiry School No. 58 Class of 2025 Participates in College March

The World of Inquiry School No. 58 (WOIS) senior class. Photo: WOIS The World of Inquiry School No. 58 (WOIS) senior class participated...

Healthy Baby Network

Dec 18, 20242 min read

Healthy Baby Network Board of Directors Announces Staff Promotions

Sherita D. Bullock The Healthy Baby Network Board of Directors is pleased to announce Sherita D. Bullock’s promotion from Executive...

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Monroe County Opens Satellite Offices for Aging and Veteran Services

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Monroe County Opens Satellite Offices for Aging and Veteran Services

Monroe County Executive Adam Bello announced the launch of two new service centers in Greece and Webster to improve access to services...

Renowned Designer Adebayo Jones at Local Fashion Show

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7 hours ago2 min read

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Renowned Designer Adebayo Jones at Local Fashion Show

Meghan Mundy LLC is thrilled to announce an intimate boutique-style runway event featuring internationally acclaimed fashion designer...

Urban League of Rochester to Celebrate 60th Anniversary at Love and Legacy Gala Featuring R&B Star Keke Wyatt

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2 days ago2 min read

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Urban League of Rochester to Celebrate 60th Anniversary at Love and Legacy Gala Featuring R&B Star Keke Wyatt

The Urban League of Rochester invites the community to an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and romance at its 60th...

NYSEG and RG&E Launch Energy Manager Website

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2 days ago1 min read

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NYSEG and RG&E Launch Energy Manager Website

New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) announce the launch of Energy Manager, which is now available...

Genesee Transportation Council Seeks Public Comment

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2 days ago2 min read

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Genesee Transportation Council Seeks Public Comment

The Genesee Transportation Council (GTC) is accepting public comments on its next operating plan and annual budget known as Unified...

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As Dr. King Once Asked, Where Do We Go from Here?

Charlene Crowell

1 day ago4 min read

As Dr. King Once Asked, Where Do We Go from Here?

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. PHOTO: Western California University The year 2025 marks the nation’s 39th observance of a national holiday...

Attorney General Urges Uber, Lyft Drivers to File Claims for $328 Million Settlement; Deadline Extended to January 31, 2025

Staff Report

Jan 72 min read

Attorney General Urges Uber, Lyft Drivers to File Claims for $328 Million Settlement; Deadline Extended to January 31, 2025

New York Attorney General Letitia James is urging Uber and Lyft drivers who believe they were underpaid to file claims by 11:59 p.m. on...

Fannie Lou Hamer, Denzel Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and Magic Johnson Among 2025 Presidential Medal of Freedom Honorees

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Jan 53 min read

Fannie Lou Hamer, Denzel Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and Magic Johnson Among 2025 Presidential Medal of Freedom Honorees

Denzel Washington receives Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden On January 4, 2025, President Joe Biden awarded the prestigious...

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Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

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Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

Online payment platform PayPal has become a prime target for scammers in recent years. With online sales bringing waves of online...

Ashley Curtis

Jan 83 min read

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The Growing Demand for Surrogacy in the U.S. Amid Rising Fertility Challenges and Legal Considerations

Surrogacy has been steadily gaining traction in the United States as more individuals and couples look for alternative family-building...

Should I Send My Child to a Rochester Private or Public School?

Ashley Curtis

Feb 11, 20243 min read

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Should I Send My Child to a Rochester Private or Public School?

Rochester is undoubtedly a bustling hub of activity and excitement, making it an ideal location to raise a family. But, as your children...

What All Rochester Residents Need to Know Before Embarking on a Road Trip

Ashley Curtis

Dec 13, 20233 min read

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What All Rochester Residents Need to Know Before Embarking on a Road Trip

As the temperatures drop in Rochester, NY, the urge to travel like a snowbird to a warmer climate increases. Just before a snowstorm,...

Top Stories

Councilmember Mary Lupien is Running for Mayor

Robert Brooks' Family Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Following Death from Beating at Marcy Correctional Facility

Lightfoot Ends Era on City Council, Shifts Focus to Ministry, Community Advocacy and Entrepreneurship

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act Expanding Benefits for Some Recipients

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Editorials

When Strength is Misunderstood: Donald Trump’s Toxic Masculinity and the Half-Mast Debate

Child Care Support: A Cornerstone for Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

Local News

Evans Announces Bid for Second Term as Sinha Promises Change

$100M Awarded for Rochester's Inner Loop North Transformation

Court Allows AG to Dissolve Community Resource Collaborative for Misusing Funds

Young Woman Mauled by Dog, RPD Response Under Fire

Camille Simmons Elected as New Rochester School Board President, Succeeding Cynthia Elliott

Editorials

When Strength is Misunderstood: Donald Trump’s Toxic Masculinity and the Half-Mast Debate

Child Care Support: A Cornerstone for Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

Grieving After Caregiving: After Death of Her Parents, Daughter Finds Healing Through Puzzling

Features

RBTL Partners with Rochester Music Hall of Fame at West Herr Performing Arts Center

Partnership with Evening Clinic Helps ‘Working Poor’ Access Cancer Screenings

Rochester to Celebrate Kwanzaa with Seven Days of Culture, Community, and Unity

World of Inquiry School No. 58 Class of 2025 Participates in College March

Healthy Baby Network Board of Directors Announces Staff Promotions

From the Community

Monroe County Opens Satellite Offices for Aging and Veteran Services

Renowned Designer Adebayo Jones at Local Fashion Show

Urban League of Rochester to Celebrate 60th Anniversary at Love and Legacy Gala Featuring R&B Star Keke Wyatt

NYSEG and RG&E Launch Energy Manager Website

Genesee Transportation Council Seeks Public Comment

National/World News

As Dr. King Once Asked, Where Do We Go from Here?

Attorney General Urges Uber, Lyft Drivers to File Claims for $328 Million Settlement; Deadline Extended to January 31, 2025

Fannie Lou Hamer, Denzel Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and Magic Johnson Among 2025 Presidential Medal of Freedom Honorees

Contributing Blog/News

Avoid Surging Sale Scams in 2025 With These Expert Tips

The Growing Demand for Surrogacy in the U.S. Amid Rising Fertility Challenges and Legal Considerations

Should I Send My Child to a Rochester Private or Public School?

What All Rochester Residents Need to Know Before Embarking on a Road Trip

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