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Daniel’s Law Task Force Outlines Recommendations for Response to Behavioral Health Crises

8 hours ago3 min read

Daniel’s Law Task Force Outlines Recommendations for Response to Behavioral Health Crises

The Daniels Law Taskforce named after Daniel Prude who died March 23, 2020 after being physically restrained by RDP officers The release...

Rochester Clears Homeless Encampment Amid Frigid Weather Concerns; Lawmakers Respond

Dave McCleary

1 day ago2 min read

Rochester Clears Homeless Encampment Amid Frigid Weather Concerns; Lawmakers Respond

Homeless Encampment located under the S. Clinton Avenue Bridge, Rochester, NY City officials dismantled a homeless encampment beneath the...

TikTok Fighting January Deadline for Ban; Appeals to Supreme Court

Staff Report

4 days ago2 min read

TikTok Fighting January Deadline for Ban; Appeals to Supreme Court

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The U.S. Supreme Court announced Wednesday that it will hear TikTok's appeal of a federal law that could lead to a nationwide ban of the...

Rochester City Council Approves Landmark Good Cause Eviction Law

Dave McCleary

5 days ago3 min read

Rochester City Council Approves Landmark Good Cause Eviction Law

Rochester City Council members Stanley Martin, Mary Lupien, Kim Smith and Willie Lightfoot were among the most vocal advocates for...

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Editorials

George Payne

5 hours ago

The Vision and Promise of High Falls State Park

~ George Cassidy Payne is a writer and educator. He lives in Irondequoit, NY. I first learned about the proposed High Falls State Park...

Dr. E. Faye Williams

5 hours ago

War on Women

Dr. E. Faye Williams In case you haven’t noticed, there is an uptick in the war on women. The tragedy is that war isn’t just coming from...

George Payne

4 days ago

The Price of Freedom: Why Income Taxes Are Essential for a Thriving Society

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George Cassidy Payne is a writer, philosopher, and advocate based in Rochester, NY. I recently came across Jose Peo’s radio segment...

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Gov. Hochul Signs Child Care Bills, Faces Backlash for Vetoes

Dave McCleary

6 days ago2 min read

Gov. Hochul Signs Child Care Bills, Faces Backlash for Vetoes

Photo: www.governor.ny.gov Rochester, NY —Governor Kathy Hochul signed a slate of bills last week aimed at improving child care access...

Foodlink, One of Several Organizations to Distribute Baby Formula From AG’s Settlement with Marine Park Distribution

Staff Report

7 days ago2 min read

Foodlink, One of Several Organizations to Distribute Baby Formula From AG’s Settlement with Marine Park Distribution

Photo by Jaye Haych on Unsplash New York Attorney General Letitia James announce $675,000 worth of baby formula for families in need as...

Monroe County Legislature Unanimously Approves $1.5 Billion Budget for 2025

Staff Report

Dec 122 min read

Monroe County Legislature Unanimously Approves $1.5 Billion Budget for 2025

The Monroe County Legislature has unanimously approved a $1.5 billion budget for 2025, prioritizing public safety, workforce development,...

Business Owners Expressing Growing Concerns Over Mayor’s “Special Events Zone” on East Avenue

Veronica Sizer

Dec 113 min read

Business Owners Expressing Growing Concerns Over Mayor’s “Special Events Zone” on East Avenue

Venetto Pizza & Pasta and Aqua Vite are two businesses located in Rochester's "Special Events Zone" section of East Avenue - Photo from...

City of Rochester Settles Lawsuit with Noah Pointer-Gamory for $1.75 Million

Staff Report

Dec 112 min read

City of Rochester Settles Lawsuit with Noah Pointer-Gamory for $1.75 Million

Protesters marching in downtown Rochester, NY in September 2020 after Daniel Prude untimely death at the hands of RPD The City of...

Editorials

The Vision and Promise of High Falls State Park

George Payne

5 hours ago4 min read

Editorials

The Vision and Promise of High Falls State Park

~ George Cassidy Payne is a writer and educator. He lives in Irondequoit, NY. I first learned about the proposed High Falls State Park...

Dr. E. Faye Williams

5 hours ago3 min read

Editorials

War on Women

Dr. E. Faye Williams In case you haven’t noticed, there is an uptick in the war on women. The tragedy is that war isn’t just coming from...

The Price of Freedom: Why Income Taxes Are Essential for a Thriving Society

George Payne

4 days ago6 min read

Editorials

The Price of Freedom: Why Income Taxes Are Essential for a Thriving Society

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George Cassidy Payne is a writer, philosopher, and advocate based in Rochester, NY. I recently came across Jose Peo’s radio segment...

Dr. E. Faye Williams

6 days ago3 min read

Editorials

Brilliant Black Women

Dr. E. Faye Williams, Esq. (Ret) Let’s face it. There are some people who are jealous and can’t stand the idea of so many brilliant Black...

Features

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

RCSD

6 hours ago2 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

5 days ago2 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...

Kail’an Townsend, RCSD School No. 22 Student Honored Nationally for Doing the Right Thing

Rochester City School District

5 days ago2 min read

Kail’an Townsend, RCSD School No. 22 Student Honored Nationally for Doing the Right Thing

Kail’an Townsend, a fifth grader at Abraham Lincoln School No. 22, has captured national attention for her exceptional character and...

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Gloria Winston: Rochester, NY community icon Gloria Winston, 79, passes away

Dave McCleary

Nov 123 min read

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Gloria Winston: Rochester, NY community icon Gloria Winston, 79, passes away

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Gloria Winston, a lifelong advocate for civil rights, a community organizer, writer and a powerful voice for the Rochester community,...

Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology

Nov 122 min read

Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology Welcomes Maya Crane as New Executive Director

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Exploration Elementary Charter School for Science & Technology is proud to announce the appointment of Maya L. Crane, MSL, as its new...

From the Community

RCSD

6 hours ago2 min read

From the Community

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...

Monroe County

6 hours ago2 min read

From the Community

Monroe County Reminds Residents to ‘Recycle Right’ This Holiday Season

Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today is reminding residents to Recycle Right this holiday season by recycling at the curb and at the...

Three Kings Day – A Community cultural celebration to highlight Latino traditions

Monroe County Office

7 hours ago2 min read

From the Community

Three Kings Day – A Community cultural celebration to highlight Latino traditions

ROCHESTER, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Legislature President Yversha Román announced today that they are partnering to...

Rochester Animal Services Is Home for the Paw-lidays

City of Rochester

2 days ago1 min read

From the Community

Rochester Animal Services Is Home for the Paw-lidays

Photo by Michael G on Unsplash Adult dog adoption fees are half off on Dec. 28 (Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024) – As the holiday bustle slows...

City Offices to Close Wednesday, Dec. 25 In Observance of the Christmas Holiday

City of Rochester

4 days ago1 min read

From the Community

City Offices to Close Wednesday, Dec. 25 In Observance of the Christmas Holiday

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(Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024) – Rochester City Hall, Neighborhood Service Centers , R-Centers , Rochester Animal Services , 311 Call Center...

National/World News

Racism, Reprisals and Retribution Expected from Trump Presidency

Barrington M. Salmon

4 hours ago5 min read

Racism, Reprisals and Retribution Expected from Trump Presidency

Donald Trump Despite dire warnings about the alarming plans Donald Trump and the MAGA-dominated Republican Party have for the United...

Staff Report

4 days ago2 min read

TikTok Fighting January Deadline for Ban; Appeals to Supreme Court

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The U.S. Supreme Court announced Wednesday that it will hear TikTok's appeal of a federal law that could lead to a nationwide ban of the...

David W. Marshall

5 days ago4 min read

Health Insurance Companies are Exposed

If a person faces any serious medical condition, ideally, the best situation is to be financially stable and never have to depend on the...

Contributing Blog/News

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

Ashley Curtis

Feb 113 min read

Contributing Blog-News

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

Contributing Blog-News

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,...

What All Rochester Vehicle Owners Need to Know About Auto Insurance

Ashley Curtis

Dec 11, 20233 min read

Contributing Blog-News

What All Rochester Vehicle Owners Need to Know About Auto Insurance

Rochester is a renowned global technology, science, research, and development hub. In terms of population, it's number three in New York...

What All Rochester Homeowners Need to Know About Water Damage

Ashley Curtis

Dec 6, 20233 min read

Contributing Blog-News

What All Rochester Homeowners Need to Know About Water Damage

If there are two words that no property owner ever wants to hear, these are probably water damage. This is one of the most serious issues...

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