Author: DJ Sight
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We’ve been having this conversation at the station about why younger people use terms like “Aunties” and “Cougars” for women, and “Unks” and “Silver Foxes” for men—and what actually qualifies someone for those labels. It all came up after hearing about an event called the “Older Adult Expo,” which made us realize that words like […]
Kristopher Culbertson, 42, of Canandaigua, was arrested after a vehicle search uncovered illegal weapons and gear, including an assault rifle, high-capacity magazines, a loaded handgun, and body armor, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Culbertson, originally from Colorado, is barred by court order from owning such weapons. He was charged with criminal possession of […]
A Walmart employee in Victor, David Ashworth, was arrested after allegedly stealing $10,047 from his cash register, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators say he took the money during his shift, hid it in a pouch, and retrieved it before leaving the store. Ashworth was charged with grand larceny, arrested Monday night, and […]
The Rochester Teachers Association (RTA) has filed class action lawsuits against the Rochester City School District after nearly 150 teachers reported not being paid for summer work. The payroll issue, which began in early July, remains unresolved for some staff. The district attributes the problem to a software switch to the Oracle platform. Despite union […]
The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester is distributing over 500 school supply bags, donated by local businesses, partners, and Walmart shoppers. Volunteers packed the bags Tuesday, and they will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, at the Salvation Army building on Liberty Pole Way in […]
A new phishing scam is circulating in New York, sending text messages that appear to be from the DMV about “unpaid penalties” or traffic tickets. The messages link to fake DMV websites designed to steal personal information. Monroe County Clerk Jamie Romeo warns that the DMV never verifies information via calls or texts. Residents are […]
ROC the Block, a community block party-style job fair series, is holding its third event Wednesday at the Salvation Army on West Avenue. The series began June 11 at The International Plaza and continues weekly on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The final fair is scheduled for Sept. 24 at Parcel 5. Employers […]
Town of Irondequoit Older Adult Expo– Wednesday, August 20th! Join us for a fun, informative, and FREE day at the Irondequoit Older Adult Expo! Wednesday, August 20th Irondequoit Community Center, 450 Skyview Centre, 14622 (Formerly the Old Medley Center, located off East Ridge Rd) 9am – 12noon Connect with local organizations, discover helpful services, and meet […]
Around 150 Rochester City School District employees have not received full or any paychecks due to a payroll system change on July 1. The Rochester Teachers Association is offering interest-free emergency loans of up to $2,000 through a partnership with Advantage Federal Credit Union. The union plans to meet with district leaders this week to […]
The FIT program aims to identify all homeless students and ensure they receive their full educational rights by removing barriers to school attendance and academic achievement. Elizabeth Reyes Associate Director of Families in Transition Elizabeth.Reyes@RCSDK12.ORG Chrisandra L. Mareus FIT Lead Social Worker 585-324-9983 Chrisandra.Mareus@RCSDK12.ORG Gladys Williams FIT Secretary 585-324-9982 Gladys.Williams@rcsdk12.org Elda Lopez Santana FIT Home […]
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