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Rochester Regional Health Reach is hosting its third annual “Homeless Health Fair” on Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Alexander Park Pavilion in Rochester. The event will provide free services for people experiencing homelessness, including health screenings, insurance enrollment, haircuts, housing assistance, clothing, furniture, food, Narcan training, and more. Rochester Regional’s Health […]
A massive fire broke out Thursday night at a vacant four-story building at Dewey and Lyell avenues, prompting a fifth alarm due to its size and threat to nearby homes. The former Tent City building, under construction, partially collapsed. Nearby homes sustained exterior damage, but no interior fires were found. A second fire also occurred […]
A man in his 30s was shot and killed by Rochester police Thursday night in the 19th Ward after reportedly pulling a gun and refusing to drop it. Officers responded to reports of attempted car break-ins. A firearm was found next to the suspect. The NYS Attorney General is investigating, and the officers are on […]
Study Finds Huge Decline in Teen Drinking Since 2000s Teens today drink far less than those in the early 2000s, according to a new study. While drinking used to be a key part of teen social life, most high schoolers now rarely drink or abstain entirely—often socializing online instead. The shift reflects changing norms, increased […]
Candace Taylor, 35, of Slidell, Louisiana, has been arrested and charged with Medicaid fraud after authorities say she falsely claimed low income to obtain government healthcare benefits while secretly running a multi-million-dollar business empire. Dubbed the “Medicaid millionaire” by the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office, Taylor allegedly manipulated income reports and used an alias—“Candace Sailor”—in her […]
New York public schools must finalize plans by Friday for a new statewide ban on student cell phone use during the school day. Policies include storing phones in lockers or backpacks, with exceptions for medical or special needs. Enforcement will begin with warnings and escalate to detention. Officials say the goal is to reduce distractions […]
High Noon is recalling certain Beach Variety packs in six states (FL, NY, OH, SC, VA, WI) because some cans labeled as Celsius Astro Vibe energy drink actually contain vodka seltzer. The mislabeled cans could lead to accidental alcohol consumption. The issue arose from a packaging error involving a shared supplier. No related illnesses have […]
You’re invited to the ROC ROYAL 12th Annual Back 2 School Giveaway & Wellness Affair, happening on Saturday, August 16 at East High School, 1801 East Main Street, Rochester. Join us for a day of family fun, free resources, and community wellness as we help students gear up for the new school year. Event Highlights: […]
The city of Rochester issued a rare directive last week, requiring businesses along North Clinton Avenue to close early on Saturday following the Puerto Rican Festival. The festival, one of the city’s largest summer events, took place from Thursday through Saturday at Parcel Five in downtown Rochester. The order came in response to past incidents […]
The Biden-era “SAVE Plan,” which offered an interest-free pause on federal student loan payments, is set to expire on Friday. Borrowers can transition to an income-based repayment plan, but officials warn that monthly payments could more than double compared to what they paid under the SAVE Plan. The SAVE Plan, which paused interest and minimized […]
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