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Renovations at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport are set to commence, as announced by Governor Hochul on Friday. The $38.1 million project aims to modernize the main terminal, enhancing efficiency and traveler experience. This initiative follows a $230 million investment in Upstate New York airports, with Rochester receiving $18 million. Key updates include modern […]
Morris Day reflects on the 40th anniversary of Prince’s iconic film “Purple Rain,” highlighting its cultural impact and his personal journey. Released in 1984, “Purple Rain” established Prince as a pop legend, earning over $70 million globally on a $7.2 million budget and winning an Academy Award. The soundtrack, featuring hits like “Let’s Go Crazy” […]
Denmark will become the first country to impose a carbon tax on livestock emissions starting in 2030, targeting cows, sheep, and pigs to reduce greenhouse gases, particularly methane, a potent contributor to global warming. The tax aims to cut Danish greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels by 2030. Initially, farmers will pay 300 […]
Elementary students from West Irondequoit Central School District organized the first-ever beach cleanup at Durand Eastman Beach, inspiring the community to combat littering. More than 50 students and their families collected items like drink cans, shattered glass bottles, a television, and a standing house fan. Co-organizer Greyson Gilbert highlighted the importance of a clean environment, […]
Akil “Sonny” McLeod from Arizona has been named the 2024 Gerber Baby, announced on his first birthday. Known for his sunny disposition and engaging smile, Sonny won over the judges in Gerber’s 14th annual photo search. The winning photo features him in a yellow-and-white striped onesie, posing with his first ABC book. Sonny celebrated his […]
A court-appointed bankruptcy trustee has filed an emergency motion amid disputes among Sandy Hook families regarding the assets of Alex Jones’ Infowars. Following defamation suits, families were awarded nearly $1.5 billion in damages against Jones for falsely claiming the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting never occurred. The families are now divided, with some accusing others of […]
Rochester, NY, is set to welcome two major new store openings: ALDI and Shake Shack. ALDI will open its latest location on East Ridge Road on Thursday, June 27 at 8:45 a.m., offering the first 100 customers gift bags filled with fan favorites and a gift card. The store will provide delivery and curbside pickup […]
Anderson .Paak has unveiled plans for a U.S. tour in 2024 to celebrate the anniversary of his critically acclaimed album, “Malibu.” The tour, produced by Live Nation, will see .Paak perform the entire album across 14 dates, starting on September 18 in Bend, Oregon, at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater and concluding on October 13 in […]
China has successfully returned the first-ever samples from the far side of the moon, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration. The Chang’e 6 mission, which landed on this remote part of the moon earlier in June, utilized a satellite for communication due to the lack of direct line-of-sight with Earth. The mission collected samples […]
The University of Rochester School Medical Center and Rochester School of Nursing have announced a three-year extension of their UR Nursing Scholars Program, now continuing through the summer of 2027. This initiative offers a tuition-free education in the Accelerated Bachelor’s in Nursing program. Due to the extension, an additional 300 scholarships will be available to […]
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