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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 […]
The Rochester Board of Education approved a one-year contract extension with the Rochester Teachers Association. The contract includes a 4% salary increase for all association members and a $2,500 retention bonus for teachers active between June 1 and Sept. 15 of next year. District officials said the agreement, which amounts to about $7.5 million, was […]
Patrick Schlott, a 31-year-old electrical engineer from Vermont, is tackling rural communication gaps by restoring vintage pay phones and enabling them to make free calls across the U.S. and Canada. Using his own funds and internet-based calling tech, Schlott has installed these phones in several towns in Orange County, where cell service is often unreliable. […]
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 […]
Donald Trump may be giving Sean “Diddy” Combs a “Get out of jail free” card. An administration source told Deadline that a pardon for the “Act Bad” rapper is being “seriously considered” after Combs was found guilty of two counts of prostitution. However, a source told Page Six: “The White House will not confirm or deny […]
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 […]
Ari Fletcher is ending July as she started it: keeping fans guessing about her relationship! At the start of the month, the beauty entrepreneur fueled speculations of a breakup from Moneybagg Yo. However, right after her birthday, a huge diamond ring seemingly gifted by her man turned heads! Most recently, Fletcher teased a throwback photo […]
Upstate Niagara Cooperative announced the closure of its Rochester dairy plant by the end of 2025, citing market shifts and declining demand for fresh milk. Nearly 100 employees will be impacted by the shutdown, with production shifting to other UNC facilities. CEO Kevin Ellis emphasized the difficult nature of the decision and pledged support for […]
Starting September 30, the Social Security Administration will stop mailing paper checks to beneficiaries, requiring recipients to use direct deposit or the Direct Express debit card. The change affects around 500,000 people—less than 1% of all beneficiaries. The move is part of a broader government effort to modernize payment systems and combat check fraud. Paper […]
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