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Amazon has donated $500,000 to support STEM programs for underserved youth in Rochester, NY. The funds were split between the Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC) and the Greater Rochester Afterschool & Summer Alliance. Simeone Banister, President and CEO of the Rochester Area Community Foundation, emphasized that such investments are crucial for preparing young people […]
A third-prize-winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Rochester, NY, at Maklan Food Inc. on Genesee Street, according to the NYS Lottery. Another ticket of the same value was purchased in Fresh Meadows, NY, for Wednesday’s drawing. Earlier in the month, a TAKE 5 ticket worth over $11,000 was sold at the Wegmans on […]
One of the on-ramps to I-490 East from South Avenue in Rochester will close Friday, July 12 through Wednesday, July 17. The ramp carrying South Avenue under the highway will also be closed during that time. The closures are due to water main maintenance, according to the City of Rochester. They could be extended depending […]
The remnants of Hurricane Beryl brought severe weather to Western New York, resulting in four confirmed tornadoes on Wednesday. Two EF-1 tornadoes and two EF-0 tornadoes touched down south of Buffalo within two hours. The strongest tornado, an EF-1 with winds up to 110 mph, struck Arkwright, damaging trees and homes along a three-mile path. […]
The A.P. Property Services Rochester Airshow will take place on August 3 and 4 at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport. The event will feature the Frecce Tricolori, the Italian National Jet Team, performing in the U.S. for the first time in 32 years, showcasing the colors of the Italian flag. Other highlights include […]
Law enforcement in Rochester is emphasizing the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles, following two recent child abduction incidents. On Saturday night, a car was stolen on Dr. Samuel McCree Way with a two-year-old child inside. The vehicle was quickly recovered with the child unharmed. Earlier in the week, another abduction occurred, leading to […]
The 2nd event in the Fourth Annual ROC the Block Community Employment Fairs will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 10 at the Franklin High School front yard, 950 Norton St. ROC the Block Community Employment Fairs are a neighborhood-based hiring initiative that brings businesses and recruiters to each of Rochester’s […]
In anticipation of forecasted high temperatures, Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City will conduct a Cool Sweep operation on Tuesday, July 9. City R-Centers, pools, Durand Eastman Beach, some library branches, and spray parks and features will be available so residents can remain safe and comfortable. Some locations will also have extended […]
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 and the second leading cause for those 5 to 14, per the CDC. In 2021, 973 children under 19 drowned in the U.S., and another 6,500 had near-drowning incidents. Key safety measures include always having an adult monitor the water and ensuring […]
The opening of the Maplewood Library’s temporary location has been postponed to Wednesday, July 10, as renovations begin at the main site. Originally set to open on Monday, the temporary location at the former Holy Rosary Church will provide regular library services, including access to computers, the library collection, copier, fax machine, and programs. The […]
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