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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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
New York’s Summer EBT program opens applications on July 1, providing $120 per school-aged child monthly for groceries during summer. Eligible families include those already on SNAP, Temporary Assistance, or reduced-price school meals, with others needing to apply online. Applications require a NY.gov ID and details about each child and household member. Funds expire 122 […]
Swimming is free at Durand Eastman with lifeguards on duty from Noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Genesee Valley Park Pool has some special hours and rates starting Monday through July 7, the city announced: Genesee Valley Park Pool Hours Open Swim Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 12 noon 1 to 4:45 […]
Dr. Lesli Myers-Small, former Superintendent of the Rochester City School District (RCSD), has been appointed as the Interim Executive Director of the Police Accountability Board (PAB) in Rochester, New York. She will begin her role on June 24, pending confirmation by the City Council. The PAB highlighted her leadership experience and commitment to diversity and […]
Get ready for an awesome football camp at Edison High School’s football field! It’s open to both boys & girls, ages 6-12 to enjoy a completely free experience. There will be water and snacks all set for the young athletes. Hurry, the registration is liked down below, and the deadline is June 30th (slots are […]
The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect is making the current heat wave in Rochester feel even hotter. This phenomenon occurs because urban areas, with their large expanses of asphalt, concrete, and stone, trap and store heat during the day and re-radiate it at night. As a result, city temperatures can be 2 to 6 degrees […]
Lakethia Clark, a Tuscaloosa, Alabama resident, is transforming her home into a child care site, addressing the significant child care shortage in the state. After years of underpaid work in child care, she left the field to become a hospital housekeeper but missed working with children. Inspired by the 3by3 program, spearheaded by Holly Glasgow, […]
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