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As we get closer to election day November 2022 Democrat Congressman Joe Morelle faces off with former Rochester police chief La’Ron Singletary who is running Republican for the 25th congressional district. They will battle it out tonight in a debate. There’s a lot to talk about may the best man win.
Over this weekend, the third annual Black Business Roc Gala honored several business owners here in Rochester for their contributions and service to the communities they serve. Co-owner of Honey B Home and Essentials, Marquis Butler, stated: “A lot of times as a business owner, and especially a Black business owner, its easy to get […]
Today, Sunday, October 2nd, the first-ever service truck rodeo is happening at St. Michael’s Church from 12 pm to 4 pm. Rochester Hope, a new organization, is putting on the event hoping to connect people in need with the services they need the most, featuring over 20 social service organizations. Daniel Ruiz, volunteer director of […]
Come down to the Community Health Fair 9AM – 1PM. Health preventive screenings on site, free mammogram screenings, free covid vaccinations, and free dental care & more! Location: Genesee Baptist Church 149 Brooks Avenue. No insurance needed.
Exciting news for Rochester: The American Chemical Society plans to name Kodak a National Historic Chemical Landmark. According to a press release, the honor recognizes Kodak’s “legacy in chemistry and future in advanced materials and chemicals.” On Monday, there will a celebration in a ceremony at the Kodak Center on West Ridge Road. The American […]
New study shows New York State ranked 4th in the country when it comes to pedestrian fatalities with 2,534 people killed over an 8 year time period. California ranked at number one with almost 8,000 pedestrian fatalities. The study was done between 2012 – 2020. NY ranks 4th in states with highest pedestrian deaths – […]
Reports say more couples are using wedding registries to raise money and put a nice down payment on a mortgage. Some couples raised money between $10,000 – $30,000. Since 2019 wedding registry websites say they’ve noticed more couples using the platform to raise money. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessinsider.com/couples-using-registries-to-get-help-with-mortgage-down-payments-2022-9%3famp
Avenue BlackBox Theatre, a local Black-owned theatre, has been awarded a combination of grants and donations to improve its operations and community outreach. The theatre secured $190,000 to hire new employees, improve youth and community relations, and improve its building on Joseph Avenue. New York State Senator Samra Brouk stated: “The Avenue BlackBox Theatre is […]
Reports say Rochester’s latest homicide victim was a retired RPD officer according to multiple sorceresses. Reports say the incident happened on Jefferson Ave and Iceland St around 2am Sunday morning. This is Rochester’s 62nd homicide around this time last year the city was at 57. Sources say victim in fatal Jefferson Ave. shooting was a […]
Stolen catalytic converters have been a hot topic in Monroe County. A local scrap metal company is collaborating with the Brighton police department to fight against catalytic converter theft by handing out free catalytic converter identification kits. The kits will help vehicle owners be able to identify their catalytic converter if it’s stolen and sold […]