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Over this past weekend, the Civil Rights Museum on Wheels was at Zion Church on Clarissa Street. The museum’s bus is a GMC TDH transit bus that was built in 1951, which is also the exact make and model of the bus Rosa Parks rode on the day she refused to give up her seat. […]
Henrietta firefighters have a new tool for particular emergencies. The Henrietta Fire District received a Dolphin ring cutter as a generous donation from Walmart. This device facilitates the swift and secure removal of a ring from a swollen or injured finger. Henrietta Fire District Battalion Chief Jared Guhl stated:”The cutter self-regulates its depth and speed […]
It’s a sad day for those who are a fan of Wegmans soda, aka WPOP. Their reasons are due to worries over synthetic components in their products, and that the soda does not align with their “Our Food You Feel Good About” standards. The company remains dedicated to promoting healthier living for its customers. Wegmans […]
A convenience store located in downtown Rochester on St Paul street was forced to close by the city of Rochester. Reports say the store was closed because the City and RPD believes it’s a big contributor to the problems in that area next to the RTS bus terminal. 2 men were shot in that same […]
On Sunday, the 103rd anniversary of women’s suffrage was celebrated. Local female creatives showcased their talents at Susan B. Anthony Park in commemoration. Additionally, the upcoming 19th Amendment Emporium was introduced, designed to be a hub where women can explore new creative ventures or learn entrepreneurship skills to succeed in business. Set to open its […]
The ROC Against Gun Violence Coalition seeks to end gun violence in Rochester by bringing attention to the causes and effects of gun violence and promoting quality of life in Rochester’s neighborhoods. The Coalition is made up of community partners and stakeholders who are already working to end gun violence using three unified tools: to […]
The 2023 A.P. Property Services Airshow is set to take flight this weekend at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport. Attendees can look forward to exhilarating performances by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, along with the MQ-9 Reapers, MH-65 Dolphin, and A-10C Thunderbolts, among others. Originating from Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, the […]
The Monroe County Legislature enacted the Fair Chance Employment Act and prohibited “the box,” banning inquiries about criminal history on county job applications. During yesterday’s legislative meeting, the lawmakers cast their votes, resulting in a 20 to 9 decision in favor of the act. Source: 13 WHAM
This year at Bills training camp, local health organizations are launching nutritional awareness campaigns featuring a two-for-one special. Foodlink has joined forces with others to tackle the issue of food insecurity within New York State. To address the vital need for food access, they have deployed mobile farm market trucks to the camp. Nichole Borch […]
This week, Monroe County is taking its Recycling Education Road Show to nearby farmers’ markets. This past Sunday at the Brockport Farmers’ Market, Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services enlightened the community on the correct methods of recycling. Tina Stephens, the county’s waste diversion and education coordinator, emphasized the importance of proper recycling, stating: “The […]
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