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Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced eligibility for second COVID-19 vaccine booster doses. Every New Yorker 18 years or older, or 12 years who are moderate to severely immunocompromised, is eligible to get a second dose of the vaccine. The booster shot is free and widely available statewide, including at all state-run mass vaccination sites. Eligible […]
As we await the cause of the omicron sub-variant in Monroe County, Governor Kathy Hochul reminds us to stay vigilant. In her recent update over the weekend, Governor Hochul stated: “Our battle with COVID-19 isn’t over yet — we must remain vigilant. The vaccine is the tool that will move us forward safely through the […]
Yesterday, a national event for the deaf community, Deafopia, came to Rochester’s Main Street Armory. Deafopia is a national organization that provides a variety of services to deaf and hearing communities throughout the country. Locals such as comedians Tom Willard were able to present pop-up comedy shows at the event. Later that evening, a red […]
Yesterday, the Rochester New York Football Club (RNY FC), formerly known as the Rochester Rhinos, officials have announced this year’s season ticket options for home games. The team has an upcoming game today in St Louis, and the first home game will be played at MCC on April 23 against New York City FC II. […]
Yesterday, the American Medical Response made nationwide history as the first all-female class in Rochester to graduate from the Earn While You Learn program. The Earn While You Learn program first began in Buffalo back in 2018, with the purpose of the course being that they pay students full-time wage while they complete training and […]
According to Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Public Health Commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza, the omicron BA.2 variant, a subvariant of omicron, has been detected in Monroe County. Since the detection of this variant, leaders are warning that COVID cases are increasing because as of yesterday, for the second day in a row, new COVID […]
As the gas prices continue to skyrocket, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s plan hopes to bring temporary relief to New Yorkers. The Democratic lawmaker from Schenectady is introducing legislation to eliminate Thruway tolls in the summer months (June, July, and August) to mitigate inflation. Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara stated: “Typically the summer months are when most people make […]
Over the weekend, the City of Rochester’s Animal Services Center held a free pet adoption for everyone looking to find a new addition to their home. According to the ever, thirteen dogs and two cats were adopted! If you were seeking to bring home a new animal, all future owners had to bring a collar […]
Over the week, many gathered around on the steps of the Hall of Justice in Rochester, to recognize families facing eviction. Earlier this past week, the Rochester City Council voted against a law that would have provided and added protection for tenants who have fallen behind due to hard times. While there is nothing being […]
Just when we thought it was nearing the end of the pandemic ask the mask mandate was lifted last month, covid is unfortunately still affecting us. Recently, Governor Kathy Hochul extended the state disaster emergency for the state of NY in relation to COVID till April 15th, and it was originally supposed to end in […]