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Colder winter temperatures are increasing energy use across New York, and applications are now open for the Emergency Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). RG&E is offering outreach this month to help customers understand energy-saving tools, billing, and available assistance programs. A HEAP advocate will be onsite at the RG&E Customer Service Center on West Avenue […]
Several Rochester-area school districts said social media threats targeting schools in Monroe, Livingston, and Erie counties were not credible. East Irondequoit, Gates-Chili, and the Rochester City School District reported the threats, which East Irondequoit believed originated in Texas. Police and school security increased vigilance, and students were encouraged to report suspicious activity. Rochester police said […]
Several new town supervisors across Monroe County are being sworn in following November’s general election, where multiple incumbents were defeated or chose not to run. All town supervisor positions in Monroe County were on the ballot in November, though some races were uncontested.
Monroe County is expanding its Curbside Recycling Program to accept plastic to-go and paper cups, just in time for the holiday season when waste typically surges by 25%. County Executive Adam Bello said this move places the region ahead of many others, with the recyclable materials going to the MCRC facility in Rochester. Residents are […]
The Rochester City School District will celebrate Monroe High School on Tuesday after the Red Jackets won the Class B New York State Championship earlier this month. Monroe captured the first state title in RCSD history with a 34–0 win over Sleepy Hollow at the JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse. Players will visit RCSD’s Central […]
Blossom Road has reopened following a water main break near Ellison Hills Drive in the town of Penfield. The road had been closed between the entrance to Ellison Park and Blossom Road at Browncroft Boulevard. Blossom Road re-opens after water main break
Rochester residents and businesses are responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks in front of their properties until snowfall reaches four inches, at which point the city begins plowing. While the average household pays about $98 a year for city plowing, property owners must clear sidewalks within four daylight hours after a storm ends or face […]
With frigid temperatures in the 10-day forecast, Monroe County leaders are reminding people about free transportation to warming centers. The county issues “Code Blue” any time temperatures dip below 32 degrees or winter weather conditions pose a serious risk. During that time, RTS bus services offer free transportation to shelters, including the Open Door Mission […]
With freezing temperatures in Monroe County, Code Blue was activated, prompting shelters like House of Mercy and Open Door Mission to open warming centers. These shelters provide food, warmth, and a welcoming space for unhoused individuals. Executive Director Michael Ford emphasized the importance of dignity and community, while guests like Kattie Brighon and Verlanda shared […]
Monroe County hosted its annual Lights on for Life Motorcade to mark National Impaired Driving Awareness Month. Organized by the STOP-DWI Program and families of DWI victims, the event aimed to honor victims and raise awareness. STOP-DWI is funded entirely by fines from impaired drivers and reinvests those funds into outreach and education. Despite a […]
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