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Yesterday afternoon, the Rochester Police Department was on the hunt to find an Amazon delivery truck that was stolen. According to the investigation, someone took the truck on the 900 block of Monroe Avenue at around 2 pm. The Amazon truck that was missing had a Florida license plate 06AULG. As of right now, no […]
After a low-key website launch earlier this week, millions of COVID test kits will soon be shipped out to people across the county. In order to place this free request, click here. On this USPS link, you will be directed to fill out a contact form. If you live in an apartment complex, make sure […]
New York State assemblyman Demond Meeks along with Monroe County executive Adam Bello and City of Rochester Mayor Malik Evans and Pastor Warren Meeks Jr. will be giving away free at home rapid COVID test kits. This is a free event to the community and it’ll be happening from 3pm – 5 PM at Rochester […]
With a “Code Blue” in effect the county wants to make sure that anyone who doesn’t have a warm place to stay can get shelter, especially in the midst of a major winter storm. People can go to 210 W Main St. for warmth and shelter. Capacity has been increased ahead of the storm. If […]
Yesterday, in preparation for the incoming storm, Governor Kathy Hochul spoke to urge New Yorkers to prepare for heavy snow, ice, and wind expected. According to the current report, New Yorkers could see three inches of snow pile up per hour with at least 18 inches accumulating in Western New York, the Finger Lakes, and […]
As the NYSPHSAA Competitive Cheerleading Championships approach, many high school cheerleaders are pushing back against a COVID-19 vaccine requirement as the event is set to take place at Rochester Institute of Technology on March 5. In an online petition on change.org, over 11,000 people have signed to move the event or let unvaccinated girls compete. […]
During a press conference yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul updated New Yorkers on the state’s progress combating COVID-19, stating that NY has secured 64 million test kits. According to Governor Hochul, two million more kits are coming to schools, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, & congregate facilities. As of Thursday/Friday, the Health Electronic Response Data System […]
Monroe County legislators have proposed a new law that offers up to a 10% exemption on property taxes for the volunteer fire department and ambulance service members. The county legislators, Paul Dondorfer (R) and John Baynes (D) are the ones who are leading the bipartisan effort to give back to the volunteers. This new legislation […]
A new guidance released this week from the New York Department of Health says students who were exposed to COVID and are eligible for a booster shot must be boosted to attend after-school clubs and sports. In addition to this requirement, students who test positive for COVID can return to sports with clearance from their […]
Are you interested in getting a COVID-19 vaccine for yourself and/or your child? Look no further than our own backyard! The Rochester City School District is continuing to host COVID vaccination clinics for students and families in the district. In addition to the vaccine, Monroe County has provided an incentive to get vaccinated. Ages 5-11 […]