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Monroe County Executive Adam Bello temporarily suspended American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Community Resource Collaborative (CRC), which managed millions of federal dollars for community outreach. This decision came after the CRC reported financial mismanagement that led to an employee’s termination. The CRC was responsible for distributing nearly $7.2 million over four years […]
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello just announced the county will put a hold on the American Rescue Plan Act funding for a program due to funds being mishandled by a local organization The Community Resource Collaborative. After reviewing the money errors, the organization contacted Monroe County to report the mishap and dismissed an employee. The […]
(WHAM) – SUNY Brockport is gearing up for a remarkable event in anticipation of the total solar eclipse this spring, set to occur on April 8. The university recently held a town hall outlining the planned activities for this rare celestial event, emphasizing its significance as it marks the first occurrence in the Rochester area […]
Rochester, N.Y. – Monroe County Executive Adam Bello has announced the opening of the online application portal for Community Festival Funding, marking the second year of financial support for local events. The 2024 Monroe County Budget has earmarked at least $250,000, a $50,000 increase from the previous year, to bolster community festivals. Applications for festivals […]
(WROC) – Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services (REVS) is set to open its doors and provide much-needed critical care for pets in the Rochester community. Located within the Animal Hospital of Rochester on University Avenue, REVS aims to fill the gap left by the closure of VSES in Brighton last November. Dr. Brenda Buck, one of […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Fringe Festival has set this year’s date for September 10 to 21. Alongside this announcement, the submission period for venue shows has been outlined, starting on February 13 and concluding on March 21. Artists, acts, and producers eager to propose their productions for the festival may submit applications here. […]
In January, Rochester was introduced to the redevelopment plans for the Bull’s Head neighborhood by Dawson Co. and its subsidiary, DevelopROC. The redevelopment encompasses the area around West Main Street, Genesee Street, Chili Avenue, West Avenue, and Brown Street. The ambitious plan includes market-rate and affordable housing, commercial spaces, urban farming, a grocery store, and […]
This week, people living in the Pines of Perinton housing and members of Being Black in the Burbs attended Perinton’s town board meeting demanding needed change. After a fire that occurred in January 2022, the housing development was promised a $137 million renovation last spring. However, residents have reported that their initial optimism has been […]
The City of Rochester has given an update regarding the state of housing in the city as a new law on vacant houses takes effect this month. A new law will require any property owner with a building that’s been vacant for at least 60 days to register that property with the city and come […]
Antoinetta Tripodi Quinn, a children’s book author and teacher in Webster, was a guest on Good Day Rochester yesterday. She presented her latest publication, “Andrew Conquers the Court.” This narrative highlights the significant role of teamwork and leadership abilities that can be taught to children through sports. Such activities are pivotal in enhancing their confidence […]