New York State
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The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has introduced a new license plate design for the Finger Lakes region. This design is part of a novel collection of plates, each symbolizing one of the state’s ten officially recognized regions. The latest plate highlights a scenic view of a hillside, casting a gaze upon […]
New York State DMV will be launching custom license plates for each region in the state. Each region license plate will have a picture of famous landmarks or items that represent that area. Not sure if these custom plates will be mandatory or optional. https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/regional-news/new-york-dmv-to-unveil-finger-lakes-custom-license-plate/
Wildfires in Canada have caused a fresh wave of smoke to descend on the region of Rochester. The Environmental Protection Agency has indicated that the Air Quality Index in the area exceeded 150 yesterday morning, which implies that breathing conditions were unsafe, particularly for those who are more vulnerable. To combat this, Monroe County has […]
New York state department of health is doing its 8th HIV self-testing give away campaign. The statewide campaign will go from June 26th through August 6th. Data shows 112,000 people in New York State are living with HIV and thousands more have no idea of their status. ‘HIV Self-Test Giveaway Campaign,’ free testing for New […]
Today is the primary election day in New York State, including several significant races. The polls will be open from 6am to 9pm. Candidates will be competing for nominations in seven districts of the Monroe County Legislature.There are Democratic nominations at stake for four seats in the Rochester City Council and four positions in the […]
Lollypop Farm broke ground on their $20M expansion. This helps them carry on their work for the community. Recently, they took in over 150 cats from a hoarder in Gates just last June, just one example of the scope of care they are now providing. They’re making their dog and cat homes better, upgrading tech […]
The 2023 Rochester International Jazz Festival is set to kickoff this Friday. However, an exclusive sneak peek of the anticipated events has been shared in advance. Anchors Dan Schrack and Abby Fridmann from 13 WHAM’s Good Day Rochester will host a special show titled “Jam Session — Inside the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival”. This […]
Mayor Malik Evans announced that Rochester is launching the guaranteed basic income program for 351 households. This program will provide participants to receive monthly payments of $500 for a year, unconditionally. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years old, have been city residents for a minimum of one year, have a household income equal […]
New York State is taking big steps to broaden its paid parental leave program. Earlier this week, Governor Kathy Hochul shared the news that they’ve reached an agreement with the three biggest state unions, meaning they will enhance benefits for over 150,000 state employees. Next steps are the ratification of the union contracts. Once that […]
The Appellate Division of the New York State Supreme Court has dismissed appeals aiming to reverse a judge’s verdict permitting the establishment of the first Whole Foods store in the Rochester area, specifically in Brighton. The court passed the verdict on Friday, turning down objections from two groups that were opposing the project due to […]
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