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Earlier this week, a proposed bill titled “Bigger, Better Bottle Bill” introduced by Senator Rachel May, would increase the deposit for cans and bottles to 10 cents from 5 cents. The increase in revenue would be worth an estimated $170 to $350 million for the New York State Environmental Protection Fund, which Sen. May said […]
Last night the Rochester Red Wings hosted a screening of the movie “42,” a biopic about Jackie Robinson, the first Black player in Major League Baseball history, for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rochester for a Black History Month celebration. Red Wings general manager Dan Mason stated: “Just to make sure that the kids […]
As most are aware, there is a spike in car thefts, specifically Kia and Hyundai. In Rochester alone, nearly 500 cars have been stolen this year. Well, it looks like Rochester residents are beginning to receive software update letters from Kia for qualifying cars. The letter reads: “You may be aware of media reports regarding […]
Daniel Durant, the actor from the Academy Award-winning film ‘CODA’ took time to inspire students at RIT. Durant, who graduated from RIT’s National Technical Institute for the Deaf, hosted a film screening on campus, as well as answered questions, and meet and greets. CODA’ is now streaming on Apple TV+. Source: 13 Wham
Yesterday, the white supremacist, Peyton Gendron, who killed 10 Black people at a Tops in Buffalo was sentenced to life in prison without parole after listening to relatives of his victims express the pain and rage caused by his racist attack. Gendron also faces separate federal charges that could carry a death sentence if the […]
With all this warm weather, we can’t help but think of summer. One event to put on your calendar is the 2023 Rochester Pride Parade and Festival, set for Saturday, July 15th. The annual parade and festival celebrating the LGBTQ+ community will begin on Park Avenue, where the parade will work its way to the […]
Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul visited Innovation Square, formerly known as Xerox Tower, to highlight what her proposed budget has in store for the region. Gov Hochul talked about her budget proposal which includes a major investment to address a housing shortage across the state. Governor Hochul stated: “Perfect example of the new Rochester being built […]
Auto shops and drivers across New York state are adapting and preparing to change how their motor vehicle inspection process works. Replacing the current format of the sticker in your vehicle’s window, auto shops will transition from books of pre-written inspection stickers to blank rolls of stickers, where each individual inspection will be printed out […]
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here and while the Buffalo Bills may not be in the major game, safety Damar Hamlin made an appearance in Phoenix to receive the NFLPA’s Alan Page Community Award. Hamlin stated: “One of my favorite quotes: it’s a blessing to be a blessing. With that being said, I plan to […]
Every year we have to go through the same type of situation where a school has to apologize For serving fried chicken waffles and watermelon during black history month. A school in Nyack, New York which is located not too far from New York City and its food vendor issued an apology after serving fried […]
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