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The first class of GiGi U, a learning program designed for adults with Down syndrome, celebrated their graduation on May 2, 2024, in Rochester, NY. This program, hosted by GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester, has successfully equipped its graduates with the necessary skills to secure employment. The curriculum at GiGi U included both group programs—such as cooking, […]
A Rochester man, identified as Kyle Monroe, was arrested after being caught in a stolen car which had a disabled woman and a child inside at the time it was taken. The incident occurred when the vehicle was reported stolen from a parking lot on Lyell Avenue in Rochester, NY, around 2:15 p.m. The occupants, […]
The Wegmans Super Kids Market exhibit at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester is set to temporarily close from April 29 to May 22 for renovations. This popular kid-sized grocery store simulation allows children to shop and act as cashiers, offering a unique hands-on experience. The upcoming renovations will refresh the exhibit with […]
The City of Rochester has announced the lineup for the 2024 Party in the Park, set to take place every Thursday from July 11 through August 15 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Now in its 27th year, the event will feature a mix of established and tribute bands, starting at 6:00 p.m. with opening […]
Linian Song, the former owner of S Wellness Spa in Rochester, New York, has been charged with running a prostitution ring involving her current business, New Elegant Shiatsu in Lockport, as well as her previous establishment. A federal court criminal complaint alleges that both locations advertised sexual services on websites similar to Backpage and have […]
The City of Rochester has closed a section of Elm Street downtown due to safety concerns arising from the deteriorating condition of the former Cadillac Hotel and the adjacent Richford building. Loose materials on the buildings’ exteriors pose a threat to motorists and pedestrians. The closure spans from Atlas Street to Chestnut Street, including the […]
Rochester residents are encouraged to attend a Disaster Preparation Training Course aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to respond to and recover from disasters. The training, provided by the New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps, will cover essential steps and supplies needed for both natural and man-made disasters. Mayor Malik Evans […]
The recent passage of a $237 billion state budget has brought significant changes to eviction rules in Rochester, New York, sparking controversy among both tenants and property owners. The revised rules are meant to make evictions more difficult, particularly to protect tenants who pay rent and comply with their lease terms from unfair evictions and […]
The 13th annual Dr. Lemuel and Gloria Rogers African American Health Symposium recently focused on Alzheimer’s and dementia among African Americans in Rochester, N.Y. This symposium aimed to raise awareness about the higher incidence of these cognitive disorders in the African American community, which is reported to be twice as likely to experience Alzheimer’s and […]
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has announced that police officers will disguise themselves as highway maintenance workers along State Route 104 as part of “Operation Hardhat.” This initiative aims to crack down on traffic violations within work zones, such as speeding, using cell phones while driving, ignoring flagging directions, not wearing seat […]
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