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On February 12, 2024, about 20 students and their teachers from five Rochester schools traveled to Albany to advocate for the Advanced Placement (AP) programs. The delegation aims to meet with state legislators to discuss the importance of sustaining AP program support. Their agenda includes addressing the funding for AP exam fees and the necessity […]
Rochester Red Wings’ General Manager, Dan Mason, announces a unique promotion for the team’s opening day. Mason, known as the “Duke of Doppler,” guarantees that if the temperature does not reach at least 50 degrees on the ballpark thermometer on opening day, fans can exchange their tickets for another home game in April or May. […]
After a long-fought legal battle, Cristal Starling of Rochester successfully reclaimed $8,040 that police seized during a 2020 raid on her apartment. No drugs were found in her residence, but the money was seized, and her then-boyfriend was arrested on unrelated charges, from which he was later acquitted. With assistance from the Institute for Justice, […]
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 […]
(Democrat & Chronicle) – Rochester Public Market has plans to introduce new storefronts and residential spaces on a city-owned parking lot near North Union Street. The city of Rochester seeks a developer committed to fostering small businesses to construct the privately-owned building, aiming to accommodate the growing demand from existing and aspiring market vendors. 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 […]
Greece, N.Y. (WROC) – Over two decades after James Reaves Sr.’s stellar basketball career at Edison Tech and professional play, his legacy continues through his nephews at Athena High School, Greece, NY. Khorie, a senior guard, and his junior twin brothers, I’zayah and I’zick, have propelled the Athena Trojans to an unbeaten season, echoing their […]
Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) – The Community Justice Initiative launched its Black Business Marketplace series in Rochester, NY, on Sunday, February 4th. The Black Business Marketplace featured over 20 businesses, raffle prizes, testimonials, and music performances. The series aims to promote Black-owned businesses to foster economic stability within the Black community. This initiative encourages more business […]
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Urban League of Rochester has launched INTERRUPT RACISM, an anti-racism training program for local businesses committed to fostering an equitable work environment. This initiative seeks to identify and address policies or behaviors that obstruct diversity within organizations. Dr. Candice Lucas, the Senior VP for Equity and Advocacy at the Urban […]