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Our local parks are long overdue for some revamping, and it seems Monroe County is one step ahead of us. Last year, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello announced $7.2 million for the project. Yesterday at Powder Mills Park, he announced an additional $9.4 million will be made, saying it’s worth the investment. Bello stated: “These […]
The Rochester City School District is desperately seeking to fill hundreds of vacant positions for this upcoming school year. Yesterday, the district held and will continue to hold recruitment events, hiring individuals on site. In addition to recruitment events, the RCSD is also partnering with community-based organizations, including the Ibero-American Action League, Rochester Works, the […]
Who’s ready for football season? Over this past weekend, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello was joined by Buffalo Bills Executive Vice President Ron Raccuia and St. John Fisher University President Gerald Rooney to present a proclamation celebrating the Bills’ return to Monroe County. The Buffalo Bills training camp will continue at St. John Fisher University […]
Over this past weekend, Willpower Media Company hosted its third annual Black Culture Festival, sharing music, arts, love, and soul. The Black Culture Festival is a celebration of Black culture and the success the community has created and accomplished. At this year’s festival, the festival gave away a scholarship for a college-bound student, who plans […]
Looking for a cold treat? Foodlink and Adirondack Creamery got you covered. While Foodlink already provides free, healthy meals for hundreds of kids each day, they have now partnered up with Adirondack Creamery so that kids this summer can get ice cream. This special treat will be available every Friday in August. Paul Nasrani of […]
After a two-year hiatus, PlayROCs Your Neighborhood has returned! Healthi Kids teamed up with 50 neighborhood partners for the return of its 5th PlayROCs Your Neighborhood event to raise awareness and advocate for safe, accessible play spaces for children of Rochester. Activities at any of the 50 pop-up locations across the city included kickball, jump […]
While President Biden declared a public health emergency, Monroe County’s top doctor says it’s critical people take precautions against monkeypox. Currently, there have been six confirmed cases in Monroe County and all infected patients have traveled outside the area. Public Health Commissioner Dr. Michael Mendoza stated: “Students will be coming from areas where monkeypox may […]
Last night, the 52nd annual Puerto Rican Festival began at Frontier Field, following a two-year absence. This three-day event continues today and tomorrow, featuring live music, food, cultural events, and much more. The festival’s president Orlando Ortiz stated: “Ultimately, the PR festival is like a family reunion – we come here, we see people that […]
Looking for something fun to do? A festival that’s out of this world is happening at the Rochester Museum and Science Center this week! RMSC “space fest” allows kids of all ages to explore all things space through interactive lessons giving them an opportunity to have fun all while learning about the solar system. Director […]
If you are looking for a job that will pay for college, Amazon may be right for you. Yesterday, the company announced a new program that will Amazon employees to pursue a bachelor’s degree at SUNY Brockport at no cost. Career Choice program will cover tuition and select fees for qualifying hourly employees who are […]