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Ronald Houston, WROC-TV’s first Black reporter, is finally receiving recognition for his role in Rochester’s media history. Houston worked at WROC from 1968 to 1975, serving as a disc jockey, newscaster, announcer, and television reporter. Despite his significant contributions, his name was largely absent from historical accounts of Rochester’s Black broadcasters. His daughter, Carla Davis, […]
Natasha Alford, a former WROC-TV (Channel 8) reporter in Rochester, has authored a memoir titled “American Negra,” drawing from her unique life experiences at the intersection of Black and Puerto Rican cultures. Growing up, Alford felt unrepresented in popular culture and literature, prompting her to encapsulate her journey in this work. The memoir has garnered […]
The 47th annual Tops Rochester St. Patrick’s Day Parade is set to enliven downtown Rochester on Saturday, March 16, 2024, starting at 12:30 p.m. The parade, featuring over 100 entries including 3,000 marchers, nine bands, and eight Irish dance schools, will commence at East Avenue and Alexander Street, proceeding to the Liberty Pole and then […]
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