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AP reports that Cuba is seeing a rapid increase in youth drug use linked to “químico,” a synthetic cannabinoid mixture applied to paper (“papelitos”), cut into small doses, and smoked. The story says a dose costs about 250 Cuban pesos (roughly 50 cents), making it cheaper than some basic food items. Cuban health officials cited […]
Published: Feb. 25, 2026Source: WXXI NewsThe Center for Teen Empowerment opened a new teen hub in Rochester’s Maplewood Historic District at the corner of Dewey and Magee avenues. The article describes the location as an area that has seen fatal shootings in recent years and says the organization aims to address violence through youth engagement […]
Published: Feb. 25, 2026Source: News10NBC (WHEC)Roc the Future Alliance is preparing to present its 13th annual State of Our Children Address and released data ahead of the event focused on academic readiness and proficiency in Rochester. The report lists kindergarten readiness at about 50% locally. It also shows third-grade English Language Arts proficiency for the […]
The City of Rochester’s Summer of Opportunity Program and Monroe County’s Summer Youth Employment Program are inviting community partners to help provide local youth with valuable summer internships. Over six weeks, hundreds of young people will gain meaningful work experiences across various sectors, including government, nonprofits, and private businesses. Interns will work 20 hours per […]
A Rochester youth football coach was shot during a game in Buffalo Sunday morning just before noon. According to police, the 31-year-old victim, a man from Rochester, was shot while attending the youth football game in the area of Sycamore and Koons Avenue, right near the Harvey Austin Elementary School. He was taken to the […]
On March 25, 2024, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law HB 3, implementing one of the nation’s strictest social media regulations for minors. The new legislation prohibits children under the age of 14 from having social media accounts, and mandates the termination of existing accounts for this age group. Teenagers aged 14 and 15 […]
The City of Rochester R-Center’s has shifted their their operating hours to offer innovative programs for this week during Spring Recess. Depending on where you live in the City of Rochester and what R-Center is closest there are a plethora of programs and activities to do to keep young people busy. City R-Centers, which are […]
The City of Rochester held a press conference Wednesday for young people in the community to get them more involved in programs. The press conference was about the opportunities available for youth in the community that are meaningful and help build skills in leadership. The city is asking young people to get more involved in […]
The City of Rochester is hosting its ROC Youth Community Resource and Employment Fair on Saturday March 11th. It runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Monroe Community College Downtown Campus, 321 State St. Youth ages 14 to 25 can connect with recruiters and community agency representatives to learn about job opportunities. They can also […]
If you are looking for help with a young person that is a family member or friend who is involved with gangs contact Pathways to Peace. If you know of a dispute between youth you can also get in contact with Pathways to Peace via text. You can text or call Pathways to Peace (585) 314-8666. […]
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