U of R School of Education Receives $3.25 Million Nation Science Foundation Grant
The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $3.25 million grant to the University of Rochester’s Warner School of Education to...
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Shanique Byrd
- 1 day ago
- 2 min
Howard Eagle and Supporters Disrupt School Board Meeting
The Rochester City School Board meeting at East High School erupted into chaos last Thursday, as protestors disrupted the proceedings,...
Staff Report
- 4 days ago
- 2 min
New NYS Thruway Rate Increase Goes Into Effect on Jan. 1, 2024
The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) Board of Directors approved a rate increase toll adjustment on the New York State Thruway...
Staff
- 5 days ago
- 2 min
FREE Five-Week Cannabis Worker Course To Take Place at Rochester Public Library
An in-person five-week legal cannabis industry workforce development course is scheduled to take place on Saturdays from September 30,...
Staff
- 7 days ago
- 1 min
Local Events Set to Recognize and Celebrate 2023 Indigenous Peoples’ Day
A series of free, ASL-interpreted and inclusive activities will take place around the city of Rochester in recognition and celebration of...
Shanique Byrd
- Sep 25
- 3 min
Cynthia Elliott, RCSD Board President Says School Reconfiguration is a Priority
Rochester City School Board President Cynthia Elliott is a passionate advocate for the Comprehensive School Reconfiguration Plan. She...
Staff
- Sep 22
- 2 min
$1.1 Million Grant Awarded to RCSD by NYS Department of Labor
The Rochester City School District (RCSD) announced its receipt of a $1.1 million grant from the New York State Department of Labor...
Shanique Byrd
- Sep 22
- 2 min
RCSD School Reconfiguration Plan will have Large Impact on Schools, Students
The Rochester City School District is set to undergo a comprehensive reconfiguration starting in September 2024. This change is in line...
Staff
- Sep 21
- 2 min
City of Rochester Holds Genesee Gateway Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Mayor Malik D. Evans was joined by state and local leaders on Thu., Sep. 21, 2023 to celebrate a ribbon cutting for the Genesee Gateway...
Staff
- Sep 20
- 2 min
Free Car Seat Safety Checks on Sat., 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
There will be free child car seat safety checks and related information provided on Saturday 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at...
Staff
- Sep 19
- 1 min
RG&E to Hold Smart Meter Open House at Webster Town Recreation Center
Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) hosted an informational open house on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at the Webster Town Recreation...
Staff
- Sep 19
- 3 min
Greater Rochester Non-profit Agencies Receive $5.7 Million in ESL Grant Funding
ESL Federal Credit Union (ESL) awarded 135 grants in the second quarter of 2023 totaling $5.7 million to local organizations that provide...
Foodlink
- Sep 18
- 1 min
Foodlink’s Annual Fundraiser, Festival of Food Returns for 18th Year Tonight!
The region’s best and biggest tasting event returns tonight! The Foodlink Festival of Food kicks off at Rochester Public Market, 280...
Staff Report
- Sep 17
- 1 min
Arnett Branch Library Prepares to Celebrate Its 100th Anniversary
The Arnett Branch of the Rochester Library System shall celebrate its 100th anniversary on Mon., Sep. 18, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00...
Staff
- Sep 15
- 2 min
$100,000 Awarded to Rochester Artists and Arts Organizations from ArtsBloom
Mayor Malik D. Evans announced that $100,000 has been awarded to local artists and arts organizations through ArtsBloom. City officials...
Staff
- Sep 15
- 3 min
NY Senator Jeremy Cooney Announces Public Hearing on Adult-Use Cannabis Rollout
Senator Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester), who chairs the NYS Senate Subcommittee on Cannabis, and who co-chairs the Marijuana Task Force as...
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Howard Eagle and Supporters Disrupt School Board Meeting
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Cynthia Elliott, RCSD Board President Says School Reconfiguration is a Priority
Rochester City School Board President Cynthia Elliott is a passionate advocate for the Comprehensive School Reconfiguration Plan. She...
RCSD School Reconfiguration Plan will have Large Impact on Schools, Students
The Rochester City School District is set to undergo a comprehensive reconfiguration starting in September 2024. This change is in line...
Free Car Seat Safety Checks on Sat., 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
There will be free child car seat safety checks and related information provided on Saturday 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at...
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