UR retains spot as region’s top employer

With roughly 32,000 workers, the University of Rochester employs more people in the state than Walmart, McDonald’s and Home Depot, a new report from the Center for Governmental Research says. It is the seventh-largest employer in New York.

Remembering 9/11 after 20 years

On Sept. 11, 2001, the world as most Americans knew it changed forever. Rochester Beacon readers recall that day and reflect on its impact.

Long time coming

After three decades, rocker Joff Wilson is ready to roll out his first record.

A badge of volunteer service

Members of the Greece Special Police Department, a unit of New York State certified peace officers, give back to the community by providing additional law enforcement manpower.