GUEST OPINION
The crypto cloud over Seneca Lake
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The Greenidge Generating Station on the lake’s western shore is using enormous amounts of energy to mine cryptocurrency. The environmental stakes are high.
Community
Roc the Future highlights progress at 10-year mark
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Looking ahead, the organization’s ninth annual State of Our Children Report says parent engagement will be crucial to making additional gains.
Government & Politics
Absentee votes give Democrats edge in county Legislature
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Three close races all appear to be decided in favor of the Democratic candidate, giving the party a one-seat advantage.
Education
UR partnership with East High extended
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Since the Warner School of Education took over management of the school, East High’s graduation rate has jumped to 85 percent from 33 percent.
Health & Science
Officials warn of new COVID surge
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The current rise in cases is putting stress on ICUs, could force limits on elective procedures.
Education
Literacy Rochester eyes new growth
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Its managed-service arrangement with LiteracyCNY in Syracuse is one of several initiatives with an aim of expanded programming.
Justice & Public Safety
State of emergency in Rochester declared
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Mayor Lovely Warren took the step as the city is experiencing its deadliest year of violence.
Culture
RPO returns to live holiday season concerts
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The orchestra will present perennial favorites “Gala Holiday Pops” and “The Nutcracker” along with “Hansel and Gretel” and a North American premiere.
Health & Science
COVID cases are rising again
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Monroe County reported 550 new confirmed cases Thursday, and the seven-day average is higher than it has been in months.
Health & Science
Life-threatening costs
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Many patients with a potentially fatal illness also fall victim to another scourge: high out-of-pocket costs for needed drugs.