Environment
The state of Lake Ontario
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New reports on the Great Lakes show a “fair” ecosystem for Lake Ontario, with some progress but also persistent issues.
Community
Coffee Connection emerges from pandemic struggles
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The nonprofit, which works with women in recovery, suffered a significant cut in revenue when COVID-19 hit.
Economy & Business
Hyzon replaces Knight, CEO and cofounder
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Less than two weeks after the Honeoye Falls-based firm disclosed possible accounting irregularities, Hyzon Motors Inc.’s board has named Parker Meeks as president and interim chief executive officer. Former CEO Craig Knight also will no longer serve as a Hyzon director.
Health & Science
RRH hires Eslinger for new systemwide leadership role
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Jennifer Eslinger has been named Rochester Regional Health’s president of health care operations and chief operating officer. She previously worked with RRH CEO Richard “Chip” Davis.
Justice & Public Safety
Questions raised by an act of violence
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Some people used the death of RPD Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz as an opportunity to make him a martyr for white nationalism. What would he say if he were alive?
Culture
A collision of jams and beats
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The two-day Park Avenue Music Festival brought musicians together.
Justice & Public Safety
Judge dismisses Van Bortel lawsuit against Ford
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A Ford official’s promise to give Kitty Van Bortel first crack at buying Henderson Ford did not amount to a contract of sale, the ruling says.
Economy & Business
The disrupted economy
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With no end to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rochester-area businesses continue to grapple with supply chain issues including shortages, increased lead times and soaring costs.
Technology & Innovation
Laser Lab begins work on $42M expansion
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The new facilities for the University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics include office and lab space.
Health & Science
UR brain researchers get $15 million
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The federal grant will help researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center and other institutions study the mechanics that control the glymphatic system.