Health & Science
Rochester General nurses poised for second strike
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Ninety-one percent of the union’s members voted to authorize the action, but both sides say they are committed to keep negotiating.
Culture
Feeling ‘Southern Fried Funny’
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Comedian Amy Brown, who was a finalist in the “Funniest Person in Rochester” contest, returns to Comedy @ The Carlson
Education
The path to affordable higher ed
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Local universities are boosting efforts to guide families through the financial aid process, so that students do not fall into unwieldy debt.
Government & Politics
Bello pulls ahead of Assini in contributions
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The latest campaign disclosure reports show incumbent Adam Bello raised $150,000 and Republican challenger Mark Assini brought in $34,000 from July to October.
Education
Nursing workforce development programs receive $11M investment
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Programs at Finger Lakes Performing Provider Systems and Monroe Community College are recipients of American Rescue Plan funds that aim to address the nursing shortage.
Culture
Bringing dance to the community
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Biodance, a contemporary repertory dance company, combines life with dance through site-specific work that explores the human condition.
Community
Community vigil draws overwhelming support
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More than 1,000 people gathered at Temple B’rith Kodesh to stand in solidarity with Israel and the Jewish people of Rochester, following attacks by Hamas over the weekend.
Education
Academy of Health Sciences expands student capacity
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The charter school, focused on career readiness for health services, added 100 additional spots in a new building.
Education
RIT secures support from Google Cybersecurity Clinics Fund
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Rochester Institute of Technology is the first university to get these funds. It aims to help the community develop a long-term cybersecurity defense.
Culture
TYKEs launches season with a beloved giraffe
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The youth theater group’s first show is a musical based on a popular picture book.