Letters
I’m a crime survivor who supports Elder Parole
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Older adults who have served long sentences deserve a chance to be considered, on a case-by-case basis, for release, so they have a chance to repair harm.
Community
Nearly a half-century of Black scholars
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A weekend celebration of 45 years of Urban League Black Scholars kicked off today.
Economy & Business
Grading New York’s industrial development agencies
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Statewide, a new report shows, industrial development agencies are involved in more than 4,000 projects with a combined value of $132 billion—and incentives equaling a net reduction in taxation for the private owners topping $1 billion. Is this a good investment for taxpayers?
Beacon Notes
Help foster the next generation of journalists
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The Beacon’s internship program has been formalized as the Oasis Project—countering news deserts with student journalists. The program is the focus of this year’s Beacon Community News Fund campaign, which starts Monday.
Culture
Area arts organizations receive NEA grants
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The National Endowment for the Arts awarded a total of nearly $150,000 to five organizations in the Rochester region.
GUEST OPINION
Does a 100 percent tariff on Chinese EVs make sense?
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President Joe Biden’s recent decision to quadruple the tariff on Chinese electric vehicles will not increase EV ownership here and nationwide, which is needed to fight climate change.
Culture
Getting the right Tones
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The newly renovated Tones Studios in Irondequoit will take the wraps off in a limited-seating album presentation event of musician Sarah De Vallière next Friday.
Education
Strickland named RCSD interim superintendent
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Deputy Superintendent Demario Strickland will assume leadership of the Rochester City School District from outgoing superintendent Carmine Peluso.
Government & Politics
A state Assembly showdown
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In next month’s Democratic primary, the biggest race might be the 137th District Assembly contest between incumbent Demond Meeks and City Councilmember Willie Lightfoot Jr.
Economy & Business
COMIDA approves Topgolf incentive package
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The COMIDA board on Tuesday approved Topgolf’s request for financial assistance.