Government & Politics
The other 2024 races
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When Monroe County voters go to the polls on Nov. 5, Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump is not the only decision they will face.
Beacon Notes
Beacon’s annual matching-gift campaign starts Nov. 1
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NewsMatch 2024, part of the nation’s largest annual fundraising effort in support of nonprofit news organizations, runs through Dec. 31.
Economy & Business
Xerox’s third-quarter results fall short amid ‘reinvention’
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In the midst layoffs and restructuring, the company has softened its 2024 revenue outlook after seeing diminished third-quarter equipment sales due in part to Hurricane Helene and delayed product launches.
Community
More children in Monroe County have elevated lead levels
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In 2023, nearly 2 percent of 12,788 children tested in the county had blood lead levels higher than the state Health Department threshold.
Education
Helping children who need tailored learning
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Sensational Inclusion, a Rochester education company, is committed to neurodiverse-affirming instruction.
Culture
RoCo exhibition examines connections between identity and politics
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Featuring the work of 44 artists from around the country, “Queering Democracy” at the Rochester Contemporary Art Center reflects on the LGBTQ+ community’s ongoing struggle for freedom and equality.
Education
Mangelsdorf puts her mark on UR
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President Sarah Mangelsdorf, who has led the University of Rochester through a pandemic and painful campus protests, is praised for her collaborative style. Now, after two years of record fundraising, she is focused on the strategy for UR’s next chapter.
Letters
Why does N.Y. prioritize abortion over life-changing child care?
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Passage of the New York Equal Rights Amendment would increase abortion spending. Instead, the state should alleviate financial stress on mothers and children.
Health & Science
Saunders to make $30 million gift to URMC
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The bulk of the commitment to the University of Rochester Medical Center by entrepreneur and philanthropist Philip Saunders will support the work of the UR Medicine Orthopaedics & Physical Performance Center.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Luminate winner Nicslab sets plans for Rochester operation
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After a humble start in Australia, Andri Mahendra’s photonic integrated circuits company will be launching a local office after winning $1 million in state money through the Luminate NY incubator finals.