Economy & Business
McAlpin Industries plans $23 million expansion
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The precision metal working company expects to add up to 52 jobs in Webster.
Community
ICE raids Asian food store in Henrietta
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers made multiple arrests in a raid Wednesday morning at the Asia Food Market on Brighton Henrietta Town Line Road.
Government & Politics
Did money matter in the mayoral primary?
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An analysis of the 2025 Rochester Democratic mayoral primary shows record spending by the three candidates but the lowest number of voters going to the polls in two decades.
Justice & Public Safety
End of diocese abuse case appears in sight
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After six years, survivors have approved a $246.35 million settlement that should bring the case to a conclusion in early September.
Community
Rally held downtown to protest Trump policies
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The rally, part of the nationwide “Families First” protest, targeted the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act and other Trump administration policies.
Community
WXXI hires Sáenz as chief content officer
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Julio Sáenz, a journalist, media executive, and community advocate, will fill the newly created position as WXXI responds to a loss of federal funding.
Community
Housing advocates criticize RPD dismantling of encampments
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City officials defended the actions at three unhoused encampments, saying they were taken in response to open-air drug activity.
Environment
Proposed solar array in Penfield faces resistance
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Residents who live near the Northrup Road Solar Project site have raised concerns over noise, impact on property values, and loss of wooded areas.
Economy & Business
How a local sports card lounge became a global operation
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In less than five years, WeTheHobby has grown into a leading card-breaking and fan entertainment brand with retail, streaming and digital expansion.
Culture
Choral festival performers to sing a song of peace
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British composer Karl Jenkins’ globally popular “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace” will have its Rochester premiere this Sunday at the Finger Lakes Choral Festival.