Community
Rochester gets $29 million for water quality projects
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The city will use the funding to replace lead service lines and begin improvements to the Hemlock water filtration plant.
Letters
New thinking about housing
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The proposed Hinge Homes project represents more than housing alone; it’s also an opportunity to repair the harm that was done to whole communities and their families by the Inner Loop.
Education
MCC’s new focus on academic momentum
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After years of declining enrollment, Monroe Community College and SUNY believe that reforms and a new approach to post-secondary education can improve student outcomes.
Culture
Silkroad brings the world of music to Rochester
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Founded by Yo-Yo Ma, the ensemble brings its globally inspired sound to Kodak Hall on March 26.
Culture
Bringing middle school photo talent into focus
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George Eastman Museum’s Gallery Obscura exhibit celebrates the talent of the Flower City Arts Center 678 Photo Club.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Awaiting green light as national hub
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After a recent NSF site visit, a University of Rochester-led coalition is nearing a decision that could bring up to $160 million to boost the region’s optics, photonics, imaging and laser sectors.
Letters
Albany’s energy policies are driving higher bills—and lawmakers won’t own it
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New Yorkers deserve honesty about what drives their energy bills—and a clear accounting of the policies behind those costs.
Letters
New York’s medically fragile children are staying in hospitals and long-term care facilities beyond when they should be. Albany can fix it.
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New York’s private duty nursing reimbursement rates fall far behind its regional counterparts.
Education
Golisano Institute creates path to Nazareth degrees
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The partnership connects students to degree programs at Nazareth University.
Economy & Business
The next step for Runaway Blue
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The Newark nanobrewery adds a kitchen — and a chicken sandwich worth the trip.