Letters
An open letter to Rep. Claudia Tenney
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Should a detainee, who overstayed a student visa, not be treated be treated as a human being?
Counterpoint
What should be done about the federal budget deficit?
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The Beacon’s Counterpoint columnists—liberal Rick Dollinger and conservative Geoff Rosenberger—agree that policy should trump politics when addressing the nation’s fiscal mess. But they disagree on how to get back on the right track.
Community
‘No Kings’ event aims to spur voter participation
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Rochester-area residents will join in a nationwide voter registration event this Saturday.
Four Questions
What MAG’s big change means for art education
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Memorial Art Gallery educator Adam Koneman talked to the Beacon about preparing for the “Free For All, Forever” initiative launching in 2027 and how free school trips have already helped guide the art museum’s next steps.
Government & Politics
Up for the challenge
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Republican Virginia McIntyre, a former opera singer, hopes to write Democratic Rep. Joe Morelle’s swan song, despite the odds favoring the incumbent.
Development
Greece receives $5 million for new housing
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The state funds will allow the town to buy 13 acres of unused property at Greece Ridge Mall, with a goal of more housing for seniors and other mixed-use developments.
Letters
1 out of 1,543
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When only one RCSD student receives a top-level grade in the state math exam, it’s beyond pitiful. It is negligent.
Economy & Business
Iron Smoke Distillery buys its Fairport home, plans upgrades
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The whiskey maker paid $1.75 million for the building it has rented since 2014 and plans another $1.25 million in improvements, even as the craft spirits industry nationwide contracts.
Community
Fashion Week Rochester returns
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The annual fashion show, a three-day event, raises funds for the Center for Youth’s programs and boosts awareness of youth homelessness.
Justice & Public Safety
Brighton denies discrimination in Nativity scene lawsuit
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The town’s 22-page response to a federal lawsuit asks the court to dismiss claims by two residents who say their requests for religious displays in Twelve Corners park were ignored.