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Environment

DEC signs agreement with Greenidge, ends legal battle

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | November 11, 2025

While the deal will bring the cryptominer in line with the Climate Leadership and Community Act, critics argue it contradicts New York’s broader commitment to reducing fossil fuel use and protecting the Finger Lakes.

Culture

Making a play for ‘The Other Playbook’

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | November 7, 2025

A new book outlines an approach to youth sports that includes students in creating their own brand and the best version of themselves

Economy & Business

The new cost of global talent

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | November 6, 2025

Rochester employers are paying close attention to a change in the skilled worker H-1B visa program, which requires a $100,000 fee for applicants recruited overseas.

Government & Politics

Evans wins second term as Rochester mayor

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | November 5, 2025

Malik Evans secured more than 85 percent of the vote over his Conservative challenger, while the race in Monroe County’s 12th Legislative District saw a historic upset.

Culture

Keeping a Rochester artist’s work in the public eye

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 31, 2025

Through exhibits featuring his art, the family of Michael Bowllan is honoring his memory and creativity.

Community

Is a Joseph Avenue arts center finally in sight?

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 30, 2025

The dream of an arts education and performance center at a historic site in Rochester’s Northeast Quadrant remains unrealized after nearly a decade, but optimism is still high at the Joseph Avenue Arts and Culture Alliance.

Education

Expansion to Buffalo marks natural step for Golisano Institute

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 22, 2025

The business and entrepreneurship school, launched here in 2023, is expected to welcome students to its second location in fall 2026.

Education

RCSD tensions over Oracle payroll issues continue to run high 

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 22, 2025

A motion about the school board’s monthly newsletter spiraled into a heated debate about payroll issues.

Culture

From Hungarian diaspora to American photo excellence

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 17, 2025

The George Eastman Museum exhibit  “American, born Hungary” celebrates the tremendous impact of Hungarian immigrants on American photography.

Government & Politics

A race redefined

By JACOB SCHERMERHORN | October 16, 2025

A split among candidates on the right and a shifting enrollment trend inject unpredictability into a once-solid Republican county legislative district.

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