Community
The ongoing fight against lead
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Much progress has been made to reduce lead poisoning in Monroe County, but local organizations at the forefront of this effort say their work is not finished.
Education
Details of the RCSD superintendent search emerge
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Surveys and stakeholder interviews will likely begin later this month, with the new city schools chief possibly hired as early as March 2025.
Environment
A march for hope and action on climate change
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Later this month, a number of local climate organizations will march in downtown Rochester to spur action and educate participants on the interconnectedness of modern-day challenges.
Culture
A brighter side of the blues
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Shemekia Copeland’s new album, “Blame it on Eve,” rebukes modern-day misogyny, celebrates feminine strength, and sings the blues joyfully.
Education
RCSD continues to weigh stop-arm cameras
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Several suburban school districts installed camera systems for their buses last year, but the Rochester City School District might not do so until fall 2025.
Health & Science
Strong Memorial expansion gets local funding boost
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A $1 million donation from alumnae and business leaders Peter and Kathleen Landers will support the hospital’s ongoing expansion project.
Education
A tool for election education
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In the leadup to the 2024 presidential election, Rochester company Second Avenue Learning has a tool for students to learn about the political process.
Environment
Microplastics research project gets funding boost
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Rochester Institute of Technology and NY Sea Grant have received $300,000 to include more urban communities in the Great Lakes watershed.
Culture
Foraging sustainable paints
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Through Foraged Pigment Art, artistic duo Alexander Fals and Hayley Dayis display passion for their craft and environmentally sustainable practices.
Education
The Golisano Institute’s first-year lessons
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The leaders of the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship, which currently has 60 enrolled students, are confident they will achieve the promise of their educational startup.