Economy & Business
Mazzullo to step down as Excell Partners CEO
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Theresa Mazzullo, who has led the venture capital firm for two decades, will be succeeded by Chief Operating Officer Rami Katz.
Community
Special screening of ‘Running to Stand Still’ slated
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The Dec. 8 presentation of the film, which focuses on U.S. immigration policies, will be followed by a panel discussion.
Culture
Opening the stage for Rochester’s performers
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Performing Arts in Rochester, a newly launched nonprofit, hopes to help artists connect with sponsors and patrons.
Community
United Way gives over $1M in capacity grants
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Twenty-six nonprofits received funding for technology upgrades, leadership development and other capacity-building needs.
Justice & Public Safety
Judge dismisses federal challenge to Rochester’s sanctuary policy
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The case was dismissed without prejudice, allowing the government to refile.
Health & Science
Rochester Regional Health to expand access to genetic screening
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GenoWell, a new community research initiative, offers no-cost DNA testing to help residents identify inherited health risks and make proactive decisions about their care.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Rochester hosts New York State Innovation Summit
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The two-day event, which starts today, centers on emerging technologies and is expected to draw more than 500 attendees.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
State renews AMPrint Center’s contract for 10 years
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The center at RIT was launched in 2015 to help New York become a global leader in 3D-printing technologies.
Health & Science
Cancer researchers receive $3 million federal grant
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Two Wilmot Cancer Institute researchers are working to develop a new generation of treatments for pancreatic cancer.
Culture
ROC in the Ruins festival debuts Saturday
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The new community festival featuring live music, food and activities will take place in St. Joseph’s Park downtown.