Behind a showdown over trees lies a controversial process that produced a generational civic works project.
Community
When Jewish Baden-Ormond was still standing
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In the first half of the 20th century, the Baden-Ormond neighborhood was a locus of Jewish businesses, institutions and synagogues. Then came urban renewal.
Community
Gates ambulance service upgrades equipment
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Gates Volunteer Ambulance Service’s new emergency service technology includes a utility terrain vehicle, a pediatric training model, and a new standby generator.
Community
Students organize May Day walkouts
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Rochester-area high school students walked out to protest the Trump administration and celebrate May Day, while advocacy groups and labor unions rallied downtown.
Community
The roots of Maplewood’s resilience
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Rochester’s second-largest neighborhood is rich in history and access to nature. After weathering decades of economic disruption, the community has signs of new life with an influx of immigrant families.
Community
RMSC CEO to step down in June
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After eight years at the Rochester Museum and Science Center, Hillary Olson is leaving for a position in Delaware.
Community
Sixth annual RASE update marks progress
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The presentation highlighted implemented recommendations related to dismantling structural inequity but stressed work remains to be done.
Community
Immigration at the crossroads
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As the United States prepares to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, Trump administration immigration policies and an executive order on birthright citizenship have raised fundamental questions about who can be an American. In a new survey, Rochester Beacon readers share their views.
Community
Celebrating the power of hope and resilience
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Villa of Hope’s signature annual event will include a special guest, Buffalo Bill running back Ray Davis.
Community
The lessons a historic Black church teaches
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Author Kevin Sack will give a presentation about his recent book examining the history of Charleston’s Mother Emanuel Church, before and after a white supremacist murdered the church’s pastor and eight Bible study worshippers in 2015.
Community
Dear Jays fans
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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement has never forgotten the advice he got from his mother after a minor-league game in Rochester, his hometown. Last fall, he set a MLB record for most postseason hits.