Community
Brooks leaves RDDC
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Galin Brooks, who has led the Rochester Downtown Development Corp. since 2022, is departing for a new role in Washington, D.C. Heidi Zimmer-Meyer steps in as interim president.
Community
A run club with a mission
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The 1% Run Club was launched two years ago by a group of Black runners who want to build community while also addressing health disparities that Black Americans face.
Community
Rochester’s blueprint for belonging
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In the heart of the city, new “third places” are popping up—spaces where people can gather and build connection. But will they draw a genuine cross-section of the community?
Community
Increased funding for housing access vouchers sought
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Activists and upstate mayors want Gov. Kathy Hochul to vastly boost funding for the state Housing Access Vouchers Program to combat the affordability crisis.
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.