There were 22 companies in cities associated with Monroe County that received 22 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
(Tuesday, March 26, 2024) – The announcement that Dr. Carmine Peluso is leaving his post as superintendent of the Rochester City School District has prompted a response from Mayor Malik D. Evans. Mayor Evans expressed his sentiments towards Dr. Peluso's departure, stating, "The announcement that Dr. Carmine Peluso is leaving his post as superintendent of the Rochester City School District is extremely unfortunate for Rochester."Mayor Evans further acknowledged Dr. Peluso's contributions, saying, "I have appreciated Dr. Peluso’s commitment to and leadership of our schools,...
City of Rochester has announced that several administrative offices will be closed on Friday, March 29 in observance of Good Friday. According to the City of Rochester, "Rochester City Hall, Neighborhood Service Centers, R-Centers, Rochester Animal Services, and the Honorable Loretta C. Scott Center for Human Services administrative office building at 57 St. Paul St. will be closed on Friday, March 29 in observance of Good Friday." Additionally, it was stated that "Refuse and recycling will remain on schedule" during this time.Despite the closures, it was highlighted that...
Of the 757,332 citizens living in Monroe County in 2021, 79.1% were old enough to vote, equating to 599,304 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
"Today, the City of Rochester announced that the boil water notice that had been in effect for a portion of the city following the discovery of a deceased individual within the Highland Park Reservoir has been lifted," stated a press release from the City of Rochester.According to the same press release, "Se ha confirmado que las pruebas de calidad del suministro del agua son seguras," confirming the safety of the water supply in all areas of the city.In alignment with the city's vision and values, the Administration of Mayor Malik D. Evans aims to "create a safe,...
The City of Rochester has taken action to assist residents within the boil water notice area by offering convenient access to bottled water. According to a recent announcement, residents are encouraged to collect up to two gallons of free bottled water per household before 6:30 p.m. today, while supplies last.In a show of community support, the City has made approximately 1,000 gallons of bottled water available, with 500 gallons generously donated by Wegmans. The initiative aims to alleviate any inconvenience caused by the ongoing boil water notice, which remains in...
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - City of Rochester R-Centers have announced adjustments in their operating hours to cater to students affected by the recent Rochester City School District closure due to the Highland Park Reservoir Boil-Water Notice impacting parts of Rochester.According to the announcement, all City R-Centers will be open from noon to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, with the exception of two locations. The Trenton and Pamela Jackson R-Center, located at 485 N. Clinton, will open earlier, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The David F. Gantt R-Center, situated at 700 North St., will...
Rochester, NY - In a recent development, a Boil Water Notice has been issued for neighborhoods served by the Highland Park Reservoir in Rochester, New York. The notice comes in the wake of a grim discovery that has raised concerns among residents.According to a City of Rochester news release, the discovery of a deceased individual in the Highland Park Reservoir prompted the immediate shutdown of the reservoir at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 19. As a precautionary measure, the Monroe County Department of Health mandated the issuance of a Boil Water Notice for the...
Farms throughout cities in Monroe County received $5.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.