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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Mayor Evans proposes 'Prosperity Budget' with significant tax cuts

By Rochester Reporter | May 10, 2024

On May 10, 2024, Mayor Malik D. Evans of Rochester proposed a fiscal year 2024-25 operating budget for the city that makes historic cuts to property-tax rates, increases investments in strategic initiatives, and continues the City’s commitment to critical service delivery.

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Report: Jewish left-wing activist Soros funding tent city at University of Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | May 9, 2024

Pro-Palestine protests at University of Rochester is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

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Decrease in Rochester's Property Tax Rate Accompanied by State STAR Credit Increase

By Rochester Reporter | May 7, 2024

City of Rochester Mayor Evans Announces Historic Decrease in City Property Tax Rate Announcement Coincides with NYS Increase in STAR Tax Credits for Rochester Residents (Tuesday, May 7, 2024) – As the City of Rochester prepares to unveil its fiscal year 2024-25 budget later this week, Mayor Malik D. Evans and a majority of City Council members today announced a citywide residential property tax rate decrease of 37.7%, from $17.84 to $11.11 per thousand, reflecting a $4.06 city property tax rate and $7.05 city school tax rate. Mayor Evans is proposing to keep the tax levy flat...

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Public Meetings Scheduled in Rochester for May 6 – 10

By Rochester Reporter | May 7, 2024

The City of Rochester has announced a series of public meetings scheduled for May 6 – 10, aimed at engaging the community in various important discussions.On Monday, May 6, the Rochester Environmental Commission Board will convene at City Hall, Room 223-B, located at 30 Church St at 6 p.m.Moving on to Tuesday, May 7, there will be a meeting regarding the Edgerton Park and R-Center Multi-Site Parks Master Plan. The first session will take place at Edgerton R-Center, 41 Backus St, at 4:30 p.m. A second meeting on the same topic will be held via Zoom at 6:30 p.m....

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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FDA: 2 companies in cities within Monroe County received 2 citations in April

By Rochester Reporter | May 1, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Monroe County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county in April, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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FDA conducted inspections of 4 companies in cities located in Monroe County in April

By Rochester Reporter | May 1, 2024

There were four companies in a city associated with Monroe County that received four FDA inspections in April, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Mayor Announces Healthy ROC Grocer Program in Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | May 1, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans, alongside City Council members and local store owners, announced the launch of the City's Healthy ROC Grocer program at City Hall. The program aims to promote and increase awareness of small grocers offering nutritious foods in city neighborhoods. Mayor Evans expressed his pride in the small grocers who provide healthier food choices to their communities, stating, "We have identified a number of small shops that are supporting their communities with quality foods and sometimes hard-to-find ethnic options."One of the participating grocers, Shannon and...

Which former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 28, 2024

This former Rochester Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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City and County Celebrate 41st Annual Arbor Day in Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

(Friday, April 26, 2024) – Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and City Department of Environmental Services Commissioner Richard Perrin II gathered at the Trenton and Pamela Jackson Recreation Center to mark the 41st Anniversary of the City and County Annual Arbor Day Celebration. They planted a Sugar Maple and an Eastern Red Bud tree and read a joint proclamation to commemorate the event.“These trees are a testament to our commitment to the environment, the health of our city, and a gift to future generations who will sit beneath their shade,” expressed Mayor Malik D....

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Public Meetings Scheduled in Rochester for April 22 – 26

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

"The City of Rochester has announced a series of public meetings scheduled for the week of April 22 – 26, 2024. These meetings cover a range of important topics and will be held at various locations throughout the city.On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, there will be a meeting regarding the Lead Service Line Replacement Project at 6:30 p.m. The location for this meeting is the City of Rochester Water Bureau at 10 Felix St. Additionally, the meeting will be accessible via Zoom at https://cityofrochester.zoom.us/j/83829581698. The City of Rochester News Release advises...

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City of Rochester Proclaims April as Native Plant Month

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

(Wednesday, April 24, 2024) – Mayor Malik D. Evans, joined by City officials and members of the Rochester Garden Club, declared April as Native Plant Month with the ceremonial planting of a Sugar Maple at the First Street Park. The event aimed to raise awareness of the importance of native plants in supporting the diversity of flora and fauna in the region and a healthy ecosystem overall."Native plants, indigenous to our region, play a critical role in the well-being of our environment," shared Mayor Evans. "The tree planting and proclamation are more than a moment in...

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Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas Event Continues in Rochester

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

Rochester, NY - April 24, 2024Vendors Always Welcome to Apply(Wednesday, April 24, 2024) – The Greatest Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas at the City of Rochester Public Market continues its 2024 season from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Sunday, April 28 at 280 N. Union St. and will continue on 10 more Sundays throughout the spring, summer, and fall.Treasure hunters will discover bargains on a boundless variety of items from dozens of vendors selling new and used clothing, tools, home décor, sporting goods, vintage collectibles, artwork and much more. The Market features...

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Animal Shelter in Rochester to Open Seven Days a Week to Better Serve Customers

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 22, 2024

(Monday, April 22, 2024) – The Rochester Animal Services animal shelter will temporarily change its public hours of operation to a seven-day schedule beginning Friday, April 26, to accommodate a demand for more weekend service."Since we extended hours in January we have not seen the expected level of increased traffic in the evenings, but we have seen more on the weekends," said Dr. Shirley Green, Commissioner of the Department of Recreation and Human Services."Being open seven days per week will better meet the needs of our customers," Dr. Green added.Beginning...

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How many companies in cities across Monroe County received FDA citations in Q1?

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Monroe County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the first quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Which former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 21, 2024

This former Rochester Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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RASE Commission to Provide Progress Update

By Rochester Reporter | Apr 20, 2024

Urban League of Rochester, Monroe County, City of Rochester, and Rochester City School District are set to host a Livestreamed Annual RASE Commission Community Update tonight at 5 p.m. The event is in commemoration of the third anniversary of the release of the Commission on Racial and Structural Equity (RASE) report. The report, developed by over 200 community volunteers, aims to address racial and structural disparities in various sectors.The Livestream event will feature presentations from Monroe County, the City of Rochester, and community members involved in the...