Monroe County, NY

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Seneca Falls, NY

The Rochester Beacon

The Finger Lakes region has long been celebrated for its natural beauty, shimmering lakes and rolling hills, and its thriving agricultural and wine scene. But today, that legacy is being overshadowed by the looming presence of the Seneca Meadows landfill in Seneca Falls, just a few miles from the shores of Cayuga Lake. The landfill is a symptom of our society’s throwaway culture and environmental negligence, and a glaring contradiction to New York’s climate and environmental goals.

Shut down the Seneca Meadows landfill

Rochester, NY

Bluesman Christone “Kingfish” Ingram is slated to perform as part of the Jazz Fest’s free Headliner Series this evening. Ingram has had a meteoric rise, creating his first album at 19 years old, performing two songs in the Marvel TV show, “Luke Cage,” winning a Grammy, and, most recently, recording an album in front of a live crowd, “Live in London.”

Live in London and now Rochester

Victor, NY

The Victor Farmington Library held its first readathon Thursday. Its goal: to spread a love for reading and for community members to view the library as a resource. The library staff was inspired by the Tompkins County Public Library Foundation Readathon that has been running for 12 years. That event has had success in growing the library’s community and attracting donations, which is what the Victor Farmington Library hopes to achieve.

Victor Farmington Library hosts readathon

Tupelo, MS

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Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport has received $18 million in state funds to modernize the main terminal and related areas to better accommodate travelers. The $38.1 million modernization project received the funds from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s $230 million Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition which is part...

Rochester airport gets $18M in state funds

The New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor consortium has received $40 million in federal funding. Rochester is part of the NY SMART-I group, with Buffalo and Syracuse. Over the next five years, the consortium will serve a critical role in supporting Upstate New York’s continued growth into...

NY SMART-I Corridor gets $40 million in federal funds

As the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester’s nearly five-year-old bankruptcy inches closer to a to a final settlement, a new U.S. Supreme Court decision could have an untold effect on the diocese’s case. In a 5-4 vote last Thursday, the court majority blocked the bankruptcy plan for OxyContin...

Supreme Court ruling clouds Rochester diocese bankruptcy

Virginia State

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

The dramatic turnaround in Rochester crime rates continued in the first half of 2024. Incidents are down across every key category of violent and property crime so far this year. In some categories, rates have fallen to levels not seen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Most striking is...

Rochester’s crime decline

Aurora, NY

As Wells College prepares to close, some alumni say there is more to the demise of the 156-year-old institution than meets the eye. “There’s a lot of suspicion and there’s a lot of rumor, and the challenge is trying to get to the truth here,” says Caolan MacMahon, a 1985 graduate of the college.

The closing of a 156-year-old college

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Although Demario Strickland is new to the position of interim superintendent, he is not new to the Rochester City School District. Coming from a nine-year educational career in Buffalo public schools, Strickland first started in the Rochester district’s administration in 2021 as the chief of schools under former Superintendent Lesli Myers-Small.

How Demario Strickland views his new RCSD role

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

This brown paper bag was found in my front yard. It says “MB hates nigger.”. It has a swatstika written on the bag. This is the world that we live in. When I saw the bag laying on the ground, I just thought a piece of trash blew into my yard, but when the landscaper contacted me and sent the pictures my heart dropped.

Opinion – Catrena Bowman: Targeted with hate message, I ask ‘is this the community we want?’

Town Of Pittsford, NY

Saint’s Place helped 198 refugees in May—its busiest month ever. The fiscal year is shaping up to be the most successful year yet, with over 1,500 new refugees assisted. The Pittsford-based nonprofit also helped set up 285 homes and bedding for 1,100 new beds with pillows, blankets, two sets of sheets and a comforter. It has also distributed more than 450 backpacks to children of refugees this year, another milestone.

Another year of growth for Saint’s Place

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

We, at Citizen Action, have embarked on developing an Economic Justice Agenda that supports Invest in Our New York (IONY) campaign, specially targeting two demographics that are most in need of economic support. Mothers and Infants for Lasting Change (MILC), is a legislative bill that will provide expectant mothers and...

Why you should support Citizen Action’s Economic Justice Agenda

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COMIDA approves Topgolf incentive package

The County of Monroe Industrial Development Agency board on Tuesday approved Topgolf’s request for financial assistance. In his announcement, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello asserted that...

COMIDA approves Topgolf incentive package

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