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WWII veterans embark on journey to Normandy for D-Day 80th anniversary
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Several local veterans have been selected to embark on a trip honoring the 80th anniversary of D-Day; referring to June 6th 1944, marking the United States and allied forces invasion of the beaches of Normandy in Northern France during WWII. The quest, organized by The Greatest Generation Foundation, is bringing veterans […]
Suburban Monroe County budgets, board candidates go to voters Tuesday
Residents of the Monroe County suburbs will vote Tuesday on their school districts' proposed annual budgets, the largest direct spending decision that New Yorkers make each year. School board candidates are also on the ballot in every Monroe County school district. Poll times and locations vary by district; more details...
7 New England Neighborhoods Among the Most In-Demand in the Nation
Here in New England, we know we're lucky to live in one of the best parts of the US. Over the years, countless studies have directed high praise towards our region. Last year, a WalletHub study announced the best small cities in the country, and eight New England towns made the list. Our area has also been highlighted for having the hottest zip codes, most underrated destinations, safest towns and best small cities in the nation, coolest small towns, and so on.
ROC the Block Community Employment Fairs returning to Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – ROC the Bloc –– a neighborhood-based hiring initiative is coming back in Rochester for its fourth annual summer event. This community employment fair brings businesses and recruiters to each of Rochester’s four quadrants throughout the summer. The local ‘fun block party event’ allows Rochester employers and residents to meet and discover […]
Celebrate Rochester's lilacs, they're beautiful and official thanks to this man
Arch Merrill was upset, or at least pretending to be. In May 1948, the Democrat and Chronicle columnist described how he had been upstaged by the Rochester City Council. Just as he about to launch a “crusade” to make the lilac the city’s official flower, the council made the designation official.
Monroe County school board elections and budget results: What you need to know
Voters in Rush-Henrietta narrowly rejected the school district's proposed 2024-25 budget on Tuesday, the first such vote locally since 2019. There were 719 votes in favor versus 734 votes against, a margin of 15 votes. The district will now have a second vote, likely on June 18. The administration can either present the same...
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