Cultural institutions join forces to draw summer tourists
To help each other recover economically, area cultural institutions have launched the cross-promotional ‘Play Rochester’ tourism campaign.
State Senate approves anti-sexual harassment measures
The measures will extend protections to top staff in the governor’s office as well as employees of other elected officials.
‘Drunk Bus’ makes a stop in Rochester this weekend
Rochester’s bleak yet beautiful exterior made it the ideal place to shoot the indie feature film “Drunk Bus,” playing at The Little this Sunday.
Annalisa Barron’s ‘Place Projectors’ explores the spirits of Rochester
Inspired in part by seances and The Fox Sisters, Annalisa Barron’s newest sculptures will be paired with live theater at The Spirit Room Friday.
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra members to serenade vaccine recipients
Musicians from the RPO will perform Thursday at Monroe County’s COVID-19 vaccination site at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center.
County exec, lawmakers spar over helping arts groups
The County Legislature on Tuesday overrode a veto of a bill that will provide emergency funding to small arts groups.
Public safety a main topic at Rochester mayoral debate
Gun violence and police accountability were the focus of a debate Tuesday between Mayor Lovely Warren and challenger, Councilmember Malik Evans.
Cold water is to blame for Durand-Eastman fish deaths
Recently, a small but noticeable number of small, silver, dead alewives have washed up on the shores of Durand Eastman Beach.
Art, and how it speaks to an NPR reporter
For NPR reporter Mandalit del Barco, covering the news means telling the stories of how art and activism intersect.
Free pass to state parks offered to unvaccinated who agree to get a shot
Unvaccinated New Yorkers going to a participating state park this weekend will be able to get a shot at a pop-up vaccine clinic.
Pandemic was a sleep thief; cognitive behavioral therapy can help
The pandemic delivered a perfect recipe for insomnia: Stress, anxiety, and depression brought on by prolonged isolation and uncertainty.
County offers relief for suffering small arts groups
After 14 months of dark stages and limping-along galleries, pandemic-devastated arts groups are invited to apply for county grants.
Poll finds good and bad news for embattled Cuomo
The majority of those polled believe the governor should not resign, but it’s a slim majority.
Attorney General James seeks statewide use of force standard for police
The Police Accountability Act would only allow officers to use lethal force only after trying de-escalation and giving verbal warnings.
Sonnenberg Gardens moves ahead with expansion plans
The first part of the project at includes a new entrance and gateway to Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park.
Mayoral hopeful Evans shows restraint in remarks on Warren
Malik Evans released his anti-gun violence plan Friday and said the mayor’s scandals have diverted focus from the city’s big challenges.
Mayor Warren delivers defiant address after husband’s arrest
A defiant Mayor Lovely Warren on Thursday decried her husband’s arrest as politically- and racially-motivated.
Republican legislators seek to ban book sales by statewide elected officials
The proposal comes after it was revealed this week that Gov. Andrew Cuomo is set to earn $5.1 million from his memoir on the pandemic.
NY: Get vaccinated for a shot at $5 million
New York is dealing with a decline in COVID-19 vaccination rate so it’s offering lottery tickets to people to entice them to get their shots.
Mayor Warren’s husband pleads not guilty to drug and weapons charges
Prosecutors allege that Timothy Granison was part of a “mid-level” drug ring that peddled cocaine in and around Rochester.
State Police raid Mayor Lovely Warren’s home
The State Police search of the home of Mayor Lovely Warren on Wednesday evening in connection with a criminal investigation.
As the Bug Jar turns 30, its stage remains silent
The Bug Jar is a storied music venue approaching its 30th anniversary, but it has yet to reopen amid shifting guidelines and pending grants.
Local activists push for passing of Daniel’s Law
Free the People ROC has planned an advocacy campaign this week to gain support for Daniel’s Law, which legislators hope to vote on by June 10.
CMAC adds three new shows, vaccination clinic to summer schedule
A Southern rock bonanza featuring Blackberry Smoke and two locally grown shows are the first new concerts to be added to CMAC’s summer season.
Monroe County OKs local labor waiver for Amazon
The developer of an Amazon warehouse in Gates will be able to hire non-local labor for up to 30 percent of its construction workforce.
Charlie Price, Rochester’s first Black police officer, dies at 98
“It was okay in the beginning,” Price once said of constant references to his race. “But I’m just plain Det. Sgt. Charles Price, period.”
New York to follow CDC guidance on masks
Starting Wednesday, the state will not require vaccinated people to wear masks in many business and public settings.
Red Wings opening day: watch some ball, get vaccinated
As the Red Wings take to Frontier Field on Tuesday for opening day, fans will be able to get COVID-19 vaccines.
Monroe County seeks election workers for June primary
Officials have said they are looking for 1,600 trained poll workers to staff 269 voting sites for the 2021 primary election.
RTS bus system begins route changes this week
The changes were originally planned to happen in June of last year, but the COVID-19 pandemic delayed their lauch.
Geva Theatre presents the real, and stolen, James Bond
In “The Real James Bond… Was Dominican,” writer-actor Christopher Rivas asks how the man behind such a monumental figure simply vanished.
Warren’s budget would boost PAB funding, cut police spending
The proposed $561 million budget comes as the city grapples with financial fallout from the pandemic, escalating violence, and a mayoral primary.
AIM Photonics names new Chair and awaits news about future funding
Tod Laursen, new Chair of AIM Photonics Leadership Council, said there is the potential for more than $300 million in funding for the next seven years.
Cuomo, in remarks, redefines sexual harassment
“If I just made you feel uncomfortable, that is not harassment. That’s you feeling uncomfortable,” Gov. Cuomo said.
Rare Rochester Historical Society rifle fetches record $306,000 at auction
The sale of a Kentucky rifle amounts to a windfall for the Rochester Historical Society at a time when the group is struggling financially.
Youth Opportunity Agenda is Evans’ first mayoral campaign proposal
Mayoral Candidate Malik Evans’s first series of proposals focus on creating opportunity for city youth through programs like Teen Court.
Protest in Rochester gathers in support of Palestine
Dozens of protesters calling for Palestinian liberation organized at the federal building on State Street Wednesday.
Local health officials urge pediatricians to provide vaccinations in office
Dr. Michael Mendoza and other county health officials are encouraging primary care doctors to provide the COVID-19 vaccine for patients 12 and older.
New art magazine Public Eye sees the heroes we need
The inaugural issue of David Cowles and Josh Gosfield’s magazine Public Eye celebrates heroes in the eyes of 63 different artists.
Subsidized internet program bridges digital divide
A new federal program, Emergency Broadband Benefit, will provide low-income residents with a monthly stipend to help pay for internet service.
Here’s where to get your 12- to 15-year-old vaccinated
Monroe County could begin administering the Pfizer vaccine to children between 12 and 15 years old as early as this week.
Corrections officers sue to overturn new solitary confinement law
Corrections officers claim customs the law puts them in danger from violent inmates.
Highland Park’s Remember Garden blossoms
The manicured area commemorates those discovered in an unmarked mass grave at Highland Park.
City Council bill would crack down on illegal dirt bikes, ATVs
A City Council bill would place stiff fines on riders of illegal dirt bikes and ATVs in the city of Rochester.
Small arts groups could be in line for more funding from Monroe County
A bill expected to pass the Monroe County Legislature would split $131,000 between 17 small and medium-sized arts groups.
Legislation would erase some lingering criminal records
The bill would seal conviction records for up to 2 million New Yorkers who have committed serious crimes and served time in prison for them.
County officials weigh in on Red Wings unvaxxed seating
Unvaccinated people can attend Red Wings games, but a state mandate requires them to be seated in separate, socially-distanced seating. Cue the backlash.
Alcohol to-go sales extended, again
An executive order allowing the sale of alcohol with takeout food in New York state ended on Thursday, but there’s a push for the rule to be extended.
URMC speaker: Structural racism a root cause of urban gun violence
Dr. Eugenia South, keynote speaker at URMC on Thursday, said that root causes of urban gun violence are a lack of simple investment in low-income neighborhoods.
Supporters herald signing of HERO Act and its worker protections
Under the measure, the state health and labor departments will design minimum standards for workplace health and safety during all infectious disease outbreaks.
CMAC hinting at substantial summer season
The popular summer concert venue CMAC is planning a full slate of shows this season, with three performances already announced.
“Mission Accomplished”: Conkey Cruisers founder sees the end of the road
With a loss of donations, a rise in dirt bikes, and widespread violence, the Conkey Cruisers are drawing to a natural conclusion.
Fairport puts historic Potter House up for sale
A fixture of Fairport village life for nearly 80 years, the historic Potter House is for sale — everything but the outhouse.
Stay-in special: make a scrumptious, special brunch for mom at home
If dining out isn’t on the menu this Mother’s Day, treat mom to a delicious brunch in the comfort of her home.
Cuomo sets new rules for baseball, Broadway reopens Sept. 14
Baseball games will be divided into vaccinated and unvaccinated sections, while Broadway shows eye a September reopen date.
New upstate tourism campaign appeals to cravings for local food
“Upstate Eats Trail” is a new online travel guide designed to boost tourism and steer road-trippers toward beloved food stops.
WNY remembers Hall of Fame Talas rocker Phil Naro
Rochester native and Emmy-winning rock singer Phil Naro, who fronted the band Talas, has died of cancer at 63.
Census shows population fell in Monroe County, metro area
Monroe County’s population fell by 0.5 percent and marked only the second decline in the county’s history. The last was in 1980.
Audits of Brighton Fire District find lapses in financial oversight
Fire district officials challenged some of the findings, but also indicated that corrective actions have been taken.
Warren proposes Office of Neighborhood Safety
The Office of Neighborhood Safety is to serve as a central hub for the city’s violence prevention efforts.
NY lawmakers move to extend eviction moratorium through August
Tenants continuing to fall behind on rent due to the pandemic could not be evicted through August under a bill approved Monday.
Judge tosses GOP bid to kick Democrats off Working Families ballot line
Republicans alleged that the Working Families Party failed to properly authenticate its endorsements. A state judge disagreed.
Cuomo: Many COVID-19 restrictions to soon end in NY
Easing the restrictions, which have been in place for over a year, allows for a fuller reopening of offices, restaurants, and gatherings.
Rochester Jazz Festival 2021 has been canceled
Jazz Festival organizers said pandemic-related restrictions made staging the event at RIT this summer impossible.
SUNY campuses to allow fully vaccinated to go mask-free
The new SUNY guidelines align with the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations on mask wearing.
Amazon wants waiver from local labor requirement connected to tax breaks
A Monroe County official said Amazon has concerns about a requirement that they use only local laborers to build a facility in Gates.
The other red meat: try lamb on the grill
Lamb is a healthy, spring grilling alternative to burgers and brats. Here are three ways to prepare it over an open flame.
An accused would-be art thief has a day in court
George Haag faces seven years in prison for allegedly trying to steal from the MAG. Everyone just wants him to get the help they think he needs.
Schittin Good Coffee: Good to the last plop
Wait’ll you hear the story behind Kate and Kyle Korman’s private label coffee company, Schittin Good Coffee.
New Food Policy Council looking to drain Rochester’s ‘food swamp’
The City Council is expected to approve a new Food Policy Council in May that aims to advance access to healthy food and healthy lifestyles.
Pop-up bookstores become indie lit’s guide to survival
Indie booksellers such as Akimbo Books and The Secondhand Librarian are turning to pop-up events and web sales to reach readers.
Erik Happ’s solo project Foothands embraces acoustic meditations
On the solo EP “Gentle But Firm,” Erik Happ, a.k.a. Foothands, substitutes contemplative experimental folk for his bands’ aggressive rock.
Sally Louise’s full-length debut album celebrates self-empowerment
On “My Hands Are On Fire, out May 14, Sally Louise finds her voice as a confident singer-songwriter navigating pop, rock, soul, and folk.
The Local Hang-Ups’ ‘Dialtone’ addresses quarantine and connection
The acoustic pop duo The Local Hang-Ups uses seamless vocal harmonies to ponder missed connections on its debut “Dialtone EP,” out May 7.
Jon Lewis exudes playful, everyman vibes as the frontman for FRAN
As lead singer of FRAN, Jon Lewis has ditched the guitar and brought a warm, playful approach to the band’s versatile sound.
JCC CenterStage takes it outside
The JCC’s CenterStage is erecting a giant tent to stage shows as a workaround to indoor capacity restrictions that are cost-prohibitive.
On the rise: local home-based food businesses
Monroe County has seen an explosion in home-based food processors during the pandemic, especially bakers.
City Hall seeks to grow Rochester’s urban farms and gardens
Rochester officials are evaluating city policies, including zoning laws, to see if they can be changed to encourage more urban agriculture.
A safe space for talking about visits from outer space
Since the start of the pandemic, sightings of U.F.Os have surged. Local skygazers have long held a safe space to discuss the otherworldly.
Bijaya Khadka builds the America he dreamed of as a refugee
Born in a Nepali refugee camp, Bijaya Khadka came to America at the age of 17. Today, he helps new Americans find the American dream.
Legal assistance organization rebrands, calls on attorneys to volunteer
The Volunteer Legal Services Project is now JustCause, as the organization seeks more lawyers to offer pro bono representation.
They answer the call when people are in crisis
Rochester’s Person in Crisis Team, which some see as a step toward a new public safety model, is now responding to mental health calls.
RCSD superintendent on crime wave: ‘This has to stop’
RCSD Superintendent Lesli Myers-Small released an anguished video message Wednesday begging for an end to violence in the city.
State Senate to reverse Cuomo pandemic directives
Democrats in the state Senate are overturning COVID emergency directives by Cuomo that restricted bars, restaurants, and vaccine suppliers.
Absentee ballots available by request only for 2021 Monroe County primaries
In a change from last year’s Monroe County primaries, prospective absentee voters must request an application form this election season.
Embattled Cuomo pursues strategy for survival
Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s purposeful distance from the press amid multiple scandals is part of a damage control plan that is benefiting him in the polls.
Mixed messaging confuses organizers about whether to hold events
With Park Avenue and Corn Hill festivals canceled for 2020, some say there are inconsistent and confusing messages on what is and isn’t safe.
New York arts organizers make best-laid plans for live events
A recent webinar about the future of live events raised as many questions as answers for performing arts organizers in New York state.
Park Ave Fest organizers cancel event for second time due to COVID-19
The decision follows a similar one by organizers of the Corn Hill Arts Festival.
New York to lose one congressional seat
The Census Bureau said the state wouldn’t have lost the seat if 89 more residents had been counted and other states’ populations were flat.
Cuomo says NY will resume use of the J&J vaccine
The CDC has said the known and potential benefits of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine outweigh its potential risks.
Local pediatrician advises vigilance as schools resume in-person learning
The number of COVID-19 cases has been on an upward trend among younger residents in Monroe County for the past few weeks.
Monroe County welcomes walk-ins to all county-run vaccination sites
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said the vaccine supply currently outweighs demand throughout the state and region.
How to talk to kids about the Derek Chauvin verdict
In Brighton schools, teachers are preparing for difficult, and age-appropriate, conversations about the former Minneapolis officer’s trial.
Cuomo impeachment inquiry nets 200 tips on sexual harassment
The probe into sexual harassment allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo has netted over 200 tips so far.
Pioneering record producer Ethel Gabriel gets her due in forthcoming documentary
The film “Living Sound” will explore the legacy of Ethel Gabriel, the late Rochesterian and former RCA executive who helped launch Elvis’s career.
Corn Hill Arts Festival canceled due to COVID-19
For the second year in a row, the Corn Hill Arts Festival has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Poll offers good and bad news for Cuomo
Respondents said they think Gov. Andrew Cuomo has handled the COVID-19 pandemic well, but more than half said they don’t like him.
Officials announce birth of a new snow leopard cub at the Seneca Park Zoo
Zoo staff made the decision to hand-raise the cub after an examination showed he was hypothermic and dehydrated.
Bishop Kearney grad Pam Melroy nominated to No. 2 position at NASA
Melroy is one of only two women to command a space shuttle. All three of her missions involved building the International Space Station.
State’s medical expert to grand jury: ‘Police didn’t kill Daniel Prude’
Dr. Gary Vilke told a grand jury that Daniel Prude died of cardiac arrest and that none of the officers who arrested him killed him.
State Trooper shoots, wounds man wanted on parole warrant in Rochester
A NYS Trooper on Friday shot and injured a man wanted for violating parole in Rochester, who was taken to Strong Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Pop-up vaccination clinic to serve Rochester’s deaf refugees
The clinic will offer vaccinations to deaf refugees from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
Pfizer vaccine available this week; COVID infection surge persists
Monroe County is experiencing a surge in cases, particularly among those who are 30 and younger. The Pfizer vaccine is approved for ages 16 and older.
Haudenosaunee Filmmakers Festival spotlights Indigenous voices
The inaugural festival features the work of filmmakers from the Six Nations Confederacy.
Hilton elementary school principal charged with sexually abusing students
Northwood Elementary School Principal Kirk Ashton has been arraigned on charges of sexually abusing at least nine young boys at the school
At long last, Parcel 5 to become a green space — for now
Meet Me @ the Five marks a win for Free Parcel 5 activists. The space on East Main will become a public green space, at least for now.
Bello, legislators propose adding sexual harassment to county ethics code
The county Code of Ethics has no provisions for handling allegations of harassment in the workplace.
PAB asks city for a $5 million budget
The Police Accountability Board’s first budget proposal asks for $5 million, with a goal of hiring 55 staffers.
Hanif Abdurraqib, an emerging star, visits Writers & Books
Poet Hanif Abdurraqib’s poems have been called “unmitigated brilliance.” He joins Writers & Books on April 15 for its Visiting Authors series.
Aboard the Lake Guardian, scientists fish for the story of Lake Ontario
The ship visits each of the Great Lakes yearly to sample the “lower food web” — the tiny animals, plants, and algae that support aquatic life.
RBTL resets, yet again, for fall season — and yes, ‘Hamilton’ is on schedule
The plans are contingent on a loosening of state guidelines for venue capacity.
The Cinema Theater to show movies again
New leaseholders have announced that they plan to revive Rochester’s oldest movie theater in September 2021.
Monroe County suspends use of J&J vaccine at urging of feds
The CDC and the FDA called for a temporary stop to the “one-and-done” vaccine after six recipients developed blood clots.
Rochester’s festival season is still in flux
As the city invites applications for festivals, organizers are weigh scaling back for safety against the costs of staging their event.
‘Elder Parole’ bill for aging inmates back on the table
The bill would ensure inmates aged 55 go before the Parole Board, as long as they have served 15 years of their sentence.
Perinton looks to breathe easier with respite from NYC trash
High Acres Landfill’s odor problems began in 2017, prompting countless complaints from its neighbors.
Fee Brothers passes torch to a fifth generation
Longtime owner Ellen Fee says a bittersweet farewell to the renowned bitters business, as her nephews take over.
State facing big drop in J&J vaccine supply
Production of the popular vaccine was disrupted when a “bad batch” had to be thrown out after a Baltimore facility mixed up the ingredients.
House Ethics Committee to investigate allegations against Rep. Tom Reed
Reed, who faces sexual misconduct allegations, has said that he’s publicly addressed the situation and will cooperate with the committee.
GOP sues to keep Democrats off Working Families line
The lawsuit mirrors cases filed recently in other counties that allege the WFP failed to properly authenticate its nominating petitions.
Local legislators push for ‘three-foot’ bike safety law
The bill would require motorists to give bicyclists a berth of at least three feet when passing them. Such laws are in place in 33 states.
Deadly shooting on Monroe Ave. continues a spate of violence in Rochester
The deadly shooting was the latest in a spate of violent incidents around the city.
Mayoral hopeful Malik Evans gets ballot spot with Working Families nod
The Working Families Party has endorsed City Councilmember Malik Evans for mayor, guaranteeing him a spot on the November ballot.
Cuomo addresses allegations he gave friends and family priority COVID tests
For the first time, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has ackowledged allegations of giving friends and family special access to COVID-19 testing.
Gentrification conference to take a look at Rochester history
The fourth annual gentrification conference will take a look at Rochester’s history, up to where the city stands today.
Progressive lawmakers celebrate state budget victories
Progressive Democratic legislators passed a state budget that raised taxes on the wealthy and boosted school aid, among other goals.
Joywave’s frontman is cherishing his own bed and morning coffee
After a year of not touring, Daniel Armbruster is finding solace at home in the ‘burbs with a morning routine and an annoying cat.
RG&E completes 10-year, $389 million reliability project
The project addresses both the durability of the system as well as the need for more capacity on the power lines.
State budget agreement reached, nearly one week late
The budget increases taxes on the wealthy and adds funds for schools, renters, and small businesses that struggled during the pandemic.
Audit dings Sea Breeze Fire District for shoddy recordkeeping
The fire district was found to have unapproved debit card expenses, failed to prove insurance, and didn’t adhere to its spending cap.
Paychecks for 39,000 state workers await a final budget
If the state doesn’t reach a budget deal by Tuesday, paychecks to 39,000 state workers will be delayed.
At Abilene, taking baby steps back to live music
The current entertainment landscape is less science than instinct, where opening is a business calculation as much as a public health concern.
Program helps ‘secondary survivors’ support loved ones in abusive relationships
RESOLVE’s new Secondary Survivor program will provide services to people with loved ones in abusive relationships.
John Borek, a serious and zany man of the arts, dies at 71
Borek, a man of many hats known for his zany theatrics and serious commitment to the Rochester arts and cultural scene, died Saturday.
RPD fosters ‘culture of brutality and impunity,’ federal lawsuit alleges
A federal lawsuit alleges RPD participates in violent and racialized policing, and used excessive force on Black Lives Matter protesters.
Dryden Theatre reopens; Zoom and outdoor shows coming to Geva
This past weekend marked the fist time in 15 months that movies were shown at the Dryden Theatre.
Tim Curtin, city’s top lawyer, to resign in June after Council presses mayor to fire him
Members of City Council had called for Curtin’s termination over his handling of body camera footage from Daniel Prude’s arrest.
Local teacher-artist couple invests in Innovation Square theater
The Innovation Square plaza also includes a 700-seat auditorium, which its investors Natalie Fuller and Karl Stabnau plan to have up and running by early summer.
The realistic grief of ‘Cherry’
The characters in the Russo brothers’ new traumatic drama are people struggling with the all-too-common burdens of PTSD, addiction, and mental illness.
Rochester Fringe confirms there will be a September festival
As capacity-limited events were OK-ed for NYS venues, Rochester Fringe confirmed it’s moving ahead with plans for a hybrid festival.
Pop-up vaccination sites will target the underserved
Four pop-up vaccination sites will be focused on serving Rochester’s underserved populations.
A very different Lilac Festival is around the corner
The Lilac Festival is back this year, although taking the form of a bit more unorthodox floral celebration.
Expectations for THC edibles vary — here’s what to watch out for
Beware, newbies. Edibles are deceptive and a lack of knowledge about them can lead to a bad time.
NTID’s founding director, D. Robert Frisina, has died at 96
D. Robert Frisina, the founding director of the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, died Monday. He was 96.
Want the legal marijuana market to thrive? Let the ‘stoners’ in
Who better to help make the legal marijuana market thrive than “criminals” and “stoners” who made a living in the black market?
Forrest Green’s “Channel 21”/ “Silent Star” is his parting gift to Rochester
On a pair of new singles, Green retains his penchant for raw musical expression while moving toward a more polished, retro rock sound.
Poetry in times of strife
Three Rochester poets share how they perceived 2020 and how it inspired them.
On “Firefly,” Alexa Tarantino shows why she’s a rising star
“Firefly” is a showcase for Tarantino’s own vision, gorgeous musical tone, and expertly shaped solos.
Cannabis as creative fuel
Can pot make you more creative? To be blunt — don’t bet on it.
April Letters: Our ‘Lost Year,’ Rochester history, police and protesters need to talk
A selection of letters to the editor that appeared in the April edition of CITY.
On ‘Spring Garden,’ Harold Danko channels Stravinsky, other influences
Harold Danko’s extensive liner notes leave no doubt about his fascination — obsession, really — with Igor Stravinsky’s 1913 ballet score.
Far out, but up close and personal with pot
Ted Kinsman’s artful images of cannabis plants — and his many other creative projects — draw everyday people into the wild world of science.
Panda on Acid’s ‘Haoma’ is meditative music with momentum
Composer-producer Panauh Kalayeh calls “Haoma” his “passion project.”
Everything is better with weed butter
With cannabutter, your culinary possibilities are endless. Live the high life with this fancy-pants three-course meal.
Mary Kruger: Roc NORML’s cannabis crusader passes it on
ROC NORML’s Mary Kruger is synonymous with local efforts to advocate for cannabis reform and education.
Rochester’s rare plant market is booming
Who says money doesn’t grow on trees? The rare houseplant boom has drawn comparisons to the tulip mania of the 17th century.
Hindsight inspired King 20/20’s perfect vision
With ‘These Streets,’ Jordan Moss moved toward sobriety and away from rap.
With legal weed comes the potential for a new craft beverage industry
With a legal cannabis market on the horizon, a new craft beverage industry could very soon blossom.
Legal cannabis could pay big for New York
But as officials set up and develop regulations for a legal marijuana market, they should avoid mistakes made by other states.
Social justice fuels the fight for legal pot
Marijuana will soon be legal in New York, and for those hardest hit by prohibition, a window could be opened.
When ‘om’ can help you take care of mom
Meditation and mindfulness are coping tools for stressed-out caregivers.
