The F Word: The new normal and the old weird
Who would have thought I would have lasted this long — almost six months — without going out to see live music? Forget the “new normal,” I want the old weird back.
Bello wants a redistricting commission; Legislature leaders declare it dead
County Executive Adam Bello’s proposal would amend the county charter to create an eight-member commission to redraw Legislature districts.
Cuomo calls Trump’s unemployment plan ‘laughable’
Governor Andrew Cuomo said New York does not have the resources to fund a presidential executive order to give unemployed people $400 more a week.
Rochester public libraries to reopen Monday
Select Rochester Public Libraries will reopen Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cuomo says schools can reopen, but leaves the details to them
New York schools can open for in-person instruction, but superintendents will have to decide whether to reopen and have their plans approved by the state.
Roc City Skatepark bowl begins to take shape
City officials expect the long-anticipated skatepark to open in October.
Monroe County Democratic legislators eye ousting leader
Efforts are afoot by Monroe County Legislature Democrats to remove Minority Leader Vince Felder after less than eight months on the job.
RCSD superintendent says reopening plan can’t please everyone
Schools superintendents are struggling to interpret health and safety guidelines related to reopening their districts.
Cuomo directs hate crime task force to help investigate assault against transgender man in Rochester
Cuomo said that he is outraged by reports that a 30-year-old Black trans man was attacked last Friday.
Audio Archaeology: The Quitters’ impish rock ‘n’ roll
A look “back-in-the-day” at The Quitters, who emerged from the Rochester music scene in the mid-90’s with aggressive, melody-driven rock ‘n’ roll.
New art installation ‘blooms’ in acupuncture office
Tom Montagliano, the man behind the ”Immersive Igloo,” is known for combining music and light to create spatial sound installations in community settings. His new project “BLOOM” takes a more physically distanced approach.
Calendar preview: Summer stretch
With outdoor activities for all the senses, this week’s events let us explore and expand connection through physical (and social) movements.
HOPR bike share could soon coast into Rochester
HOPR, a replacement for Zagster/Pace, could bring bike, e-bike, and e-scooter shares to Rochester as early as September.
Candidates emerge to replace Ortiz if she leaves Rochester City Council
City Council is considering their options to replace Jackie Ortiz, who is likely to become Monroe County’s next Democratic Board of Elections Commissioner.
FILM | “Journeys Through the Finger Lakes”
Abolition, Suffrage, and Flight. WXXI’s doc “Journeys Through the Finger Lakes” focuses on the region’s rich history and offerings, providing plenty of cause for geographical pride.
PUSH Physical Theatre’s one small trunk and a lot of big ideas
COVID-19 has forced PUSH Physical Theatre to pivot on how it presents its art. Now the innovative dance company gears up for its virtual performance at the 2020 KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival.
SEC said to be investigating Kodak
The Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly probing the circumstances of a $765 million federal loan for Kodak to make generic drugs.
Rochester Events to present ‘Drive-In Live’ concert series
The physically distanced concert series, beginning on August 22, is a summer music alternative to the ill-fated 2020 “Party in the Park” events.
Report: Monroe County awash in racist land deeds
Racist deed restrictions that are no longer enforceable but remain on the books plagued Monroe County, now we must confront their damage.
Rochester tenants facing eviction would get free legal counsel under new bill
A new pilot program would allow for tenants heading to eviction court to receive free legal representation.
Track review: ‘Keeping On’
On his latest single, Rochester singer-songwriter Mikey James gives a nod to Bob Dylan, achieving a vintage pop feel with smirking lyrical humor.
VOTE NOW: Best of Rochester 2020 Primary Ballot
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s how to make the best of a bad situation. With that in mind, we present our annual Best of Rochester readers’ poll.
