1+ week, 1+ day ago   (227+ words) Walking For Rochester, a nonprofit that aims to eliminate litter from Rochester, has announced its 20x1,000 campaign, a community-wide fundraiser to raise $20,000 by bringing 1,000 people together to contribute $20 each. Walking For Rochester launches 20×1,000 fundraiser to raise $20,000 for litter cleanup ROCHESTER, N....

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (102+ words) The Post Bulletin asked candidates about their background information, as well as their reasons for wanting to serve on the district's governing body. Meet the candidates running for the Rochester School Board Ten candidates are running for four open seats…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (100+ words) A Rochester development project is raising questions about how the city balances growth with historic preservation. Heritage Preservation Commissioner Ben Zastrow joins us to discuss the proposed Broadway redevelopment, why the commission voted against it, and what the City Council’s…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (495+ words) Aug. 17—ROCHESTER — As small businesses and developers debate over what is the best path for downtown Rochester, Griot Arts owner Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara has purchased an almost 100-year-old building with the goal of being "a steward" rather than an owner. Nfonoyim-Hara…...

1+ mon, 12+ hour ago   (117+ words) The increase will cost residents about $92 more a year for a $400,000 home. Rochester voters approved a referendum Tuesday allowing the village to collect an additional $140,000 a year to maintain fire and EMS services. Village officials say the money will help…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (778+ words) Aug. 1—ROCHESTER — Rochester's mayor doesn't vote on policy changes and budget decisions but typically fields the blame when residents object. Mayor Kim Norton, who is serving her final year, has said the criticism tends to come when residents feel discouraged....

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (78+ words) Rochester, Torr family and Southeast Land Trust of NH are working to conserve 130 acres at 250 Chestnut Hill Road. Rochester, Torr family, SELT working to conserve 130 acres. Here's why ROCHESTER — The city's Conservation Commission voted unanimously to approve the expenditure of…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (400+ words) ROCHESTER — Plans for Community Action Partnership of Strafford County to expand its affordable senior housing at the Gafney Home were made simpler July 21, when the City Council approved a zoning change. The Gafney Home at 90 Wakefield St., as well as…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (308+ words) New York state is now accepting project proposals to share in the $225 million Rochester-Monroe Transformation Initiative. Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement Thursday after receiving sign-off from the regional economic development board. Funding will be awarded on a rolling basis....

1+ mon, 4+ week ago   (840+ words) Vote now for the Best of the Best ROCHESTER — The eight candidates seeking to be Rochester’s next mayor bring a variety of concerns and views regarding the city’s Regional Sports and Recreation Complex, which is currently under construction. Asked about…...