Unlocking the Archive: January 1978 snowfall (not just that blizzard)
This week we look back at January 1978 when Ross County was covered in snow. Share your memories with us of that historic ...
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New exhibit at University of Rochester explores evolution of photographic portraiture
A new exhibit featuring hundreds of photographs is on display at the University of Rochester."Face Value: The Uses of ...
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Nourishing Monroe County’s senior community
CCE Monroe’s County Nutrition program aims to offer seniors at various community sites throughout the greater Rochester area ...
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Monroe County Land Bank formed to turn vacant properties into affordable housing options
“Vacant properties diminish the quality of life in our neighborhoods, posing risks to public safety, health and housing ...
When upstate ice kept New York City chilled
In the 19th century, natural ice was a prized possession. New York City was the nation’s largest consumer, and Hudson Valley ...
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Historical museum receives a facelift after nearly 50 years
Riley County Historical Museum director Katharine Hensler, second from left, talks with Melanie Highsmith, museum curator of ...
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From the Files of the Rochester Historical Museum
As you may know I always like a good history mystery. A while ago I found a poster that presented me with one. Given that I found a poster at the museum asking the question at the heart of this ...
Extreme cold warning for most of Wisconsin Tuesday; some districts call off school
The extreme cold warning includes the counties of Dane, Sauk, Iowa, Jefferson, Lafayette, Green and Rock for midnight through ...