In the village of Brockport, traffic is always a topic of discussion. Whether its heavy, moderate, or slow, its always talked about. Evan locals who love living in the Brockport area mention that their biggest complaint about the area is… Read More ›
Athletes train all year for a chance to compete against the best in the Olympics. Many of them compete in events like alpine skiing, figure skating and floor hockey. No matter the event, all of them are special. The Special… Read More ›
Students across the nation spend upwards of $655 on text books each year. With prices of textbooks on the rise, students have become more savvy at navigating the best deals. The choice; online or in-store shopping. Since technology has changed… Read More ›
By: Joseph Massaro, Alex Ulatowski, Nate Mundt, Paul Elliott and Matt Wilson Canalside Chronicles Staff Carvin Eison is a tremendous influence in the Rochester community. Whether it’s making films chronicling the history of Rochester, such as “July ’64: Roots of… Read More ›
By Paul Cifonelli, Bridgette Babb, Hannah Danielski and Alaina Jonathan Barely two-square miles, the Village of Brockport is greatly impacted by the people who live here. In the fall and spring, The College at Brockport plays a large role on how the village… Read More ›
By: Joseph Massaro, Alex Ulatowski, Nate Mundt, Paul Elliott and Matt Wilson Canalside Chronicles Staff The Town of Sweden is often overshadowed by the Village of Brockport. Despite having about 6,000 more residents than Brockport and popular stores, such as… Read More ›
Life in a small town moves at a slower pace. Unlike a big city, there isn’t a booming night life or a plethora of activities for families to enjoy. In the town of Hamlin it is the recreation department’s responsibility to organize exciting year-round events…
By Mark Cuminale, Matt Kensek, Ricky Wolf, and Chris Suarez Clarkson, NY- The long awaited construction of a new Speedway gas station is underway in the Town of Clarkson, leaving some residents scratching their heads. The building site—at the intersection… Read More ›
By Paul Cifonelli, Bridgette Babb, Hannah Danielski and Alaina Jonathan BROCKPORT, NY- In a college town it is just generally assumed that police officers have a difficult job. Making arrests and writing tickets is expected to be the norm. However,… Read More ›
Living in a college dorm isn’t for everyone and for some, finding an alternative living situation is a necessity. Dorm life can be overwhelming and stressful…
By Matt Kensek, Mark Cuminale, Chris Suarez, Ricky Wolf Canalside Chronicles Staff Lampposts cast shadows on the surrounding Main Street shops in the village of Brockport as a cluster of adults and students make their way toward one of the… Read More ›
By: Joseph Massaro, Alex Ulatowski, Nate Mundt, Paul Elliott and Matt Wilson Canalside Chronicles Staff Some people think the only way to listen to music nowadays is through downloading or streaming services. However, one particular store offers an original way to listen to… Read More ›
By Zandra Weaver Canalside Chronicles Staff The Erie Canal is a New York State icon. The winding, manmade body of water stretches over 300 miles as it travels from Albany to Buffalo. Many New Yorkers and tourists use the canal… Read More ›
By Shelby Toth Canalside Chronicles Staff The canal is a defining feature of Brockport. Afterall, it owes its very existence to it. And like any heart of any village, it comes with a few strange tales. While many people have… Read More ›
By: Erika Curtis Canalside Chronicles Staff Activist, Abolitionist, Author. Underdog hero of the 19th century Frederick Douglass is remembered for his undying desire to give U.S. slaves the same chances and opportunities he had and he spent his life helping… Read More ›
By Patrick Doyle and Jamie Straub Canalside Chronicles Staff At his desk in the back room of Lift Bridge Book Shop, Cody Steffen plays a video game. On Steffen’s computer screen is a job search website opened to the “Jobs… Read More ›
By Nick Agostinelli Brockport, NY- There is something unique about the villages and towns along the Erie Canal. Many of them have tourist sites, many have activities along the canal and most have interesting bridges. The village of Brockport is more… Read More ›
Businesses on Brockport’s Main Street will be negatively affected when construction on the village’s main lift bridge begins in 2021, but village officials believe that the downtown businesses will adapt to the changes well. The Main Street lift bridge has been in… Read More ›
By Christina Giruzzi and Ashley Reeves Many people view drinking in college as a rite of passage. A college town like Brockport is bound to be filled with fake IDs that allow underage kids to purchase or consume alcohol. This… Read More ›
From learning to ice skate to learning how to balance chaotic college life, students at the College at Brockport have a place where they can go to do it all. The Special Events Recreation Center, or SERC first opened its… Read More ›
When you think of your favorite restaurants, you may think of places in big cities or trendy towns. You probably would not think of a spot in a small village like Hamlin, New York; But there is one, and it’s… Read More ›
The ever-changing winter weather is making life difficult for the residents in the village of Brockport and for the people commuting into the college campus. The month of January has been especially harsh for the students at The College at… Read More ›
by Marleese Patterson and Melissa Klehr BROCKPORT, NY – Clouds, rain, snow, ice, slush—the seemingly endless cycle of Brockport’s winter weather can be difficult to handle. It can even trigger emotional problems or make existing mental conditions worse. Many people… Read More ›
