Chris Kinsley: Leader on and off the field
Team Captain Chris Kinsley leads by example. Now in his senior year, long time athlete reflects on his career and the leadership skills gained.
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A Big Dream and a Bigger Impact
How Kyle Matthews turned skateboarding into suicide awareness. By Shay Gauthier, Carrie Watt, Melvin Horsford and Max Riley BROCKPORT, NY– By the time he was 14, Kyle Matthews knew he wanted to start a business. Little did he know that becoming a… Read More ›
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New York vaping ban affects local business
By Kari Ashworth, Lauryn Jodush, Socrates Maura and Maricruz Reyes With the recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report about the health outbreak associated with vaping, Gov. Andrew Cuomo banned flavored e-cigarettes. Vapor World is one local business… Read More ›
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Last call for Brockport bars
Why some local bars have managed to stay in business while others have not. By Carrie Watt, Max Riley, Melvin Horsford and Shay Gauthier BROCKPORT, N.Y. — If you visit Brockport during the day, you are likely to see college… Read More ›
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A Community Connection
How parks and recreation bring Sweden and Clarkson together By: Jon Miller, Hannah Arp and Jared Rosenberg SWEDEN, NY- When it comes to small towns like Sweden, parks and recreation is a crucial part of the socialization and physical activity… Read More ›
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A World of Difference
by Tyler West Most children look forward to watching their favorite television shows after school, going to sleepovers at their friends houses and what they’re having for dinner. Things were a little bit different for a child who growing up… Read More ›
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Feeding her soul
(Photo Credits: Kaitlin Hill’s Instagram & Margaret Stewart) By Margaret Stewart Kaitlin Hill has been a dancer all her life. Like many young girls, her parents were the first ones to enroll her in her first dance class. “It… Read More ›
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Brockport’s Pride: Honoring LGBTQIA+ Students
In 2017, the percentage of adults who identify as LGBT+ rose to 4.5 percent in the United States, according to a study by Gallup. More than ever, college campuses are choosing to celebrate those students by offering Lavender Ceremonies. These ceremonies… Read More ›
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Looking Past Disability
The College at Brockport prides itself in being the first school to offer specialization on Adapted Physical Education across the country. This specialization has attracted students from around the globe. Ruben Arroyo is an international student from Puerto Rico who… Read More ›
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Brittany Brennan: Lookin’ Sharp
By Ashley Reeves As both a mother and a tattoo artist, Brittany “Baby Boo” Brennan is a busy woman. Hailing from Erie, Pennsylvania, Brennan originally attended college to pursue a degree in nursing. “I actually wanted to be a tattoo… Read More ›
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Spring Spruce-Up Success
Students from the College at Brockport joined other members of the community on April 26 to plant new trees all along the sidewalk on Holley Street as part of the village’s annual Spring Spruce-Up initiative. The community members… Read More ›
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Unity Trip Reinforces Bonds Between Students
In April, The office for equity, diversity and inclusion hosted a trip to Washington D.C. They invited 52 student leaders from cultural clubs all across campus. According to Diversity Recruitment and Retention Specialist, Sandra Vazquez, the office wanted to… Read More ›
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A Man of the People
By Andrew Harrington, Kyle Boyd and Nick Agostinelli The City of Rochester is known for having many unique features. This includes the Genesee River that flows through the city, Highland Park with its lilacs and the George Eastman Museum… Read More ›
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Shaun Nelms: A Step in the Direction of Equity
By Christina Giruzzi and Ashley Reeves Doctor of Education Shaun Nelms has been consistently working to make changes in the Rochester City School District. Nelms is the superintendent of East High school and also leads the Center for Urban Education… Read More ›
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Blue for Bivona: Uniting a Community to Fight Child Abuse
by Marleese Patterson and Tyler West In the U.S., nearly 700,000 children are victims of abuse every year. In 2017, about 1,720 children died from abuse or neglect, according to the U.S. Administration for Children & Families. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center says that one… Read More ›
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Sweden is in the Money
By Kyle Boyd, Nick Agostinelli, Andrew Harrington and Isaac De Leon When it comes to the town of Sweden there always seems to be a plan make its environment and surroundings better. Community members in Sweden will soon be… Read More ›
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Clarkson Prepares for Future Energy Source
After months of discussion, weeks of debate and hours of difficult decisions, the Clarkson Town Board is finally starting to make progress in their journey to implement solar energy systems. Currently, solar energy installations are permitted for residences, as long… Read More ›
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A Community in Crisis: Brockport Copes with the Opioid Crisis
By Ashley Reeves and Christina Giruzzi Throughout the country, the heroin and opioid crisis have placed a serious burden on law enforcement and other government agencies. Communities such as Brockport and Monroe County have felt the effects of the opioid… Read More ›
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Preserving the Past, Building a Future: Celebrating 200 Years of Good Neighbors
The small town of Clarkson is about to mark a big milestone: Its bicentennial. Though the town will hold various events throughout the year to honor its history, the big celebration will be held during the town’s annual Good… Read More ›
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Special Olympics: More than a game
By Margaret Stewart and Autumne Venturino 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… Read More ›
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Textbooks: The Growing Trend of Online Shopping
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 ›
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Brockport’s Hidden Figure
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 ›
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Impacting Change
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 ›
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Beyond the Boundaries
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 ›
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Parks and Rec Team Livens Up Hamlin
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…
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New Gas Station Fuels Debate
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 ›
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Crime Plummets in Brockport
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 ›
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The Brock: Alternative Housing for College Students
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…
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Prepping for the Party: Brockport Braces for College Nightlife
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 ›
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Brockport’s Hidden Gem: Trader Shag’s Emporium
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 ›
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The Steel Classroom
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 ›
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Canal Death Leads to Dog Arrest
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 ›
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Bringing a Legacy to Life
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 ›
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Local Bookstore Owner Starts Another Chapter
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 ›
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The legacy of Barb LeSavoy
By: Alyssa Birkholz, Maranda Meisenzahl, Melody Ascione BROCKPORT, NY- When Barbara LeSavoy, Ph.D. came to The College at Brockport, she noticed that there was a gaping hole in the curriculum. LeSavoy spent 12 years working to fill that hole. In… Read More ›
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Starting a movement
“I am most often the only person in a meeting who looks like me… and after a while that becomes taxing,” Archie said. “Unfortunately, as an African American male, I will never have the privilege that I can choose to say ‘I’m not gonna be an advocate today.’”
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Making a difference from the sky
How drones are helping to keep the memory of veterans alive in the Town of Sweden. By Carrie Watt, Melvin Horsford, Shay Gauthier and Max Riley SWEDEN, NY— In preparation for Memorial Day 2020, the Town of Sweden has teamed… Read More ›
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The case of the missing snow plan
By: Alyssa Birkholz, Maranda Meisenzahl, Melody Ascione CLARKSON, NY- As the winter season approaches, Clarkson residents begin to hang up their rakes, dust off their snow shovels and prepare for snow-covered roads in preparation for the winter season. Clarkson residents… Read More ›
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Seymour Library budget proposal to be finalized soon
By Kari Ashworth, Lauryn Jodush, Socrates Maura and Maricruz Reyes The Seymour Public Library is facing a budget crisis. Funding rules created in the 1990s have not kept up with the library’s expenses but that may soon change. The library… Read More ›
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Brightly Farms biggest fan
The small town of Hamlin will soon be getting a big addition: A 182 foot tall wind turbine on Redman Road.
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From rock bottom to a life of possibilities
By: Alyssa Birkholz, Maranda Meisenzahl and Melody Ascione Red solo cups filled with beer. People dancing to the beat of the latest hit song. The lingering smell of marijuana. This is a typical college party. Although what is typical for… Read More ›
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The legacy of Barb LeSavoy
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Brittany Brennan: Lookin’ Sharp
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