By Brandon Sprague and Linsey Madison In the wake of the coronavirus, many people have been left without work. Whether they were furloughed or their company closed temporarily, they are feeling the economic impact. As a financial safety net, the… Read More ›
By Alex Hutton For many kids, senior year is the best year of high school. It’s their last year to spend time with friends, attend prom and graduation ceremonies. For the 2020 senior class their last year of high school… Read More ›
By William Bradseth All throughout the Mohawk Valley food pantries continue to adjust to the Coronavirus in order to help their communities and provide food for families in need. With help from Feeding America, and the USDA food pantries are… Read More ›
By Tucker Cergol and Wilson Wong When SUNY Brockport lacrosse player Emma Nevers, watched as the clock ticked to zero during the teams victory against Clarkson University on March 11, she was excited for the win. Little did the junior… Read More ›
By Trinity Wilson Nearly six weeks into the pandemic and many local businesses in the village of Brockport are still adjusting to the changes. In the midst of these changes, some businesses still providing services through take-out, online, or have… Read More ›
By Kevin Zimmer and Chyann Klahs COVID-19 has impacted small businesses located in quaint towns and cities nationwide. In the village of Brockport, small businesses are suffering as revenue continues to decrease during the pandemic. At the start of the… Read More ›
by Wiliam Bradseth Churches that were once a place of fellowship and gathering have now been completely deserted. With the sudden arrival of COVID-19 churches are turning to social media, online services, and live streams to try and keep people… Read More ›
By Alex Hutton Coronavirus cases have risen to over 1,000 in Monroe County, but the reach of the crisis goes far beyond those that contract the disease. While the pandemic poses a threat to physical health, it has wreaked havoc… Read More ›
By Trinity Wilson When the Spring 2020 semester began, teachers and students at SUNY Brockport never would have expected that classes would move online. Alongside the other sixty-three SUNY colleges, The College at Brockport will remain closed for the remainder… Read More ›
By: Emily Conn Like so many dance majors at SUNY Brockport, Lucy Mundschau had dreams of performing this semester. She hoped to choreograph and dance in the Dance Department’s student-choreographed show Dance/Strasser. She also looked forward to performing at Scholars… Read More ›
By Tucker Cergol and Wilson Wong As the game clock struck zero on March 7 in Brockport’s gym, it almost seemed like it was too good to be true. After beating Middlebury 84-81, the Brockport men’s basketball team was heading… Read More ›
By Kevin Zimmer and Chyann Klahs Students at SUNY Brockport are facing major challenges in adjusting to the digital learning environment. The students with disabilities are facing unique challenges during this transition. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently announced that… Read More ›
By Alex Hutton, Brandon Sprague, and Linsey Madison At the start of a new school year, teachers prepare for another year according to the predefined curriculum, Dana Campbell, on the other hand, is starting from scratch to create a brand… Read More ›
By: William Bradseth, Emily Conn, and Marti Feyeraband Owning a home on the shores of Lake Ontario is a blessing and a curse. The ability to watch serene blue waves gently ripple along the unimpeded horizon from the comfort of… Read More ›
By Wilson Wong and Tucker Cergol Let’s pretend it’s just a typical day in the Town of Sweden. You just got out of work or class and you need to go home, or to Walmart ,or to Buckmans to get… Read More ›
By Chyann Klahs, Kevin Zimmer, and Trinity Wilson Four years ago Brockport business owner Judith Andrew had an idea for how to create a networking event for her fellow business owners as well bring people in the Brockport community together…. Read More ›
Written by: Chyann Klahs and Courtney Deeren A little known treasure box full of Brockport history is hiding in a quaint building on State street. The outside may not look like much, a tall brick building painted a light bluish-grey… Read More ›
By William Bradseth, Emily Conn and Marti Feyerabend If you’ve been to Brockport, you may have caught a glimpse of village history from the corner of your eye. You’re headed north on Main Street and it catches your attention. The… Read More ›
By Alex Hutton, Brandon Sprague and Linsey Madison At first glance, the Village of Holley looks like any canalside town. Its industrial past is evident as you drive down the village’s main street. Stretching only 1.2 square miles, you wouldn’t… Read More ›
By Tucker Cergol and Wilson Wong As Greg Dunne, the men’s basketball coach at SUNY Brockport, watched his team win by nearly 50 points on Tuesday, Feb. 11, one thing seemed to stand out – the crowd at home games… Read More ›
By Trinity Wilson The Strand Theater has been entertaining moviegoers for generations. As the second oldest theater in the country, the Strand has become a historical landmark in the Brockport community and a ideal escape for college students. Jennifer Countryman… Read More ›
By Kevin Zimmer BROCKPORT, N.Y.—New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently announced a $300 million plan to revive and improve the Erie Canal and the Empire State Trail.. A fraction of the money will be used to create a pedestrian pathway… Read More ›
How Nate Riexinger lost three of his peers to teenage suicide. By Shay Gauthier BROCKPORT, N.Y.- He lost one person. Then another. Then another. Nate Riexinger understands what it means to lose several people to teenage suicide. In less than… Read More ›
By: Kari Ashworth For many student-athletes, balancing school, athletics, and work can prove to be difficult. However, it is the structure and support of the athletic programs that allow student-athletes to flourish in the transitional nature of college. Bailey Pratt,… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
The small town of Hamlin will soon be getting a big addition: A 182 foot tall wind turbine on Redman Road.
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 ›
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 the scene at a typical college party. Although what… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
(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 was… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 present included… Read More ›
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 host… Read More ›
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 dedicated to… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 able… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 Neighbor… Read More ›
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 ›
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 Marti Feyerabend As the COVID-19 pandemic made its way into our communities, everyday life began to come to a halt. In an effort to protect the vulnerable, businesses that were deemed non-essential closed and people have been ordered to… Read More ›
By: Emily Conn As soon as the weather warms up and plants start to bloom, SUNY Brockport students begin celebrating spring. You walk across campus passing by people sunbathing, playing football, throwing a frisbee and blasting music from portable speakers…. Read More ›
When the COVID-19 outbreak first became more widely known it caused a mass panic, driving people to the stores to stock up on necessities. As time went on and the panic died down, grocery store shelves were restocked and, as… Read More ›
By Courtney Deeren Area schools are continuing to serve free meals to families in need despite being shut down due to the coronavirus pandemic. Holley Central School District Superintendent Brian Bartalo shared the district’s steps to distributing meals to its… Read More ›