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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 just one of those things that my… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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 ›
Brockport is not just a college town, it is a small village filled with many interesting people and history. There are many residents in Brockport that have rich stories; Elizabeth Deleon-Fox , also known as Liz, is one of the… Read More ›
In Africa, drum and dance are two things that are used to bring the community together, celebrate life, or create an atmosphere in the village. Sankofa is The College at Brockport’s African drum and dance ensemble. They strive to recreate… Read More ›
