By Cora Bennage Some of the most famous paintings are of women, yet art by women has been underrepresented for centuries. “The Mona Lisa,” “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” and “Penitent Magdalene” are celebrated pieces by men, but artists like… Read More ›
Event stories
Free speech prevails
Despite efforts to silence a controversial speaker at Brockport, more than five hundred people were able to listen to him. Jalil Muntaqim spoke to the Brockport community over a zoom call on April 6. Leading up to the speech, there… Read More ›
DNA sample may unmask Rochester Alphabet Killer
From the time Alexis Ortiz was old enough to understand, she knew about the family rumor surrounding her grandfather – and she thinks it holds water. Ortiz, a 21-year-old Rochester resident, believes her grandfather may have been the Rochester Alphabet Killer…. Read More ›
Roc on at the Lilac Festival
The Lilac Festival will be in full bloom this year, and festival-goers are excited to rock out. The release of the musical lineup has Rochesterians giddy for nice weather and good outdoor music. Most of the 41 bands on the… Read More ›
Danger below
The Erie Canal in a main tourist attraction in New York State. Tourists can hike, bike, and boat the canal all the while taking in its rich history. But beyond the history and recreational value of the canal, there are… Read More ›
Opening Up Dispensaries in the Brockport Area
By Katrina Bown Since the legalization of marijuana in New York state, many small towns and villages have been struggling to adapt to the new addition of Cannabis dispensaries. The Village of Brockport is one of the areas learning to… Read More ›
Boo-port! Brockport’s Halloween Festivities
(Brockport, N.Y.) Spooky season is finally upon us, and the town of Brockport is gearing up for a very spirited affair. On Thursday, October 28 the Sweden-Clarkson Recreation Department will host its annual Halloween Special. According to the recreation center,… Read More ›
Disney’s Rules for Rejoicing in it’s Magic: A Guide to Safe Vacationing
Many people are waiting for a majority of the world to reopen so they can do something as fun as going on vacations again. Popular spots such as theme parks have slowly been reopening slowly, but one place that has… Read More ›
Homeless Epidemic During Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic is an unprecedented time for everyone. This is clear even for the Center for Disease Control, as they continuously change policies and add new recommendations on how to protect yourself from the deadly virus. The uncertainty that… Read More ›
Local young authors share their stories of immigration in new book
By Brianna Bush With the COVID-19 pandemic meeting in person to do anything has been a difficult feat, leading many to turn to a more accommodating method to meet. To launch its new book, Green Card Voices utilized booth Zoom and Facebook… Read More ›