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Hochul orders pause on NY data center development for up to 1 year

Gov. Kathy Hochul ordered a moratorium on hyperscale data center permits in New York for up to one year to protect the environment and energy grid.

Developer seeks...

Developer seeks tax incentives from COMIDA for Perinton apartments

Banking & Finance

Tompkins Financial Advisors names local advisor to drive WNY expansion

Tompkins Financial Advisors names local advisor to drive WNY expansion

Tompkins Financial Advisors appointed a new managing director to lead wealth management growth in Western New York.

Real Estate & Construction

A rendering of the proposed Hartwell Heights development in Perinton. (File rendering from the application submission to the town of Perinton Planning Board)

Developer seeks tax incentives from COMIDA for Perinton apartments

WDG2, LLC seeks $1.6 million in tax abatements from COMIDA for the $10.6 million Hartwell Heights apartment project in Perinton.

Government & Politics

Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order that pauses for up to one year the development of massive data centers in New York. (Photo by Depositphotos)

Hochul orders pause on NY data center development for up to 1 year

Gov. Kathy Hochul ordered a moratorium on hyperscale data center permits in New York for up to one year to protect the environment and energy grid.

Nonprofits

BRICK Rochester Academy names founding principal, opens enrollment

BRICK Rochester Academy names founding principal, opens enrollment

BRICK Rochester Academy named its founding principal and opened enrollment for kindergarten and first grade for its 2026-27 start.

Healthcare

Becker’s Hospital Review recently named F.F. Thompson Hospital to its 2026 list of “100 Great Community Hospitals.” (Photo provided by F.F. Thompson Hospital)

F.F. Thompson Hospital named one of nation’s ‘100 Great Community Hospitals’

F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua is the only New York hospital named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 list of 100 Great Community Hospitals.

Power List

Power List for Construction & Real Estate

RBJ presents the 2026 Power List for Construction & Real Estate

RBJ’s 2026 Power List for Construction & Real Estate includes individuals who are quite literally shaping the Rochester community.

Opinion

Movers & Shakers

BTM Business Connect

Boulter Industrial Contractors, Inc. earns industry workforce development recognition

Boulter Industrial Contractors, Inc. earns industry workforce development recognition

Boulter Industrial Contractors, Inc. has been recognized as a 2025 Workforce Ambassador in the Small Industry category by the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF).

EVENTS

Reader Rankings

July 21st, 2026 | 12:00 AM

Reader Rankings is a unique event that celebrates and recognizes the best our community has to offer. Voting is open until May 29.

Business Succession Planning

July 30th, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Join RBJ and a panel of local experts as they discuss the latest in business succession planning.

Business of Cannabis 2026

August 27th, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Local experts discuss how the recreational marijuana industry is progressing and how it is affecting the overall cannabis industry in New Yo[...]

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Columns and Features

Middle market snapshot: How private capital is reshaping the modern capital stack

Creating an innovation engine: How Rochester business can drive, benefit from startup growth

Early childhood education: An investment in Rochester’s future

Five reasons why a power of attorney may fail in Medicaid planning (especially in New York)

Why strategic communication and brand strategy matter for nonprofits

Lifespan expands transportation options for older adults in Monroe County

Housing market shifting from booming sellers’ market, but not in free fall | Rochester Realty Review

Understanding health insurance premiums: Why rates are rising and what businesses can do

Managers at Work - Kathleen Driscoll

How managers can reveal and develop hidden employee skills | Managers at Work

Commentary: Managers and HR leaders explore strategies to identify hidden talent and skills within their workforce to enhance engagement and succession planning.

How diverse schools prepare Rochester students for a global workforce | Purposeful Learning

What running a school teaches you about leading any organization | Purposeful Learning

Commentary: Leading a school like The Harley School requires a strong business sense, an ability to build relationships, an eye toward enrollment and marketing, and the leadership skills necessary to unite a community around a shared mission.

Why your CPA should be in the boardroom | Taxing Matters

Why your CPA should be in the boardroom | Taxing Matters

Commentary: Most expensive business decisions aren’t bad decisions – they’re good ones made without the right or a full financial perspective.

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The real financial risk isn’t just volatility — it’s complexity | Viewpoint

Commentary: The real risk in M&A isn’t just volatility; it’s the disjointed systems that fail to connect the dots.

On Sports Scott Pitoniak

John Kucko teaches us about beauty, courage, gratitude | On Sports

Commentary: John Kucko is determined and comforted by the fact he has thousands praying for him and sending positive vibes his way.

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Focus Section

Senior living providers in Rochester address workforce shortages amid aging population

More than a meal: How dining has become a competitive advantage in adult living

Commercial insurance rates rise slower as NY underwriters focus on risk management

Third-party risk grows as businesses expand vendor networks

Entrepreneurs and small business owners: The importance of furthering your education 

The art of business succession planning: A 3-step framework | Viewpoint

Rochester small businesses face cost pressures and uncertainty in lending

More than secure: Designing schools where students feel safe | Architecturally Speaking

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The real financial risk isn’t just volatility — it’s complexity | Viewpoint

Commentary: The real risk in M&A isn’t just volatility; it’s the disjointed systems that fail to connect the dots.

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Rochester banks balance digital innovation with personal service

Banks in Rochester are blending digital tools with personal relationships to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.

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Middle market snapshot: How private capital is reshaping the modern capital stack

Commentary: KeyBank’s Middle Market Snapshot Survey points to a market that is more active, more confident, and more strategic about private capital than recent headlines might suggest.

Five reasons why a power of attorney may fail in Medicaid planning (especially in New York)

Five reasons why a power of attorney may fail in Medicaid planning (especially in New York)

Commentary: Many families believe they are ‘covered’ once a Power of Attorney (POA) is executed. It is one of the most practical documents in any estate plan, allowing a trusted person to step in and manage finances when you cannot.

Lifespan expands transportation options for older adults in Monroe County

Lifespan expands transportation options for older adults in Monroe County

Commentary: Lifespan in Monroe County offers expanded transportation resources for older adults to maintain independence and access medical appointments safely.

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