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Adaptive reuse revitalizes legacy buildings in Rochester

Adaptive reuse is helping Rochester developers and construction firms revitalize legacy buildings, supporting neighborhoods and reducing construction costs.

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Banking & Finance

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Regional banking experts say communication and planning critical for small businesses 

Regional banking experts highlight the importance of communication and planning for small businesses.

Real Estate & Construction

LeChase Construction Services was recognized in the Build America Awards for work at the Corning Museum of Glass. (Photo by Revette Studio/provided by LeChase)

LeChase honored for construction excellence on Corning Museum expansion

LeChase Construction Services earned a Build America Award for the $36.3 million Corning Museum of Glass expansion project in New York.

Government & Politics

The town of Greece has been certified as an Age-Friendly Community. (Photo by Kevin Oklobzija)

Town of Greece certified as ‘Age-Friendly Community’

The town of Greece earned certification as an Age-Friendly Community, meeting standards from AARP and the World Health Organization to support seniors.

Nonprofits

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Rochester Women’s Giving Circle awards record $265,000 to support women and girls

The Rochester Women’s Giving Circle awarded a record $265,000 to 12 nonprofits supporting women and girls in economic self-sufficiency.

Healthcare

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Caring for the whole person: Why mental health is central to older adult services

Commentary: When individuals make the transition into older adult living communities, they are not simply changing their address, they are navigating a significant life change.

Power List

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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

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APD named to Zweig Group’s 2026 Hot Firm List

APD Engineering & Architecture has been recognized as a 2026 Hot Firm by Zweig Group, recognizing the 100 fastest-growing AEC firms.

EVENTS

AI Summit

June 18th, 2026 | 1:30 PM

Insights from functional leaders on where to start, what’s working, and how to lead transformational change.

Cybersecurity Panel

June 25th, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Local experts will discuss key issues shaping cyber security in the Rochester region and beyond.

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.

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Columns and Features

Charitable Events Calendar | June 5 -12, 2026

Health isn’t a shortcut – it’s a standard | Effortlessly Healthy

Caring for the whole person: Why mental health is central to older adult services

How Billie Eilish helps explain Zillow’s current struggles | Rochester Realty Review

Knicks alum John Wallace is loving his old team’s run | On Sports

Supporting the pathways that power our economy | On Business

Organizational spring cleaning | Leading With Purpose

Charitable Events Calendar | May 29 – June 5, 2026

Private Banking - Vince Lecce

Strategic planning and reducing risk: Why business owners can’t afford to wait

Commentary: One of the most consequential risks a business faces is not operational, but strategic: the lack of a clear plan for ownership transition.

On Sports Scott Pitoniak

Opining on Clement’s All-Star credentials, more Knicks ties, a local golfer in US Open

Commentary: There are rare occasions when Ernie Clement swings and misses, but the Brighton native makes contact on an astounding 91.9 percent of his swings.

Beyond resumes: How managers can evaluate promotion candidates | Managers at Work

What Anthony Bourdain taught me about business | Leading With Levity

Commentary: When people hear that I'm launching a new show called The Good Business Tour, they often ask me where the idea came from. The answer usually surprises them: Anthony Bourdain.

Managers at Work - Kathleen Driscoll

Rethinking ‘culture fit’ in hiring can boost innovation and diversity

Commentary: Experts challenge the emphasis on culture fit in hiring, advocating for culture contribution to enhance innovation and diversity in teams.

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The most overlooked tax planning window of the year | Viewpoint

Commentary: For many taxpayers, April 15 feels like a finish line. But from a tax planning perspective, the period immediately after Tax Day is often one of the most important times of the year.

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Focus Section

Labor and employment attorneys warn of AI risks in hiring and personnel decisions

Succession planning for privately held businesses: A 360-degree road map

Passing the baton: How two Rochester businesses made the transition

Transitioning your business: What happens without an exit plan? | Viewpoint

Rochester advisors emphasize team approach to succession planning

Four fraud schemes businesses can’t afford to ignore | Corporate Finance

Relationship managers’ roles are evolving along with banking tech

Area banks report steady commercial lending in Rochester

The revitalized Harper's Corner, as viewed from the southeast corner of Main Street and Clinton Avenue. (Photo provided by Home Leasing)

Adaptive reuse revitalizes legacy buildings in Rochester

Adaptive reuse is helping Rochester developers and construction firms revitalize legacy buildings, supporting neighborhoods and reducing construction costs.

The view from a residential unit inside Tower280. (RBJ File photo)

Downtown Rochester surpasses 10,000 residents as housing demand grows

Downtown Rochester now has over 10,000 residents with strong demand for walkable urban living, according to Buckingham Properties and Riedman.

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Caring for the whole person: Why mental health is central to older adult services

Commentary: When individuals make the transition into older adult living communities, they are not simply changing their address, they are navigating a significant life change.

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Rochester nonprofits address workplace mental health challenges

Rochester nonprofits like NCADD-RA and NAMI Rochester highlight workplace stress and offer programs to improve employee mental health and support.

Employers face rising mental health accommodation requests under ADA

Employers face rising mental health accommodation requests under ADA

Employers face increasing mental health accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requiring proactive management and legal compliance.

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