Two local technology firms and an educational institution will receive funding from NASA for product research and innovation. Circle Optics, Inc., of Rochester, OptiPro Systems, LLC, of the town of Ontario, and XAnalytix Systems of Clarence Center and partner Rochester ...
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Common Ground Health launches vaccine speakers bureau 
In an effort to ensure the public receives accurate, vetted information regarding the coronavirus vaccinations, Common Ground Health has launched the COVID-19 Vaccine Speakers Bureau. “There’s a tremendous amount of misinformation and myths being spread about both COVID-19 and the ...
Read More »Christopher’s Restaurant still very much a part of downtown 
When redevelopment of Irving Place meant Christopher’s Restaurant & Custom Catering would need to find a new home after 20 years in the old City Hall building, Paul Christopher thought maybe it was time to consider the suburbs. After all, ...
Read More »The Summit CEO Laurie Baker enjoys variety at work, and got just that taking the reins at pandemic’s onset 
Laurie Baker did not have much time to settle into her role as president and CEO of The Summit Federal Credit Union last February before the start of a once-in-a-century global pandemic. “Taking on the role of CEO at the ...
Read More »Lilac Festival returns in May 
After the coronavirus pandemic forced cancellation in 2020, the Rochester Lilac Festival will return for a 123rd time, albeit with a different format. The festival will take place in Highland Park over nine days covering three consecutive weekends: May 7-9, ...
Read More »Employers must provide paid vaccination leave time 
Employers in New York must provide all employees with up to four hours of paid “vaccine” leave should time off from work be necessary to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The work leave requirement, covering all members of the public and ...
Read More »New stimulus package provides further assistance to individuals, businesses 
As millions of Americans continue to struggle from the financial impact of COVID-19, Congress approved — and President Joseph Biden signed — an additional $1.9 trillion in funding for individuals and businesses. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 follows ...
Read More »COVID-19 sparks innovation in networking opportunities for women 
Recently, Jennifer , a member with Bond Schoeneck & King, invited a fellow board member to take a walk with her so the two of them could connect and network. The two of them met for a 7 a.m. stroll. ...
Read More »Reopening the economy should be dictated by businesses and consumers 
At the beginning of the pandemic one year ago, there was a swift, government shutdown of the economy. Today, one year later, reopening has begun, but the process will be quite different. It will most certainly not be mandatory and ...
Read More »New law will require disclosure of entity owners 
The United States is one of the easiest places in the world to set up a corporation or LLC without revealing any personal identifying information of those in charge. A new federal law enacted at the end of last year ...
Read More »Local women business owners persevere through pandemic 
Rochester is home to a number of minority women who are finding success as entrepreneurs even amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the stories of three of those women. Fatima Bayram If women’s spring fashion is going to make a ...
Read More »Airports, transit systems receive federal funding 
Upstate New York airports and transit systems will share more than $480 million in the newest COVID relief package, including several in the Rochester and Finger Lakes regions. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) said this week that Upstate airports will ...
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Read More »Pandemic a catalyst for companies to prioritize flexibility, wellness for women 
Like many other business leaders, Alyssa Whitfield had to pivot and alter the way her organization operated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her goal of helping women get job ready and achieve economic dependence, however, did not waver. “Making sure our ...
Read More »Cancellation of home and garden show won’t derail remodeling demands 
The 2021 ROC Home and Garden show has been canceled, the second year in a row that the COVID-19 pandemic has derailed the Rochester Home Builders’ Association showcase of products and providers. But in an effort to help consumers with ...
Read More »Pandemic incites growth, innovation for cutting-edge AR technology supplier 
In a year filled with turmoil ranging from the pandemic and social unrest, to business shutdowns and record unemployment rates, one local manufacturing company quietly grew its customer base and staff, its offerings and its bottom line. “A year’s worth ...
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