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Rochester schools Superintendent Barbara Deane-Williams leaving in January

Rochester schools Superintendent Barbara Deane-Williams announced late Thursday evening that she is retiring on January 31, 2019. More...

By Tim Louis Macaluso

Rochester schools Superintendent Barbara Deane-Williams leaving in January

New RBTL theater could boost all arts venues, consultant says

A new report suggests that a new larger theater for the Rochester Broadway Theatre League can have a positive economic impact on other city arts venues.

By Tim Louis Macaluso

[UPDATED] Micciche to side with Lej Dems

[UPDATE] County Legislator Tony Micciche is leaving the Republican Party, switching his registration to the Democratic Party, and joining the County Legislature's Democratic Caucus, according to a press release from the Monroe County Democratic Committee.

By Jeremy Moule

News & Opinion

Climate report calls for 'unprecedented' action

A new, comprehensive report on global warming, prepared by the top climate change agency in the world, doesn't contain much in the way of good news.

By Jeremy Moule

Arts & Entertainment

Review: 'Monet's Waterloo Bridge: Vision and Process'

The MAG exhibition showcases eight of Monet's 40 paintings of the Waterloo Bridge, including the MAG's own jewel-like version, "Waterloo Bridge, Veiled Sun," and seven other versions borrowed from North American sister institutions.

By Rebecca Rafferty

Restaurants

Fall foliage lunch stop at Stonecat

Stonecat Café is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner after a day of hiking and sipping Riesling at the myriad Seneca Lake wineries. This year marks Stonecat's 19th year providing local, ethical, and delectable food as well as jazz-themed live music.

By Rachel Crawford