Beloved Spiritual, Community/Spiritual Leader Rev. James R. Cherry Sr. Makes His Transition
Rev. James R. Cherry Sr. is being remembered as a dynamic spiritual and community in the wake of his
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Where Are The Guns Coming From? Community Leaders Unite Against Gun Violence; Announce Launching of Anti-Gun Campaign with City-wide Billboards
Community Leaders Unite Against Gun Violence; Announce Launching of Anti-Gun Campaign with City-wide Billboards Community activist Neal Dobbins fired up
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Solidarity Sundays: Local Black Leaders Featured in Outdoor Series for Month of August
Dr. Lesli Myers-Small, superintendent of the Rochester City School District, will be the kick-off speaker Aug. 2 for Solidarity Sundays,
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Pine Grill Jazz Reunion Goes Virtual With World Class Local Artists, Tribute to Agnes Bain & More!
Sunday, August 2 & Sunday, August 9 The African American Cultural Center Pine Grill Jazz Reunion returns for its 31st
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The Faces Behind the Forge on Broadway: African American Developers Paving the Way
pictured above Ernst Valery and Rhonda A. Ricks You may not know his name or recognize his face, but if
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The “Go Getta” Talented Radio Personality Adri.V Uses Her Skills to Empower Youth and Elevate Her Beloved Community
By Schondra Aytch or Adriana Viverette, radio has always been an integral part of her life. Even as a child,
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The Day Congressman John Lewis Came to Rochester’s Memorial AME Zion
pictured: Louise Slaughter, Rev. Kenneth Q. James Memorial AME Zion Church, Rep. John Lewis “Congressman John Lewis’ cousin Joel Carter is
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Sundays at MANNA
Pictured above (left,) James and Deborah relax on the lovely patio on a warm Sunday afternoon and pictured
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Legacy Melanin Market Is Recent Destination of ROC Freedom Riders!
The ROC Freedom Riders 5 Mile bike ride to the Legacy Melanin Market, featuring Black vendors, merchants, food, music, local
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25th Annual Pappy Martin Legacy Masten Jazz Festival Will be a VIRTUAL Affair Sunday July 26!
After thoughtful consideration, Dawn Martin and the board of the 25th Annual Pappy Martin Legacy Masten Jazz Festival has decided
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