New York applied for more $300 a week unemployment benefits

New York provided $3.9 billion in $300 checks to 2.5 million New Yorkers last month as part of a federal unemployment assistance program.

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COVID-19 clusters arise from Victor block party

Eight residents have tested positive for COVID-19, with another four likely to after attending the party.

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New York weighs major changes to out-of-state travel advisory

Travelers from 40 states are required to quarantine upon arrival to New York. Gov. Andrew Cuomo may soon change that.

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City to give online update on rental assistance

Direct rent assistance, paid to landlords, is one of several local government efforts utilizing federal CARES Act funding aimed at stabilizing the market.

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Lisenbee: Wildlife facing food shortage this winter

A chilly start to spring put a limit on the mast produced on trees and animals in the wild may pay a steep price for that when it gets cold

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Donald Trump won 45 New York counties in 2016. Can he do it again?

The USA TODAY Network New York visited counties that Trump won in 2016 to see how they feel four years later.

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Family of overdose victim still trying to sue RDC

The family of a New Jersey woman who died of an opioid overdose is pushing to continue its lawsuit against Rochester Drug Cooperative.

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‘Go Finger Lakes’ promotes local attractions

The Finger Lakes Land Trust adds attractions to its free, mobile-ready outdoor recreation website

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Andrew Cuomo’s book lands on NYT Best Sellers list

The Democratic governor's book on the COVID-19 pandemic came in at No. 7 on the New York Times' combined hardcover and e-book list.

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First-time voters: What they’re saying

A collection of short blurbs and photos, all collected by RIT students, of the views and experiences of first-time voters in greater Rochester.

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Photos: Section V Girls Golf Championship

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Spencerport sophomore wins golf sectional

Julia Zigrossi puts together a pair of two over par rounds at Ridgemont.

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Nominate for Rochester Top Workplaces by Nov. 6

The annual Democrat and Chronicle program?finds the best places to work in our area.

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Will NY avoid COVID-19 surges sweeping U.S.? What to know

NY COVID cluster strategy appears to be working in some communities. But infections keep rising statewide as surging outbreaks across the U.S. loom

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Parolee charged with murder in Wabash Street shooting

Alondo Lathrop Jr,, 35, was shot to death on Wabash Street around 1:30 p.m. on Aug. 4, according to Rochester police.

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Eastridge takes on Olympia in boys soccer.

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Mendoza blames ‘pandemic fatigue’ for 86 new COVID cases

Latest information on the coronavirus pandemic in Monroe County based on data from the Monroe County Department of Public Health.

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Where is your absentee ballot? And when will it be counted?

The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot to be mailed to your home is Tuesday,?Oct. 27.

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Cuomo considering changes to NY travel quarantine

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he is considering changes to the state's travel quarantine order; Oct. 21, 2020.

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Bills cut ties with left guard Quinton Spain

The Bills released left guard Quinton Spain Wednesday, a somewhat surprising move considering they had re-signed him as a free agent in the offseason.

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Cuomo lays out new COVID-19 clusters in Steuben, Chemung

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo lays out new COVID-19 restrictions in Chemung and Steuben counties; Oct. 21, 2020.

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Can Bills jump start struggling running game vs. Jets?

The Bills have been unable to get their running game, and one of the reasons is that Devin Singletary hasn't gotten much help from his offensive line.

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NY eases some COVID hot spot restrictions, targets new ones

Gov. Cuomo eased COVID cluster restrictions in New York City, but maintained crackdown in Rockland, Orange. New restrictions for Southern Tier hot spots

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Section V girls swimming results

Scores from girls swimming in the Rochester, Finger Lakes area.

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RCSD’s budget gap is big - but how big is it exactly?

The district presented a wide range of numbers for how much money it needs to find, exactly, by the end of the school year.

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Watch: Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s latest update

Watch live as New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo gives a briefing

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Election 2020: Who is on the ballot in Monroe County?

These candidates are on the ballot in Rochester and municipalities in Monroe County.

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McQuaid v Wayne in boy’s soccer.

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What you need to know about the 2020 election in Monroe County

Looking for info about the Nov. 3 election in Rochester and Monroe County, NY? Here are details on deadlines, early voting locations and more.

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Section V field hockey scores

Scores from Rochester and Finger Lakes area field hockey.

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Section V girls tennis scores

Scores from Rochester and Finger Lakes area girls tennis matches.

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Section V girls soccer scores

Scores from Rochester and Finger Lakes area girls soccer games.

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Section V high school golf scores

Section V high school golf scores for the week of September 28.

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Section V boys soccer scores

Section V high school boys soccer scores for 2020.

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Early voting starts on Saturday, New York

New York has early voting for a presidential election for the first time this year. Here's how it works.

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Tell the city, RPD what you think about policing in Rochester

Nearly 2 months after Daniel Prude's death led to public outcry and ongoing protests, city officials released a survey on policing in Rochester.

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NY extends ban on commercial evictions. What to know

New York businesses will have a little more time to avoid evictions from their offices due to COVID-19.

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Want to vote early? Here’s how and when

There will be 12 locations around Monroe County NY open for early voting. Voters can go to any of those locations no matter where they live.

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How you can take the 21 Day Racial Equity Challenge

Anyone can sign up to take the 21 Day Racial Equity challenge to learn more about racial bias and racism.

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Red in NY: Counties that voted for Trump in 2016

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