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Excellus BlueCross BlueShield ranks on Forbes list of best midsize employers in America

February 18, 2026

Member News Rochester, NY – For the fourth consecutive year, local nonprofit health insurer, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. The Health Plan ranked #67 on the 2026 list of top employers. The company was listed #3 among midsize employers in the insurance industry nationwide. “We’re honored…

2026 ESL Rochester Finge Festival Show Submissions Open Today, February 17

February 17, 2026

Member News The 2026 ESL Rochester Fringe Festival show submissions open today, February 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. (ET). Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2026, at 5 p.m. (ET). Artists interested in putting on a show at New York State’s largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival will go to rochesterfringe.com to enter their show details…

Breast Cancer Coalition Announces Webinar with Acclaimed Health Care Journalist Gary Schwitzer

February 17, 2026

Member News Rochester, NY – Each month, the Breast Cancer Coalition hosts a webinar as part of the organization’s Evening Education Webinar Series. Focusing on a variety of topics related to health and wellness, the webinars are free and open to the public. On Wednesday, February 25, at 7:00 PM, join highly acclaimed health care journalist and founder…

Fee Brothers Earns Place on 2026 Drinks International Annual Brands Report

February 16, 2026

Member News Another year. Another honor. And our deepest thanks. We’re proud to share that Fee Brothers has once again earned a place on the 2026 Drinks International Annual Brands Report. We’re ranked #5 Best-Selling and #4 Top-Trending in the Cocktail Bitters category. To be recognized among the world’s best bars is a tribute not…

Kids 18 and under receive free admission to the Memorial Art Gallery during February Break (Feb. 18-22)

February 16, 2026

Member News Rochester, NY, February 16, 2026- Looking for engaging family activities during February break? The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) invites families to explore art, culture, and creativity together during a special school break offer. From February 18-22, 2026, children and teens 18 and under receive free general admission with the purchase of an accompanying…

The Arc of Monroe’s Ballantyne Day Services Program to Host Winter Ballantyne Olympics

February 16, 2026

Member News Inspired by the global spirit of the Milano Cortina Winter Games The Ballantyne Winter Games kick off Monday, February 16 ROCHESTER, NY – As athletes from around the world compete on the international stage at the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, the excitement is being felt right here in Rochester. The Arc of Monroe,…

Red Wings Stadium to be Renamed to ESL Ballpark

February 10, 2026

Member News ROCHESTER, NY – Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and the Rochester Red Wings announced today that their downtown ballpark will officially be renamed ESL Ballpark, marking a new chapter in the organization’s continued commitment to the Rochester community. The renaming of the ballpark will be effective upon approval by the Monroe County Legislature. ESL, a…

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