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Abbott’s Frozen Custard Celebrates 100 Years on Lake Avenue with Dignitaries and Community Festivities

July 14, 2026

Member News The original Charlotte flagship marks a century of tradition with family friendly fun starting at 5:30 PM, Friday, July 17 ROCHESTER, NY – The historic Abbott’s Frozen Custard stand on Lake Avenue is ready to celebrate its official 100th anniversary milestone. This Friday, July 17th, the original flagship location in the Charlotte neighborhood will host…

Tompkins Financial Advisors Names Evan Carr Managing Director

July 14, 2026

Member News Rochester, New York (July 7, 2026) – As Tompkins Financial Advisors (TFA) continues to expand its presence across Western New York, Evan Carr has been appointed as managing director of the region. Carr will lead the firm’s wealth management business across the region, with responsibility for driving growth, strengthening client relationships, and developing a high-performing advisory…

Local Sound Collaborative Opens New Downtown Studio, Expanding Access To Music Education And Creative Opportunities

July 13, 2026

Member News Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Scheduled for July 25 with New York State Senator Samra Brouk ROCHESTER, NY – Local Sound Collaborative has opened a new studio space in downtown Rochester, marking a major milestone for the growing music and arts organization and creating a more accessible, visible home for musicians, artists, and families across…

RMSC Announces Return of ‘Amazon Free Afternoons’ with $100,000 Grant

July 13, 2026

Member News The Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC) is excited to announce the return of its Amazon Free Afternoons program. Thanks to a generous $100,000 grant from the Amazon Charitable Fund for the Greater Rochester Region at Rochester Area Community Foundation, community members can enjoy free admission to all three RMSC locations from Noon…

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester Ushers in its 106th Year With the Next Generation of Leadership at the Helm

July 10, 2026

Member News [ROCHESTER, NY] After 42 extraordinary years with The Legal Aid Society of Rochester [LASROC], Carla M. Palumbo, Esq. will retire at the end of 2026. Starting her career as a staff attorney in 1984, Carla has held many positions at The Legal Aid Society, culminating in that of President and CEO for the…

Five Star Bank Provides Additional $25,000 to Grow LECOM Healthcare Scholars Program

July 10, 2026

Member News Investment builds on successful first year and supports the next generation of healthcare professionals WARSAW, N.Y. – July 6, 2026 – Five Star Bank (“Five Star” or the “Bank”) today announced an additional $25,000 contribution to the LECOM at Elmira Five Star Bank Healthcare Scholars Program, bringing the Bank’s total investment in the program…

Grand Marshal and Honorary Marshal Announced for the 2026 Rochester Pride Parade and Festival

July 9, 2026

Member News July 6, 2026 (Rochester, NY) – Brittan Hardgers and Aggy Dune have been named the Grand Marshal and Honorary Marshal of the 2026 Rochester Pride Parade and Festival. Hardgers is the founder of Next Generation Men of Transition and is a nationally recognized transgender advocate. Dune is a pioneer of Rochester’s drag scene…

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