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Currently, mortgage rates are around 6.9%, significantly reduced from the near 8% peak in late October, the highest in 23 years. Economists anticipate these rates to drop further later in the year, which could increase buyer competition due to more attractive financing options. However, this could also lead to higher home prices. Danielle Hale from […]
Lollypop Farm in Rochester, N.Y., is hosting “Clear the Kennels” week, an event aimed at encouraging more adoptions by offering reduced adoption fees. During this week, the adoption fees for adult dogs are discounted by 50%, and fees are completely waived for senior dogs aged six and older. The initiative is designed to attract potential […]
O.J. Simpson — one of the most infamous high-profile Americans of all time — is dead after a cancer battle. The former NFL great — who stood trial for the double-murder of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, in the ’90s, only to be acquitted — passed away Wednesday in Las Vegas […]
A report shows Americans spent $113.3 billion dollars on lottery tickets, more than movies, books, and sports tickets combined. Florida and California alone were close to $10 billion dollars in sales last year. They say the odds of winning is 1 in 292.9 million. Year Lottery Sales Total (Billion Dollars) 2019 90.9 2020 89.6 2021 […]
The federal government is being asked to take Kraft Heinz Lunchables off the national free and reduced lunch program after tests found high levels of lead and sodium in the popular packaged meal. Lunchables are very popular and convenient over the years because it’s prepackaged. Reports say this meal can cause harm and lead to […]
Missy Elliott has announced her first-ever headline tour, “OUT OF THIS WORLD — The Missy Elliott Experience,” Summer of 2024. The acclaimed rapper and producer will be joined by hip hop legend Busta Rhymes, R&B/pop superstar Ciara, and her long-time collaborator, super producer Timbaland. The 24-city tour, produced by Live Nation and Monami Entertainment, will […]
Colon cancer diagnoses and deaths are alarmingly increasing among Americans under 50, with recent data from the American Cancer Society indicating this trend is expected to continue. The disease, now the nation’s second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is notably preventable through routine screenings, yet approximately 60 million Americans are not up-to-date with their screenings. The […]
The New York State Department of Health has released an updated fish advisory for 2024, aimed at guiding residents on the frequency and types of fish that are safe to consume from the state’s freshwater sources. The advisory is particularly relevant for those who fish for both food and sport, offering specific information for different […]
Parents and guardians let’s get ahead of the game and get these kids registered for upcoming summer programs. The way time is moving, the end of the school year will be here fast. There are some free programs for city residents at R-Centers as well as other programs that cost money. For more information about registering see […]
For the next couple of weeks, the Rochester Animal Shelter will not be accepting any animal due to limited space. Right now, the Shelter has reached capacity and won’t be taking in surrendered animals until April 29th. There are other resources you can use to place your unwanted pet in a new home. City of […]