Education

Turning the Page

Rochester writes a new chapter. Article by Amol Shrikhande Dear Rochesterian, Have you heard about our city’s third chapter? I’m sure you know about the first two. The first one was of the uplifting variety, the one in which our humble city on the Genesee River blossomed to international prominence. Along the way, it birthed brands like Western Union, Bausch + Lomb, Kodak, Xerox and Champion. The second chapter was, well, less uplifting. Companies downsized or relocated, and the urban core...

Arts + Culture

Neighborly Love

Exploring the North Winton Village Neighborhood Article by Trish Pino Inspiration blooms quickly when strolling the tree-lined streets of the North Winton Village. Nestled between the buzz of Rochester’s urban center and the calm of the surrounding suburbs, North Winton has quietly evolved into one of the city’s most beloved areas.  Bordering the prestigious Browncroft neighborhood, the North Winton Village stands apart with a blend of historic charm and new energy. Marked by storied...

Education

Reality vs. Perception

When will public perception catch up to Rochester's new reality? Article by Mary Stone | Photography by Natalie Fox A vibrant city center is crucial for a region’s economic growth. Since the pandemic, the City of Rochester has been steadily rebounding, but is perception keeping pace with momentum?  The City’s Bureau of Architecture and Engineering right now is overseeing hundreds of millions of dollars in investments in Rochester’s natural assets, its heritage and history, Rochester Mayor...

Real Estate

Local Life, Rochester Style

A Real Estate Professional's Perspective on Choosing to Live in Rochester Article by Tammy Fichter In a country where cities that compete for attention with skyscrapers and sunshine also have steep living costs, Rochester, New York quietly stands out—not with flashy pretense, but with substance, soul and a lifestyle that balances affordability with culture, innovation and community. Tucked beside Lake Ontario and traversed by the Genesee River and the Eric Canal, Rochester offers a mix of...

Arts + Culture

2025 Downtown Definitely Events

Good Reasons to Visit Downtown Photography by Rochester Downtown Development Corp. Midday Bash Wednesday, July 9 Wednesday, August 6 Wednesday, September 10 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Parcel 5, 285 E. Main St., Rochester Free! Midday Bash provides a lively lunch-hour experience with local food trucks, lawn games, live music, massage chairs, pop-up vendors and giveaways. Yoga on the Riverway Tuesday, July 8 Tuesday, August 12 Tuesday, September 16 Noon to 1 p.m. Austin Steward...

Beauty

Bridging the Gap

Bringing Humanity Back to Community Article by Katrina M. Randall | Photography by Natalie Fox Photography When Natalie Fox launched her photography business in 2019, it was designed to offer services that meet people and organizations where they are with empathy and humanity. This same approach was later integrated into Hu•mane Hairspace, which she opened next to her photography studio in 2024 in downtown Rochester’s Metropolitan Building.  “My humanitarian vision is very important to bridge...

Beauty

Glow Inside & Out

Sarah Rizzo Skin Spa & Boutique is redefining self-care with a blend of modern luxury and holistic wellness. From transformative facials and therapeutic massage therapy to the calming embrace of infrared saunas, every service is thoughtfully curated to restore your glow—inside and out.But the magic doesn’t stop there. Their in-store boutique is a treasure trove of handpicked skincare, lifestyle, and beauty finds, now with a special offer—mention this ad and receive 40% off one boutique item...

Style + Beauty

Art of the Shave

Men put their grooming in the hands of pros Article by Katrina M. Randall | Photography by Paul Lossowski In the bygone days of the “shave and a haircut,” men gathered at barbershops and traded stories while they were professionally groomed. While the image brings to mind the slicked-back styles and clean-cut looks of the ‘50s, men’s grooming has made a comeback.  The Men's Room Barber Lounge & Spa on Monroe Ave. has a calming, masculine space, with dark leather furniture, dark wood and...

Fitness

Rochester Accessible Adventures

Economic Growth in Fairport Through Inclusion Article by Katrina M. Randall | Photography by Peter Abele Some might call it kismet that Anita O’Brien and Peter Abele met when they did more than 10 years ago. O’Brien was looking to hold weekly events with adaptive bicycles, and Abele was on a mission to make his business, the Erie Canal Boat Company in Fairport, more inclusive.    The two began offering adaptive cycling and kayaking along the Fairport canal and even installed a Hoyer lift, or...

Shopping

Next Level

Fourth generation custom clothier goes beyond custom shirts--just like dad. Article by Mary Stone | Photography by Paul Lossowski Vincent DiGiorgio was nearly three years old in 1968, when he arrived from Sicily with his parents. He has been wearing a tie almost ever since, first as a five-year-old in private parochial school and then at the Aquinas Institute.    Today he runs One Custom Clothier–a Monroe Ave. business he started with his father and continues to run with his 23-year-old son...