Justice Marbury

4 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

The 19th Ward Community Association, in collaboration with University of Rochester fraternity members, will host the 15th Annual 19th Ward Spelling Bee on April 5. This event is designed to foster academic excellence among students in grades 3 through 8 from local schools, including those located beyond the traditional 19th Ward neighborhood. Organizers are aiming to boost student participation this year, noting a noticeable decline in involvement since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

4 weeks ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury |Christina Chkarboul

A University of Rochester graduate student is considering moving to the 19th Ward for its affordability and proximity to campus—but has concerns about safety after hearing mixed reviews. Rising property values and a surge in student housing in the 19th Ward have sparked concerns among residents about affordability and the loss of long-term rental options.

1 month ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

Dollar General is shutting down its DGX store in downtown Rochester’s Sibley Building, leaving residents who depended on it for affordable groceries without a convenient option. While many locals express disappointment over the closure, some acknowledge that the store struggled with staffing shortages, theft, and cleanliness issues. The shutdown raises concerns about accessibility for elderly and disabled residents who relied on the store’s close proximity to their homes.

1 month ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

Workers at the University of Rochester Medicine Home Care (URMHC) have voted to go on strike for up to five days after months of unsuccessful contract negotiations. The primary issues at stake include heavy patient caseloads and the need for affordable health insurance for URMHC employees. According to 1199SEIU, the union representing the workers, URMHC withdrew its proposal for affordable health insurance without presenting an alternative offer.

1 month ago | democratandchronicle.com | Justice Marbury

Workers at Abundance Co-op in Rochester, New York, have announced their intent to unionize, marking the first union effort in the co-op’s history. Employees seek to improve communication with management, strengthen advocacy for workplace concerns, and secure protections against unfair disciplinary action. Although workers have reached out to management to request a fair election process, Abundance Co-op’s leadership has yet to publicly respond to their unionization efforts.