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DICK’S House of Sport to Host Fundraiser for Local Rochester Organization, Hockey Buddies, on Friday, December 15

December 12, 2023

Member News In partnership with the RIT Men’s and Women’s Hockey teams, DICK’S House of Sport is hosting a fundraising event on Friday, December 15 to benefit Hockey Buddies, a nonprofit organization supporting youth participation in the sport. Hockey Buddies will also be collecting gently-used hockey equipment on-site where a silent auction raffle will follow.           …

SWBR’s Director of First Impressions, Debbie Smith, Retiring After 45 Years

December 11, 2023

Member News SWBR announces that Debbie Smith, Director of First Impressions, is retiring December 22 after 45 years with the firm. “Debbie embodies our spirit and energy and has been the face of SWBR since joining us in 1978,” says President Tom Gears. “Her dedication, wealth of knowledge, and positive attitude have been a major…

Peter J. Glennon Named to Best Lawyers in America© for Ninth Straight Year

December 7, 2023

Member News ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 7, 2023 – Peter J. Glennon, principal of The Glennon Law Firm PC, was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. This marks the ninth year in a row that he has been selected in the practice area of commercial litigation.…

Jonathan Orpin, Founder & CEO of New Energy Works & Pioneer Millworks Recognized by the Rochester Business Journal for the 2023 ICON Honors

December 5, 2023

Member News Dec 5, 2023 (Rochester, NY) – Entrepreneur Jonathan Orpin was selected by the Rochester Business Journal as one of this year’s ICON honorees because of his 30+ year commitment to the triple bottom line philosophy, his extensive philanthropic efforts, environmental activism, and recent transition from founder/owner to CEO as both his industry-leading companies,…

The Arc of Monroe’s Community Arts Connection Art Show Opening Set for Thursday, December 7

December 5, 2023

Member News The CAC Singers will Help Kick-off the Event. ROCHESTER, NY – The Arc of Monroe’s Community Arts Connection (CAC) Day Program’s Annual Art Show will kick off with an opening reception at the Barnes & Noble in Pittsford Plaza, 3349 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, on Thursday, December 7 from noon to 1 pm. The…

Sibley’s Toyland Comes Back to Life on 12/8/2023

December 4, 2023

Member News Press Conference: Sibley’s Toyland Comes Back to Life Friday, December 8, 2023, 4pm Located at the Mercantile on Main at Sibley Square (240 E. Main St.) Open to the public Years ago Sibley’s Department Store was a destination for thousands of folks during the holiday season. It was an unmatched atmosphere in Downtown…

Fleet Feet Rochester Named One of Best Running Stores in America for 2023

December 1, 2023

Member News ROCHESTER, NY, November 30, 2023- Fleet Feet Rochester, a local specialty running retailer with 2 locations in Rochester Region (Culver Road Armory and 237 High Street in Victor), was recognized as one of the 2023 Best Running Stores in America by leading trade and vendor running community at The Running Event closing banquet…

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