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Driving Health Equity Forward: Excellus BCBS Opens 2026 Innovation Award Applications

January 19, 2026

Member News Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has opened the application portal for its 2026 Health Equity Innovation Awards, inviting nonprofit organizations to apply for funding that supports innovative, community-based solutions to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations within Excellus BCBS’s service area can apply online at ExcellusBCBS.com. The application period runs from Wednesday,…

Veterans Outreach Center Appoints Former Wegmans Executive Don Reeve as Board Chair

January 19, 2026

Member News ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Veterans Outreach Center (VOC) is proud to announce the appointment of Don Reeve as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. A long-time advocate for the organization, Reeve returns to the helm of the board to guide VOC’s strategic vision for 2026 and beyond. Reeve brings a distinguished legacy of executive…

Behind the Glass Gallery Marks 3rd Anniversary with Free Reception on Farmhouse Table Midtown’s Upper Floors

January 19, 2026

Member News Rochester, NY – January 15, 2026 – Behind the Glass (BTG) Gallery, curated by acclaimed Rochester photographer Richard B. Colón, is celebrating its third anniversary with a free community reception on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. on the upper floors of Farmhouse Table Midtown, 90 S Clinton Ave. The event will feature a…

George Eastman Museum Council Celebrates Valentine’s Day With Brunch and Film Event

January 19, 2026

Member News Rochester, N.Y., January 16, 2026-On Sunday, February 15, the Eastman Museum Council will present the 2026 Valentine’s Day Brunch and Film, with proceeds benefiting the George Eastman Museum. The event begins at 10 a.m. and includes brunch by Creative Caterers in the Potter Peristyle, an opportunity to view the Dutch Connection floral display, and a screening of The…

Understanding Care Options During the Cold and Flu Season

January 19, 2026

Member News ROCHESTER, NY – As winter illnesses like colds, flu, or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) surge, it’s important for people to know where to go for care. “When you’re sick and it’s not an emergency, start with the doctor who knows you best – your primary care doctor,” says Lisa Harris, MD, Excellus BlueCross…

Breast Cancer Coalition Honors Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and Advocates Year-Round

January 13, 2026

Member News Rochester, NY – January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, an important time to spread awareness and support those impacted by the fourth most common cancer worldwide among people assigned female at birth.[1] The Breast Cancer Coalition is committed to serving individuals in Western and Central New York diagnosed with cervical cancer, along with all types…

Bowers Names Patricia Mills & Laurie Podvin to Firm’s Executive Committee

January 12, 2026

Member News Syracuse & Watertown, NY – 1/8/2025 – Bowers is pleased to announce that Patricia Mills (“Patty”) and Laurie Podvin are promoted to the Firm’s Executive Committee. Their appointment reflects the firm’s continued commitment to strong, experienced leadership at the highest level. Both partners bring extensive professional experience, a proven track record of leadership…

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