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Francis Wilkins

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Francis was born and raised in and around Webster, and now’s he covering local news and events for the city of Rochester and surrounding areas. He was educated at University of Rochester, and has previously reported for several local TV's and radio stations.

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Wi-Fi-equipped workforce shuttle meets Rochester residents where they are with one-on-one job help Wi-Fi-equipped workforce shuttle meets Rochester residents where they are with one-on-one job help
Local News4 months ago

Wi-Fi-equipped workforce shuttle meets Rochester residents where they are with one-on-one job help

Rochester, New York – In a move aimed at breaking down barriers to employment, Rochester Mayor Malik D. Evans has...
Rochester’s 2025-26 budget cuts M but preserves key services and investments Rochester’s 2025-26 budget cuts M but preserves key services and investments
Local News4 months ago

Rochester’s 2025-26 budget cuts $27M but preserves key services and investments

Rochester, New York – Mayor Malik D. Evans has unveiled Rochester’s proposed operating budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, a...
Governor Hochul pushes farm-to-school model with new funding to tackle food insecurity Governor Hochul pushes farm-to-school model with new funding to tackle food insecurity
New York4 months ago

Governor Hochul pushes farm-to-school model with new funding to tackle food insecurity

New York – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a fresh wave of support for New York’s local food systems and...
Lead-free future begins in Albany as first project under 0M grant program breaks ground Lead-free future begins in Albany as first project under 0M grant program breaks ground
New York4 months ago

Lead-free future begins in Albany as first project under $100M grant program breaks ground

Albany, New York – Construction is now officially underway on a major infrastructure project in the City of Albany, as...
Governor Hochul touts M infrastructure upgrade to ease travel in Central New York Governor Hochul touts M infrastructure upgrade to ease travel in Central New York
New York4 months ago

Governor Hochul touts $18M infrastructure upgrade to ease travel in Central New York

New York – Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the completion of a key piece of infrastructure tied to the sweeping...
Rochester Animal Services sees brighter future with investment in community outreach and care Rochester Animal Services sees brighter future with investment in community outreach and care
Local News5 months ago

Rochester Animal Services sees brighter future with investment in community outreach and care

Rochester, New York – Rochester Mayor Malik D. Evans has announced a major investment effort aimed at enhancing the services...
Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas return for 2025 season in Rochester with free admission Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas return for 2025 season in Rochester with free admission
Local News5 months ago

Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas return for 2025 season in Rochester with free admission

Rochester, New York – Bargain hunters, vintage lovers, and treasure seekers have something to celebrate this weekend. The City of...
Rochester celebrates music and togetherness with Party in the Park 2025 lineup Rochester celebrates music and togetherness with Party in the Park 2025 lineup
Local News5 months ago

Rochester celebrates music and togetherness with Party in the Park 2025 lineup

Rochester, New York – Mayor Malik Evans is pleased to announce the return of the Party in the Park concert...
Rochester launches diverse activities from yoga to entrepreneurship for school break week Rochester launches diverse activities from yoga to entrepreneurship for school break week
Local News5 months ago

Rochester launches diverse activities from yoga to entrepreneurship for school break week

Rochester, New York – The City of Rochester’s Department of Recreation and Human Services is gearing up to offer a...
Community gardens, murals, and youth programs among initiatives funded by NIA grants in Rochester Community gardens, murals, and youth programs among initiatives funded by NIA grants in Rochester
Local News5 months ago

Community gardens, murals, and youth programs among initiatives funded by NIA grants in Rochester

Rochester, New York – In a significant move to bolster community-driven initiatives, Rochester’s Mayor Malik D. Evans, alongside key local...