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How Edinburgh Fringe inspired Rochester's biggest arts festival | Exclusive

How Edinburgh Fringe inspired Rochester's biggest arts festival | Exclusive

In Edinburgh, one finds a mass of people hustling to venues or halting for the bevy of free performances, from magicians to fire-eaters.
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New York State Public Employees Federation Celebrates Labor Day with Strong Member Turnout Across the State

New York State Public Employees Federation Celebrates Labor Day with Strong Member Turnout Across the State

The Public Employees Federation (PEF) in New York State reported significant member participation in Labor Day events across various regions. In Region 1, Buffalo saw what was described as the biggest turnout in 20 years, with approximately 70 members and their families attending a celebration focused on workers' rights, health and safety, and fair pay. Region 3 members participated in the Rochester Labor Day parade, with about 100 members, retirees, and family members spreading union messages. Region 4 hosted a booth at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, engaging with hundreds of visitors and advocating for PEF members. Region 7 held a Solidarity Parade and Picnic in Massena, drawing members from multiple unions. In Region 8, over 950 PEF members attended the Capital District Area Labor Federation’s event at Joe Bruno Stadium in Troy, making up nearly 50% of the total attendees. These events emphasized camaraderie, advocacy for labor issues, and community engagement.
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San Francisco Police Arrest Four in Connection to Teen's Death, Warn of Deadly New Opioid Cychlorphine

San Francisco Police Arrest Four in Connection to Teen's Death, Warn of Deadly New Opioid Cychlorphine

San Francisco police have arrested four individuals and seized over 20,000 counterfeit pills in an investigation following the April overdose death of a 16-year-old boy. The teenager's autopsy revealed the presence of cychlorphine, a synthetic opioid believed to be significantly more potent than fentanyl. At a press conference, Mayor Daniel Lurie, District Attorney Brooke Jenkins, and Police Chief Derrick Lew announced the arrests, which occurred on September 8 and 9, and warned the public about the emergence of cychlorphine in the city's illicit drug supply. The four suspects—Nicholas Wallace, Sharonee Hyson, Leander Pitts, and Starr Lamare—face narcotics and firearms charges. Prosecutors are exploring additional charges, including potentially linking a suspect to the teenager's death, but face a legal hurdle as cychlorphine is not yet specifically listed as a controlled substance under California law. Officials emphasized that standard fentanyl test strips do not detect cychlorphine, and while naloxone c...
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Teen's death sparks warning over opioid stronger than fentanyl

Teen's death sparks warning over opioid stronger than fentanyl

The synthetic opioid, cychlorphine, has been linked to an increasing number of deadly overdoses.
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Forget a bunker. These residents are redefining what 'prepping' means

Forget a bunker. These residents are redefining what 'prepping' means

Ready Rochester's upcoming workshop focuses on community preparedness, not doomsday scenarios, organizers say.
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Five girls soccer matchups we're looking forward to this fall

Five girls soccer matchups we're looking forward to this fall

Section final rematches and Monroe County rivals highlight top games to watch.
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California Study Tracks Adolescent Cannabis Use Disorder After Legalization

California Study Tracks Adolescent Cannabis Use Disorder After Legalization

A recent study in California is tracking the incidence of Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) among adolescents following the state's cannabis legalization. This research distinguishes between the impact of the law's passage and the subsequent retail implementation, analyzing diagnosis patterns across a large health system population. The study's findings indicate that a rise in recorded CUD diagnoses could represent either an actual increase in disorder, improved recognition and diagnosis, or a combination of both. It emphasizes the importance of tracking incident disorder diagnoses as a specific clinical outcome, rather than solely focusing on general cannabis use prevalence. The research highlights that while the 'should we digitize' question has been largely addressed, the complexities of 'what comes after go-live' are now at the forefront of policy considerations.
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NFL analysts expect a barnburner with Bills vs. Lions: 7 early predictions

NFL analysts expect a barnburner with Bills vs. Lions: 7 early predictions

The NFL experts are leaning heavily toward one team.
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Health department seeks opioid settlement money for resource mapping

Health department seeks opioid settlement money for resource mapping

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department has requested up to $500,000 in opioid settlement funds for a health care mapping project.
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New York State Department of Health Seeks Plant Utilities Engineer 2 for Albany Facilities

New York State Department of Health Seeks Plant Utilities Engineer 2 for Albany Facilities

The New York State Department of Health is actively recruiting a Plant Utilities Engineer 2 for its facilities in Albany, specifically at the Wadsworth Center, Division of Laboratory Operations, Facilities Management. The position is based at either Griffin Laboratory on State Farm Road or the David Axelrod Institute on New Scotland Avenue. This full-time, permanent role falls under the Competitive Class and the Operational Services Unit (CSEA) bargaining unit, with a salary range of $63,136 to $76,359 annually. The Plant Utilities Engineer 2 will be responsible for supervising Plant Utilities Engineer 1 staff, overseeing the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment that provides heating, steam, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical distribution. The role also involves supervising Plant Utilities Assistants, helpers, contractors, and tradespeople. Candidates are expected to have training and ability to work in confined spaces. The application deadline for...
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Mother Recounts Son's Opioid Addiction and Death After Teenage Colon Surgery, Advocates for New Hospital Role

Mother Recounts Son's Opioid Addiction and Death After Teenage Colon Surgery, Advocates for New Hospital Role

Cammie Wolf Rice shares the tragic story of her son, Christopher, who developed an opioid addiction after being prescribed 90 opioid pills following colon surgery at age 13. Christopher was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, leading to a colectomy and an ostomy pouch. Despite completing college, he struggled with opioid dependence for 14 years, eventually dying from an overdose at 32 in 2016. Rice recounts the lack of education provided to her about the risks of opioids and the importance of tapering. In response to her experience, she and her husband founded CWC Alliance (Christopher Wolf Crusade) in 2018, which developed the 'Life Care Specialist' (LCS) position for hospitals. LCSs provide opiate education, alternative pain management strategies, and mental/emotional coping strategies to patients and caregivers, aiming to prevent substance misuse at first exposure.
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Wayne County confirms first 2 measles cases. Here's what to know

Wayne County confirms first 2 measles cases. Here's what to know

Wayne County Public Health said the overall risk to the public remains low, especially for people who are fully vaccinated.