Carmen Hammond

I was born and raised right here in Rochester and I'm proud to be part of the great community. I've always dreamed of becoming part of the news industry, and now, I can say I made it. Writing is my passion.

Crime and Safety

Carmen HammondMarch 24, 2024

No injuries reported in Rochester store shooting, suspect in custody

Rochester, New York – The Rochester Police Department (RPD) is currently investigating a concerning incident where a customer discharged a firearm…
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New York

Carmen HammondFebruary 27, 2024

New York faces a tough flu season with increasing child mortality rates during the winter

New York – New York has been hit hard by the flu this winter, with health officials reporting eleven child fatalities…
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Community

Carmen HammondFebruary 15, 2024

Rochester schools renamed to honor civil rights heroes and abolitionists

Rochester, New York – The Rochester City School Board has taken a significant step towards acknowledging and rectifying historical injustices by…
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Community

Carmen HammondFebruary 6, 2024

USPS offers employment opportunities at Rochester area job fairs

Rochester, New York – The United States Postal Service (USPS) is on a recruitment drive, seeking to fill several positions in…
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Monroe County

Carmen HammondJanuary 28, 2024

New York’s innovative program offers financial support to low-income pregnant women

Rochester, New York – The Bridge Project, a groundbreaking initiative out of New York state, is offering a significant financial boost…
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Monroe County

Carmen HammondJanuary 24, 2024

Two arrested after high-speed chase from Gates to Rochester’s west side

Rochester, New York – A police chase that spanned from Gates to Rochester’s west side culminated in the arrest of two…
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Monroe County

Carmen HammondJanuary 16, 2024

Closer look at gas price trends in Rochester compared to national averages

Rochester, New York – In today’s economy, one of the constant challenges for most people is managing the fluctuating prices of…
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Crime and Safety

Carmen HammondJanuary 10, 2024

Man recovering after sustaining injuries in late-night shooting on Wilkins Street, police investigating

Rochester, New York – A 33-year-old man is currently recuperating from a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday night on Wilkins Street,…
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Monroe County

Carmen HammondJanuary 3, 2024

Rochester Mayor expressed condolences after tragic West Ridge Road accident

Rochester, New York – In the wake of a tragic accident on West Ridge Road, Rochester’s Mayor Malik D. Evans has…
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Crime and Safety

Carmen HammondJanuary 2, 2024

Rochester police identify man shot to death inside vehicle over the weekend

Rochester, New York – Rochester police have recently released details of a tragic incident that occurred over the weekend. According to…
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