Ed Smith sits down with Jay Edgerton, Senior Vice Commander of Fairport VFW Post 8495, to talk about this year’s Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony and why honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice matters more than ever. Edgerton also shares how the Fairport VFW and Auxiliary serve the community and he invites neighbors to stop by, get involved, or see what the post is all about.

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Ed Smith chats with Jay Edgerton from Fairport VFW Post 8495 about the Fairport Day of Service on May 23 at 9 a.m. at South Perinton Cemetery. Edgerton shares why the project began, how it honors local veterans, and how you can roll up your sleeves and join the volunteer crew.

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Ed Smith sits down with Captain Tammee Poinan Grimes, owner and captain of the Colonial Belle. She shares what is new aboard the Colonial Belle this summer. Captain Tammee also looks ahead to the 2026 opening of the Erie Canal, sharing why this milestone is more than symbolic. It is a major economic driver for our region, fueling tourism, local business, and the vitality of canal communities like ours.

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This week on Sidewalk Talk, Ed Smith sits down with Julie Melnik, manager of the Fairport Farmers Market, for a look at what is ahead as Market season returns. Julie shares what visitors can expect when the Market opens for the season this Saturday. She also offers a preview of the Market’s Spring Fling on May 9. It is a quick, cheerful look at two of Fairport’s most anticipated May weekends.

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This week on Sidewalk Talk: Ed Smith chats with Christina Thompson and Meredith Utman from the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester about their strategic plan, new youth survivor group, continued cancer research support, and the upcoming Pink & Teal Challenge on May 9 at Monroe Community College.

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Ed Smith welcomes Supervisor Jenn Townsend for a thoughtful conversation about settling into office, navigating the town’s revaluation process, and rolling out a new quarterly newsletter to keep residents connected. A timely episode for anyone following what’s happening in Perinton.

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This week on Sidewalk Talk: Ed chats with Nancy Ragus from the Fairport Perinton Partnership and Laurie Masood from Perinton Food Shelf about Sunday’s Empty Bowls event at the DeLand House. Hear how volunteers have been creating handmade bowls and how the fundraiser helps Perinton Food Shelf support more local families.

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This week’s Special Edition Sidewalk Talk features Fairport’s own Lucas West, a SUNY Fredonia student and semifinalist on NBC’s The Voice. Lucas opens up about his musical beginnings, the influences that shaped him, and the whirlwind of making it to the top nine. Watch him on The Voice Monday at 9 p.m. on WHEC‑TV.

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Ed Smith talks with Connor Dickman, technology teacher at Martha Brown Middle School, about the evolution of tech education over the last two decades. From coding and drones to career‑focused, hands‑on learning, Connor highlights how Fairport is preparing students for the future including the new auto facility at the high school.

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Nancy Ragus from the Fairport Perinton Partnership and Gina Chupak, owner of Mescolata and board member with the Fairport Merchants Association, join Ed Smith to break down the new “Did You Know?” campaign and how it will showcase Fairport’s businesses, nonprofits, and events.

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