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Steve Orr
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Science and Environmental Affairs Writer, Freelance
Rochester
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Biography
I've been a working journalist at a daily newspaper since 1981. In that time I've done all manner of things - exposed corrupt politicians, profiled serial killers and con men, investigated cost overruns at massive public projects and introduced readers to a new thing called the Internet. But the most enduring subject area has been the environment, defined broadly. Coverage has focused on water quality in lakes, rivers and streams, threats to the future of Lake Ontario and New York's Finger Lakes, changes in air quality, hidden rural dumps and foul urban soil, drinking water and sewage disposal, weather and climate, and more.
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Content
By Steve Orr| Democrat and Chronicle Verified Steve OrrRochester Democrat and ChronicleEarthquakes, nearly all of them minor, are not uncommon in New York state. Here are some previous quakes that rattled the Rochester region, even if only with a nudge and a wink. April 23, 2023A 3.6 magnitude earthquake was reported in Watertown and other locations east of Lake Ontario in the afternoon. The earthquake was centered in southern Jefferson County at a depth of 8.9 kilometers beneath the surface. Feb.
By Steve Orr| City Magazine (Rochester)@ click to enlarge The party’s jumpin’ aboard the Great Lakes’ fast-growing fleet of cruise ships — but Rochester hasn’t been asked to dance. The Great Lakes are a hot destination for cruise-lovers the world over. Growth began before the pandemic and resumed afterward. Passenger numbers rose 25 percent last year and are estimated to grow another 15 percent this season, according to Cruise the Great Lakes, a government-sponsored promotional consortium.
By Steve Orr| Democrat and Chronicle Verified Steve OrrRochester Democrat and ChronicleEarthquakes, nearly all of them minor, are not uncommon in New York state. Here are some previous quakes that rattled the Rochester region, even if only with a nudge and a wink. April 23, 2023A 3.6 magnitude earthquake was reported in Watertown and other locations east of Lake Ontario in the afternoon. The earthquake was centered in southern Jefferson County at a depth of 8.9 kilometers beneath the surface. Feb.
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Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
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