skinny.

Latest / Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

New York’s Workforce Pell Breakthrough | Rochester News

New York’s bold new Workforce Pell program is revolutionizing career training by making federal Pell Grants available for fast-track, job-focused programs—8 to 15 weeks long in fields like healthcare and advanced manufacturing. Designed to break down barriers for working adults, it shifts away from traditional degree requirements to empower quicker, affordable pathways to high-demand careers. Governor Hochul’s push aims to build a stronger talent pipeline and level the playing field for families, while an advisory committee ensures programs meet real-world needs with strong outcomes. If…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.