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Rochester police are searching for 14-year-old Zane Johnson, who was last seen Monday around 11 p.m. on El Camino Trail near Conkey Avenue. When he disappeared, Zane was wearing: A brown shirt with a yellow and orange design on the backBlack pantsBlack glassesBlack-and-white shoes Anyone with information is asked to contact the Rochester Police Department. […]
The City’s Cool Sweep program is in effect, Thursday, July 9, and will remain available throughout the summer during periods of extreme heat to help residents stay safe. Running from June through September, Cool Sweep is the City of Rochester’s seasonal public safety initiative designed to help residents stay safe and comfortable during periods of extreme summer heat. When temperatures are forecast […]
The Firearm-Related Trauma Response Toolkit is a resource created to support individuals, families, schools, places of worship, and communities affected by gun violence. It provides guidance for navigating the immediate aftermath of firearm-related trauma, accessing long-term recovery and support services, promoting healing, and helping prevent future violence. The toolkit was developed by the University of […]
Rochester’s Portland Avenue neighborhood came together this past Sunday for the 5th Annual Cuts for Peace, and by every account, it was a resounding success. Hosted by the United Professional Barber & Cosmetologist Association (UPBCA) at Andre’s Barbershop, located at 881 Portland Avenue, the free community event ran from 4:00–7:00 PM and brought neighbors, families, […]
Management at Pinnacle Apartments on South Avenue is speaking out after two elevators broke down and left residents with disabilities stranded outside the 18-floor building. Residents couldn’t get in or out of their apartments from Thursday evening into late Friday morning amid a stretch of heat and humidity. After crews fixed the smaller elevator, it broke again on Monday, […]
The newest part of the Roc City Skatepark is slated to open in October, months ahead of the previously projected opening in spring 2027. This newest phase of the skatepark is primarily located underneath the Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Bridge and adds about 20,000 square feet of skateable space to the park. Local skaters, under […]
The United Professional Barber & Cosmetologist Association (UPBCA) is bringing the community together for an afternoon dedicated to peace, youth empowerment, and opportunity at Cuts for Peace on Monday, July 6, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Andre’s Barbershop, 881 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY. Designed to support local families while fostering positive community […]
Communities throughout the Rochester area will host Fourth of July celebrations for America’s 250th birthday. Festivities include family-friendly activities, live music, fireworks and much more. Friday, July 3 Town of Irondequoit 4th of July Festival (Day 1) Saturday, July 4 Downtown Rochester Rochester Red Wings Town of Irondequoit 4th of July Festival (Day 2) Town of Brighton […]
After being selected by the Toronto Raptors in this year’s NBA Draft, Rochester native Jaden Bradley returned to the city’s Boys & Girls Club to spend time with kids.Bradley is a former member of the club and said it feels like a second home. He said he is still close with friends he made through […]
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) is receiving over $5.4 million from the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program and Airport Infrastructure Grant Program. Over $63.6 million in new federal funding has been awarded to upgrade airports in Upstate New York. $5,487,182 is going to ROC for various facilities and equipment upgrades. The funding is broken […]
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