City of Rochester
Rochester’s annual Reindeer Run returns today, just in time for Christmas festivities. The event includes a 5K race and a Kids Half-Mile, both starting and ending at the Blue Cross Arena. Nearly 1,000 participants are expected to don antlers and run along the scenic Genesee River Path. The 5K race kicks off at 8:30 a.m., […]
The family of a man that was found in the reservoir at Highland Park is suing the City of Rochester for $10.5 million dollars for wrongful death. Reports say Abdullahi Muya went missing last February and was found weeks later in the Reservoir at Highland Park. The lawsuit is accusing the city of failing to comply […]
“MJ The Musical” opens this week at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, bringing the story of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour to life. The production showcases not only Jackson’s iconic hits but also provides an intimate glimpse into his creative process and collaborative genius. Devin Bowles, who stars as Joe Jackson, the […]
Rochester’s “Buy the Block” program has reopened applications, offering first-time homebuyers an opportunity to purchase affordable homes in under-invested areas of the city. The initiative aims to revitalize neighborhoods by building new homes and ensuring buyers spend no more than 30% of their income on housing. Mayor Malik Evans highlighted the program’s focus on energy […]
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and Golisano Children’s Hospital celebrated the grand opening of their new interventional radiology suite for children on Thursday, December 12, 2024. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to replace traditional surgeries with minimally invasive procedures, utilizing advanced imaging technologies such as CAT scans and X-rays. These methods aim to […]
The ROC Holiday Village, a festive attraction in downtown Rochester, is bringing more than holiday cheer—it’s boosting business for nearby establishments. Located at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, the event draws crowds from near and far, benefiting bars, restaurants, and shops in the surrounding areas like East Avenue, Adventure Place, and Park Avenue. Local […]
With an extended winter break on the horizon, parents in Rochester may be seeking childcare solutions to keep their children engaged during the extra time off from school. Several local organizations are stepping up to provide safe and enriching activities for kids. The City of Rochester’s R-Centers will operate from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. […]
Rochester police arrested 25-year-old Malik Breedlove after he allegedly kidnapped his 5-year-old child from a home on Fifth Street early Monday morning. According to authorities, Breedlove threw rocks at the home’s windows around 1:30 a.m. before being confronted by a woman who shares the child with him. When asked to leave, Breedlove allegedly brandished a […]
The Roc Holiday Village returns for its sixth year, running from December 6 to December 29 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Rochester. This year, the festival extends past Christmas for the first time since 2019, offering a packed schedule of festive activities, shopping, and entertainment. Dates and Hours The Village operates Wednesdays through […]
The City of Rochester has launched a community-wide survey aimed at understanding the effects of the opioid epidemic on residents throughout the city. It is anonymous and will be available until February 2025. The survey is being administered by the RIT Center for Public Safety Initiatives. The survey focuses on: Quality of life Barriers to […]