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The Rochester Public Market is set to host its popular Greatest Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas throughout 2024. The series begins on April 14 and will run on select Sundays until October 13, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 280 N. Union St. This event, open rain or shine with free admission, will […]
In Rochester, New York, a child was inadvertently kidnapped when their mother left them in a car that was subsequently stolen. This incident occurred on April 4, as reported by the Irondequoit Police Department (IPD). The mother had left the child in the vehicle with the keyfob in the ignition while she visited a dollar […]
Lollypop Farm in Rochester, N.Y., is hosting “Clear the Kennels” week, an event aimed at encouraging more adoptions by offering reduced adoption fees. During this week, the adoption fees for adult dogs are discounted by 50%, and fees are completely waived for senior dogs aged six and older. The initiative is designed to attract potential […]
The Lucky Flea Market, established in 2021, is set to move its outdoor operations to a new downtown location in Rochester for its fourth season starting Sunday, June 2. The market will be situated at The Grove, 266 E. Broad St., a strategically chosen courtyard nestled between Tower280 and the Butler/Till building, close to Parcel […]
The countdown is on when Rochester residents get the rare opportunity during a total solar eclipse to safely look directly at the sun. Normally, it’s advised never to stare at the sun, but during the brief period of totality, when the moon completely obscures the sun, viewers in Rochester will be able to see the […]
The Rochester Police Department has made public the outcomes of their Community Engagement Assessment, revealing areas for improvement in their engagement with the Rochester community. Chief David Smith highlighted the necessity for a symbiotic relationship between the public and police, emphasizing ongoing efforts to advance the department’s engagement strategies. This initiative is part of Rochester’s […]
The City of Rochester is initiating a search for a new manager to oversee the operations of the Blue Cross Arena, a prominent 14,000-seat sports and entertainment venue located in the downtown area. This decision aligns with Mayor Evans’ vision of revitalizing the city’s center as a vibrant hub for living, working, and entertainment, with […]
Rochester, NY, is currently under a flood watch as a result of heavy rainfall, with temperatures staying in the 40s. The flood watch encompasses areas from Rochester to Buffalo, including Monroe, Livingston, Wyoming, Genesee, Orleans, and Erie counties, and is expected to remain in place through Thursday afternoon. Forecasters predict over an inch of rain […]
The Rochester Police Accountability Board (PAB) conducted a town hall meeting on March 28, 2024, to discuss its findings on the use of force against juveniles by police officers. The report highlighted a concerning statistic that 80% of juveniles subjected to police force were Black, predominantly male. This gathering saw participation from various local nonprofits, […]
Three drive-in movie theaters in the Rochester area, the Vintage Drive-In in Avon, the Rose City Drive-In in Newark, and the Silver Lake Twin Drive-In in Perry, are gearing up for their spring season openings. The Vintage Drive-In welcomes moviegoers from Friday through Sunday at 7 p.m., featuring titles like “Godzilla X Kong: The New […]