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Rochester police say 35-year-old Shakara Green was killed in a shooting at the intersection of Clifford Avenue and North Street early Sunday morning. Green was pronounced dead at the scene. The Rochester Police Department says three 18-year-olds, a 20-year-old, and a 21-year-old were also injured in the shooting and were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The […]
Congressman Joe Morelle announced $850,000 in federal funding for Monroe Community College’s new precision optics finishing lab. The investment will expand hands-on training in optics, photonics, and advanced manufacturing, helping prepare students for high-demand careers in the region’s growing tech workforce. Morelle announces $850,000 for MCC precision optics lab
On Saturday, August 1st Highland Bowl vibrant celebration of the rich cultures, creativity, and shared heritage of the African Diaspora is taking place, the Pan Afrikan Festival brings the community together for a full day of live music, cultural performances, great food, local vendors, education, wellness, and family-friendly fun. Attendees can expect an exciting lineup of […]
Today (Friday 07/31) When You Buy A Hooked Fish Market Special You Will Receive 2 Tickets to see Loe Shimmy At Water Street This Sunday Thanks To Rocheter’s Favorite Radio Station 103.9 WDKX
With dozens of local food and retail vendors expected to set up shop for its three-day run, the Puerto Rican Festival is organized by its nine-member board. Festival President Orlando Ortiz says that it takes about a year to plan the event and more than 60 people to assist with setup. Ortiz shared all there […]
Cheesy Eddie’s is celebrating National Cheesecake Day and its 50th birthday starting on Thursday. Two different Cheesy Eddie’s locations will give out thousands of free slices over the next three days. The Jefferson Road location will give out over 1,500 free slices from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday and again on Friday. Then, the South Avenue location […]
Mayor Malik Evans extended Rochester’s emergency order banning groups of 10 or more from gathering in public streets between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. without a permit. The order exempts protests, religious services, work-related gatherings, emergencies, and permitted events. Those who refuse to disperse may face arrest and a Class B misdemeanor. Mayor Evans extends […]
The matchup is set for Rochester’s third annual football game featuring historically Black colleges and universities. The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Classic is scheduled for Oct. 3 at the Rochester Community Sports Complex. The Lincoln University Lions from Pennsylvania will take on the Virginia State Trojans in an NCAA Division II contest with […]
New York’s “Check Your Height, Know It’s Right!” campaign aims to prevent bridge strikes through increased enforcement and driver education. State Troopers are targeting high-risk areas after 310 bridge strikes were reported in 2025. New York drivers face eight-point license violation for bridge strikes under new statewide enforcement effort – WHEC.com
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released a new report which shows a high concentration of hazardous waste has been found in soil near the old Kodak Hawkeye Plant on St. Paul Street The report shows the DEC completed a site characterization at 1405-1447 St. Paul Street between 2023-2024. Its findings include above-normal […]
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