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A 19-year-old man, Dhymere Bailey, was arraigned on Saturday in Rochester City Court for the homicide of 39-year-old Sandra Blanding. He pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon. The incident occurred Wednesday morning near a vacant lot on Spencer Street. Police apprehended Bailey on Friday after he attempted […]
Homelessness in Rochester is worsening due to rising rents, income disparities, and a housing shortage, according to local experts. Michael Gilbert, director of development for the Salvation Army of Greater Rochester, emphasized that homelessness can affect anyone. The Salvation Army operates shelters with 57 beds, but they serve only a small fraction of the over […]
Rochester continues to shine on America’s favorite game shows, with local contestant Auriel Heath making a splash on Monday night’s Wheel of Fortune. An oral surgery assistant currently planning her wedding, Heath won a total of $22,299, outpacing the other contestants, who took home $3,000 and $14,499 respectively. She returned home as a standout star […]
Jalen Taggart and Jahquin Brown finished with a game-high 18 points apiece as top-seeded Rush-Henrietta (20-2) erased a halftime deficit to beat No. 2 Fairport, 53-50 in the 2025 Section V Class AAA championship game at Blue Cross Arena. Tournament MVP Kanaz Linder scored 18 points to lead No. 1 World of Inquiry past No. […]
The Rochester City Council has approved a proposal to convert the old tent city building into low-income housing. The project, located at the corner of Dewey and Lyell Avenues, aims to provide over 80 apartment units, specifically for Rochester’s veterans. Board President Miguel Melendez expressed optimism about the initiative. “I know that community members would […]
An 11-year-old boy driving a stolen car in Rochester struck a 34-year-old woman on Wednesday night, sending her to the hospital. Police responded to the incident near Flint Street and Jefferson Avenue around 8:30 p.m., where they found the woman injured; she is expected to survive. Witnesses directed officers to the young driver, who was […]
The official Rochester edition of Hasbro’s “Monopoly” will be released on Tuesday, featuring local locations and artwork. Top Trumps USA chose Rochester for its rich history and diverse culture. Residents contributed suggestions for the board, and the final design will be unveiled on the release day. Key Features: Celebrate Rochester: Experience the energy and heritage […]
Rochester Police have arrested 47-year-old Felix Rivera in connection with a January 18 shooting on Rauber Street. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation and discovered a Hyundai with significant damage and blood inside. A 15-year-old boy, who had been shot multiple times, was dropped off at Strong Hospital in a Kia that has since gone […]
Metro Justice, a community advocacy group in Rochester, N.Y., is raising concerns about a surge in utility shutoffs by Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E), citing over 13,000 disconnections in 2024, including about 12,000 residential accounts. RG&E contests this claim, stating that the disconnections are part of a return to standard practices resumed after a pandemic-related […]
The Rochester Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying two individuals connected to multiple incidents of criminal mischief and larceny involving vehicles in the city. Police released four photos of the suspects but did not provide additional details about the incidents. Anyone with information is urged to call 911 or email rpdtipline@cityofrochester.gov. Rochester police ask […]
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