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PLEASE NOTE – The Purchasing Office is temporarily located in Office 301 of the County Office Building. All Bids and Proposers should be delivered to Room 301 in the County Office Building, 39 West Main Street, Rochester, NY 14614. NOTICE TO BIDDERS Monroe County is seeking bids for the following items and/or services. Specifications are available at www.monroecounty.gov. Sealed bids will be publicly opened at the time and date stated below. Bids must be received prior to the

Incumbent Letitia James brings nearly eight years running one of the nation's most powerful state attorney general offices. Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy brings an extensive federal prosecution and national-security résumé. Their contest could ultimately become a referendum on what New Yorkers want their attorney general to prioritize. Letitia James, Saritha Komatireddy (Official Photos) As New York Attorney General Letitia James seeks another term, Republican cha

What: Jordan Health will hold its annual Front Porch Festival and Health Fair to celebrate National Community Health Center’s Week. Jordan will provide health screenings, free haircuts and braiding styles for children, free backpacks, free food, entertainment, and giveaways to the community. The goal is to promote a healthy lifestyle….The Jordan Health Way! This year’s festival is partially sponsored by Monroe County and Neighbors in Action. Who: Dr. Fredrick Johnson (Interim

Rochester, NY - Yesterday, around 8am, Officers responded to an address on Owen Street for the report of a domestic incident in which 47-year old Sherod Smith allegedly choked and hit a domestic partner. Just before 1pm, the Rochester Police Department’s Tactical Unit was conducting a STRIVE detail (Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence) and located Smith in the driveway of a nearby house. Upon the Officers approaching Smith, he quickly threw a handgun ov

Rochester, NY - On May 10, 2026, a 911 call came in for an unresponsive 2-year-old child at 1630 Dewey Ave. The child, Isaiah Jones (also known as Isaiah Velez), was found unresponsive by ambulance and fire personnel who were already in the building for an unrelated call. Isaiah was being cared for by his mother, 25-year-old India Duncan, and 30- year-old Joshua Velez. Life-saving measures were immediately initiated, and Isaiah was transported to Rochester Regional Hospital.

Rochester, NY - On August 1, 2026 a suspect entered the ESL Bank located at 786 N. Goodman St. and demanded cash from a teller. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, he fled the bank on foot. After an investigation by the Rochester Area Major Crimes Task Force, the suspect was identified as 59-year-old Terry Manuel, City of Rochester resident. Manuel is on Parole for a 2004 Murder 2nd conviction. After the conviction he was sentenced 25-life, and was subsequently rel

As temperatures climb this summer, the City’s Cool Sweep program is available to help residents stay safe. Mayor Malik D. Evans encourages residents to take advantage of this resource whenever temperatures become dangerous. 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 to reach 85°F or higher,

Bands on the Bricks and ROC the Bricks wrap up their summer live music season at the Public Market, 280 N. Union St., with three live acts on the following dates and times: 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, August 7: Appetite for Voltage with Special Guests What’s the RUSH 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, August 12: Into the Now – covers of the Stones, the Doors, and more 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, August 14: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad with Special Guests iGNiTE Reggae Band Bands on the Bricks

Rochester, NY — U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Christopher Hernandez, 31, of Bergen, New Jersey, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci, Jr. to fraudulent production of more than five identification documents, authentication features, or false identification documents, which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, and a fine of $250,000. On July 7, 2025, investigators executed a search warrant on Hernandez’s iCloud account swi

Emma L. Oppedisano Rochester, NY - The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a missing person, 19-year-old Emma L. Oppedisano. Emma was last seen earlier tonight 8/3/2026, around 8:30 pm, in the area of Browncroft Blvd. and Old Browncroft Blvd. in the town of Penfield. Emma has long dark brown hair, and she was last seen wearing a navy-blue short sleeve shirt, grey sweatpants, and white sneakers. Emma is a white female, approximately 5' 6" and slim build. Ple

NYSYD Gala - MCYD and CPS and TD Rochester, NY — Monroe County Young Democrats (MCYD) was named the 2026 Chapter of the Year by the New York State Young Democrats (NYSYD) at NYSYD's 10th Annual Gala. The honor recognizes MCYD's growth and organizing work in the three years since the chapter's relaunch, including its rapid membership growth, its efforts to connect young Democrats directly with elected officials, and its newly launched Text the Vote campaign to boost voter turn

The New York State Department of Civil Service today announced that the application period is now open for New York State’s entry-level law enforcement civil service exam. The exam is for interested, qualified applicants seeking a position throughout the Office of State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the State University of New York. Qualified candidates can apply online until 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 9, 2026, to take the exam. There is no cost as all state exam a