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Catherine (Cathy) Thomas ROCHESTER, NY – The Rochester Police Accountability Board is pleased to announce a new addition to the Board. Catherine (Cathy) Thomas was appointed by the Police Accountability Board Alliance and confirmed by Rochester City Council on December 18th. A proud native of Rochester, NY, Thomas is a product of the Rochester City School District and a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School. She is an alumna of Monroe Community College, SUNY Brockport, Sy

****** THE ON-GOING VIOLENCE CONTINUES TO DRIVE THE EFFORTS FOR UNITING AND HEALING THROUGH HOPE OF MONROE COUNTY. ******** Rochester, NY - Our community is in shock. We nearly lost three of our men in blue and could have lost more. This evil attack marks of one of the darkest days in a continued dark period with so much senseless violence in our community. This immense violence must end. Uniting and Healing Through Hope of Monroe County continues to denounce this evil. As Ro

East Rochester, NY – Assemblymember Jen Lunsford is proud to announce the launch of her Fifth Annual Boxing Day Toy Drive, continuing a growing holiday tradition that brings new life to gently used toys while supporting local families and community organizations. Each year, Assemblymember Lunsford’s Boxing Day Toy Drive collects hundreds of toys that are ready for a second chapter from our generous community and donates them to organizations including Keeping Our Promise, Sai

Residents, Business Owners, and City Work Together to Make Winter Safe for All Rochester, NY - As the calendar heads toward the Winter Solstice and the official start of winter, Mayor Malik D. Evans urges Rochesterians to work together to manage wintry weather. "December has brought snow to our area nearly every day this month, so it’s important to remember – we are all responsible for helping keep our neighborhoods safe and accessible," said Mayor Evans. "Check in on your

Providing Food and Winter Clothing Who: DaJuan “DJ” Jackson, event host Madeline Martinez, Director of Management, Cameron Community Ministries Community volunteers What: Community Food and Clothing Give-Back Drive When: Monday, December 22, 2025, 12:45 p.m. Where: Cameron Community Ministries 48 Cameron Street Rochester, NY 14606 Details: DaJuan “DJ” Jackson, a 2025 graduate of the Rochester City School District’s Edison Career and Technology High School and current SUNY Bro

The City of Rochester’s winter recreation season is underway through Feb. 28, featuring indoor and outdoor activities for youth and adults including ice skating, aquatics, sports training, crafts, and more. “Don’t hibernate this winter – get to your neighborhood R-Center!” said Mayor Malik D. Evans. “Whether it’s after school or over a break week, our R-Centers and recreation facilities offer fantastic opportunities for kids and families to stay active and have fun year-rou

Rochester, NY - Holidays at the Market – The seasonal shopping favorite and family tradition – concludes at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St, with a special evening event Thurs., Dec. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. This event series finale offers: A one-stop shopping destination featuring local vendors with fresh-cut Christmas trees and wreaths, handcrafted items, specialty foods and drinks, clothing, jewelry, and much, much more. Visits with Santa in the Market

Rochester, NY – This holiday season Action for a Better Community’s PROWD (Providing Real Opportunities With Dedication) students are showing what it means to give back, and we invite you to be a part of it! On December 18th, students from Rochester Academy Charter School, Genesee Community Charter School, and Roberto Clemente School No. 8 will be visiting the Rochester Presbyterian Home for a special Volunteer Day. Together, they will spend time with the residents, bringing

Rochester, NY – Give the gift of Broadway this holiday season! The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) and Albert Nocciolino announced today that individual tickets for the final three shows in the 2025-2026 M&T Bank Broadway Season go on sale December 19. Tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE and SUFFS will be available at Ticketmaster.com and the West Herr Auditorium Theatre Box Office beginning at 10:00 a.m. Also in the lineup, tickets for SPAMALOT and WICKED

Who: Ten students from School No. 23 who are part of a social-emotional learning group called Choose Wisdom Adult partners (parent/guardian) Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools What: Take a Shot at Hunger When: Friday, December 12, 2025, 12:45 p.m. Where: Francis Parker School No. 23170 Barrington StreetRochester, NY 14607 Details: Ten students from Francis Parker School No. 23 who participate in the Choose Wisdom social emotional learning group will take p

Rochester, NY – The Rochester Technology & Manufacturing Association, Monroe Community College and the Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center (FWD Center) are set to celebrate the graduation of the inaugural Advance 2 Apprenticeship pre-apprenticeship program on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11 a.m. More than a dozen participants completed the five-week program which included hands-on and classroom training, supportive services, and interviews with local advanced manufactu

Rochester, NY - ROC ROYAL HOLIDAY SERIES IS HERE. We start today at the HOLIDAY VILLAGE. We are full from 4pm-6:30pm however you are welcome to pop out to our line dancing and Adult Karaoke at 6:30pm. Food Vendors will be on site. Also join us for our 12th Annual Toy Giveaway on December 20th at EAST HIGH SCHOOL! This year we are adding a Breakfast With Santa. Don't wait to register as we are almost full. Happy Holidays.