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Rochester, NY - New traffic patterns will be implemented at the intersection where West Main Street, Genesee Street, and Brown Street converge beginning Wednesday, Sept. 9, as part of the Bull’s Head Revitalization Project. Roadwork is expected to last through mid-November. Signage, pavement markings, and traffic signals throughout the work zone will clearly explain the changes to traffic flow. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to seek alternate routes. Moto

Rochester, NY – With just under 40,000 veterans living in Monroe County, many of them need access to critical care and life-altering services. Stand Down 2026, hosted by Veterans Outreach Center, gives veterans in our area the chance to connect with providers and employers in one location at the same time. The 25th annual Stand Down will take place Wednesday, September 23 at the Rochester Public Market, 280 Union Street North, Rochester, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event i

Rochester, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello invites Monroe County residents to attend the Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Northampton Park in Ogden. The festival is free to attend and will feature activities for all ages, including scarecrow making, tractor rides, a petting zoo with animals from nearby Springdale Farm, interactive agricultural activities with the Cornell Cooperative Extension, and even trail races. “We’re excited to

Rochester, NY — September 4, 2026 — Walking For Rochester has launched its 20x1,000 campaign, a community-wide fundraising effort leading into the organization's fifth annual fundraiser on October 22. The campaign has a goal of raising $20,000 by bringing together 1,000 people willing to contribute $20 each. The campaign comes at a significant moment for the organization. Walking For Rochester recently surpassed 20,000 pounds of litter removed from Rochester since its foundin

Rochester, NY - PI’s Lounge, in partnership with Copeland Twins Production and a dedicated coalition of local sponsors and community stakeholders, is pleased to announce a Free Back-to-School Event on Friday, September 4, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Tops Parking Lot, located at 491 West Avenue, Rochester, NY. This initiative aims to support Rochester children and families in preparing for the upcoming school year by providing complimenta

Rochester, NY – An individual who tested positive for measles traveled through the Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Train Station, 320 Central Avenue on Saturday, August 29 and may have exposed others to the disease. The individual is not a resident of Monroe County and was only traveling through Monroe County enroute to their final destination. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by a virus that is spread by direct contact with nasal or throat secretions o

Rochester City Hall, Neighborhood Service Centers, R-Centers, Rochester Animal Services, Rochester Public Libraries, the Rochester Traffic Violations Agency, the 311 Call Center, and the Honorable Loretta C. Scott Center for Human Services administrative office building at 57 St. Paul St. will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.   Refuse and recycling collection will not take place on Monday, Sept. 7, and pickups will be delayed by one day for the rem

Art lovers are invited to the Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the 21st Artist Row Juried Art Show. Admission and parking are free. This year, Artist Row will feature more than 200 artists, both rising and established, showcasing the diversity of Rochester’s vibrant communities through a variety of mediums. Categories include 3-D sculpture, ceramics, drawing and painting, fiber arts, jewelry, mixed media, mosaic and

Now through November, the City of Rochester’s Fall recreation season offers more than 150 programs and activities for kids, adults, and families. From athletics and dance to music and nature exploration, all program details and registration are now available at www.CityofRochester.gov/Recreation. “With the new Maplewood Nature Center, we have more in store for kids and families this school year than ever before—from after school care to activities for all ages,” said Mayor

A Call to Women of Color Founded by Jackie Dozier Rochester, NY - What began two decades ago as a backyard gathering has grown into a treasured community tradition. This September, A Call to Women of Color will mark its 20th anniversary with three days of events Sept. 11 – 13 celebrating sisterhood, health and community. Founded by Jackie Dozier, director of Community Health and Well-Being at the Combined Entity of Common Ground Health-Finger Lakes Performing Provider System-

Rochester, NY – September marks the beginning of Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to raising awareness about hunger and inspiring action in communities across the country. To kick off the month, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and Foodlink representatives visited a Curbside Market stop to highlight their longstanding partnership and shared commitment to improving access to healthy food throughout the Rochester region. Over the years, Excellus BlueCross BlueS

Rochester, NY — Kidz City, Rochester’s largest seasonal kids and teens consignment event, is back this weekend with thousands of high‑quality, gently‑used items at unbeatable prices. The Fall/Winter Sale will take place September 4–6 at Minett Hall at The Dome Arena in Henrietta, offering families a one‑stop destination for clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, sports equipment, winter essentials, and back‑to‑school must‑haves. The Kidz City Sale brings together hundreds o