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Saturday’s ribbon-cutting marks grand opening of new Edible Education Center; Precedes annual Fall Fest at the Foodlink Community Farm ROCHESTER – Prior to its annual Fall Fest this Saturday, Oct. 18, Foodlink and local dignitaries will be celebrating the grand opening of its new Edible Education Center and renovated farm on Lexington Avenue.   The Foodlink Community Farm launched in 2011 to serve a dual purpose: (1) Provide growing opportunities and expand access to healthy

Rochester, N.Y. —  The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is investigating an early-morning shooting Thursday involving a postal service employee in Henrietta. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of a shooting around 12:40 a.m. at the U.S. Postal Service’s main processing facility on Jefferson Road. Upon arrival, deputies found a postal worker who had been shot by an unidentified suspect who fled the scene in a vehicle before law enforce

Rochester, NY- On June 29, around 11:30pm, Officers responded to 1730 N. Goodman Street (King and Queen Cantina) for the report of shots fired. Around 20 minutes later, a male in his 20s arrived at Strong Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso. Thanks to the medical staff at Strong Hospital, that wound was determined to be non-life threatening. The preliminary investigation found that there was a commotion outside the bar that led to shots fired. Detectives ulti

Rochester, NY—This fall, Writers & Books is launching three new writing contests celebrating emerging and established voices across New York State. Opportunities include a juried residency for adult writers at Gell: A Finger Lakes Creative Retreat Center, and two poetry contests offering winners the chance to perform or be featured during the 2026 Poetry Festival in the Highland Park Bowl. Each contest includes an honorarium and other benefits. 1. The 2026 Juried Writing Resi

Aqua Porter ( ROCHESTER, NY):  TODAY, Senator Samra G. Brouk (SD-55) will honor Aqua Porter, RMAPI Executive Director, as her 2025 Woman of Distinction  at a celebration at Badfish Consulting. With more than 40 years of experience across corporate and nonprofit sectors, Aqua has been deeply rooted in the Rochester community and now leads efforts to reduce systemic poverty. Under her leadership, RMAPI successfully advocated for a $15 minimum wage through its “Level Up Champion

W. Kamau Bell Rochester, NY- Emmy and Peabody Award-winning host, filmmaker, and comedian  W. Kamau Bell (CNN's "United Shades of America") has extended his nationwide comedy tour – "Who's With Me?" – through the end of the year with a stop in Rochester at Nazareth University Arts Center on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. The tour kicked off Feb. 13 at The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. For tickets: Nazareth Arts Center Box Office – online or  by phone: 585-389-2170. Kama

ROCHESTER, NY – The Theta Omicron Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly invites the Greater Rochester community to its 70 th  Annual Clambake, the culminating event of their Achievement Week celebration. The annual event marks the conclusion of Achievement Week, a time when Omega Psi Phi Fraternity members across the country recognize and uplift excellence in their communities. The cherished tradition is not only a festivemgathering celebrating excellence, but sta

Rochester, N.Y. — October 14, 2025 — The Rochester Board of Education held a work session focused on reviewing district policies, refining communication procedures, and outlining the 2026–27 budget calendar. The meeting provided an opportunity for board members to discuss operational updates, policy alignment with state requirements, and the district’s approach to long-term planning and community engagement. Several policy reviews were presented during the session, including

Fire Truck Visits Rochester Animal Services for Fire Prevention Week EventRochester Animal Services and the Rochester Fire Department will host a Fire Prevention Week event featuring a fire truck visit, firefighter meet-and-greet, and tips on keeping pets safe during emergencies. Attendees can pick up free ASPCA Pet Disaster Checklists and Pet Alert Window Clings while learning how to keep their furry family members safe.  Date : Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025  Time : 4 p.m.  Locat

Rochester, NY – On Monday, October 6, 2025, a private security guard who is contracted through the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) to perform traffic control was involved in a confrontation with non-passenger about a personal matter. Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies, who patrol inside the terminal, responded and defused of the matter in a professional and timely manner. No one was injured during the situation. While private security has

Rochester, NY- Around 8pm, last night, Officers responded to the 100 block of Weld Street for the report of multiples gunshots heard. Officers located evidence of shots fired and a 2012 Audi that had been struck by gunfire. Approximately one hour later, Officers in the area of Kenilworth Terrace observed the suspects from the Weld Street shots fired incident and attempted to stop them. A 17-year old male was quickly detained and a 9mm “ghost gun”, loaded with nine rounds in a

WHAT: RCCI (Rochester Careers in Construction, Inc.) is helping to fill hundreds of construction jobs in the Finger Lakes Region by introducing students to career opportunities in the building and construction trades. The 27 th Annual Rochester Careers in Construction Day, one of the largest in this region, is Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Monroe County Fleet Center, Building 11. With over 1,000 students and educators from the Finger Lakes Reg