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NOTICE TO PROPOSERS Monroe County is issuing requests for proposals for the following services. Request for proposal documents are available at www.monroecounty.gov/bid/rfps. There will be no formal opening of proposals. Responses must be received at the date, time and location identified in the request for proposal. RFP: 911 Digital Voice Logging Recorder Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026 RFP: Inmate Telephone Services for Monroe County Sh

Rochester Genesee Regional Transportation Authority (RGRTA) is seeking to retain the services of a legislative consultant for matters in which it may need professional assistance before the New York State Governor’s Office and Executive Branch, New York State Legislature and New York State Agencies. All RTS solicitations are available on its Supplier Portal (https://supplierportal.myrts.com/), where Vendors can view Event documents and submit responses by the deadline specifi

Rochester, NY - Around 2:30pm, yesterday, Officers were conducting a STRIVE (Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence) detail in order to apprehend 45-year old Travis Mack. Mack was wanted in relation to a menacing incident in which he allegedly pointed a handgun at someone in Genesee Section, Criminal Contempt 2nd from Clinton Section, and two different bench warrants. Officers located Mack in the 100 block of Brookdale Avenue and attempted to stop him. Mac

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

Rochester, N.Y.-U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Javaris Corbit, 36, of Rochester, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with possession with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl and 500 grams or more of cocaine, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and being a felon in possession of a firearm, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of 15 years in prison, a maximum of life, and a fine of $10,000,00

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 - Just after midnight, this morning, Officers in the 1200 block of Clifford Avenue observed a 17-year old male walking into a corner store. Officers recognized the male due to his house recently having been struck by gunfire. As Officers went to speak with the male in the store, they observed an extended handgun magazine protruding from his sweatpants pocket. Further investigation found that prior to the Officers entering the store, the male had hidden a handgun

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