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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

Rochester, NY- On 10/13/25 at approximately 12:09 a.m. the Rochester Police Department responded to the intersection of East Ave./Alexander St. for the report of a motor vehicle accident with a person trapped. Upon arrival it was determined that there was in fact no one trapped in either vehicle. The subsequent investigation revealed a 35 year old, male, City of Rochester resident was operating a 2023 Kia SUV on Alexander St. in a southbound direction, while a 61 year old,

Walking For Rochester Celebrates Five Years and Record Breaking Cleanup Season at Upcoming Fundraiser Rochester, NY — Walking For Rochester will host its 4th Annual Fundraiser and Silent Auction at Glendoveer’s, located at 2328 Old Browncroft Boulevard in Rochester, NY, on Thursday, October 16, 2025. The event marks the organization’s fifth anniversary since its founding in 2020 and celebrates a record breaking year for community impact. This season alone, Walking For Rochest

Legacy Makers, Inc., in collaboration with New York State and members of Rochester’s faith community, is hosting a pair of Emergency Preparedness Trainings aimed at helping families plan for crises — from natural disasters to financial instability. More than 100 people were in attendance for the October 10, 2025 "Emergency Preparedness Training" hosted at Glory House International Church, 111 N Chestnut St, Rochester, NY - Photo by Rodney Allen Young The sessions will be hel

Rochester, N.Y. — On October 14, 2025 , Minister Clifford A. Florence Sr. will hold a public campaign event as a write-in candidate for mayor at the Inner Faith Gospel Tabernacle , located at 601 Jay Street . Florence—son of the late civil rights leader Rev. Franklin Florence—has positioned himself as a community-centered alternative in Rochester’s 2025 mayoral race. In recent months, Florence’s campaign has faced obstacles: he was removed from the primary ballot via object