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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

News from September 2024

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City launches new community engagement program

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 30, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced the launch of a new community engagement program, Neighbors In Action (NIA), aimed at empowering residents to strengthen and improve their neighborhoods.

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Which former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 29, 2024

These former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Rochester invites nonprofits to join Halloween at the Market event

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

The City of Rochester Public Market has extended an invitation to local nonprofit organizations and agencies focused on children and families to participate in this year's Halloween at the Market. This event, sponsored by Fidelis Care, is set to take place from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at 280 N. Union St.

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Rochester introduces special event zone in East End for safer Saturdays

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 27, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans has announced the establishment of a "Special Event Zone" on Saturday nights in Rochester's East End district. This initiative, developed by the City of Rochester Law Department in collaboration with the Rochester Police Department and local business owners, is part of the Mayor’s Gun Violence State of Emergency to enhance safety for bar and restaurant patrons.

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Latin American Day celebrations set for this Sunday at International Plaza Market

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

The International Plaza Market will host Latin American Day celebrations this Sunday, featuring food, live music from Franco “El Matatan,” a talent show, and activities. The event will run from 12 to 5 p.m. at 828 N. Clinton Ave on September 29, 2024. This celebration is part of the City’s Hispanic Heritage Month and is sponsored by Bank of America.

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Rochester sees significant drop in gun violence reaching pre-pandemic levels

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that gun violence in Rochester has significantly declined, with the number of shootings returning to pre-pandemic levels.

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Final ROC the Block employment fair set for Wednesday

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 23, 2024

The final ROC the Block Community Employment Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Parcel 5, located at 285 E. Main St.

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City challenges PAB's release of confidential investigative reports

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 22, 2024

The City has reiterated its stance that the Police Accountability Board (PAB) lacks the authority to publish internal investigative reports. According to the City, such publication violates local law, an automatic stay of a Fourth Department decision in the NYCLU matter, and the City's Code of Ethics.

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Which former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 22, 2024

These former Rochester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.

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Rochester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 21, 2024

The following parishes in the Rochester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Mayor demands halt on planned closure of West Main Street Walgreens

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 20, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans has demanded that Walgreens halt its planned closure of the store at 792 W. Main St. in Rochester's Bulls Head area. In an open letter to Tim Wentworth, CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Mayor Evans expressed strong opposition to the closure, which follows the shutdown of another Walgreens store at 670 Thurston Road less than two years ago.

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Rochester's final food truck rodeo of season set for Wednesday

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 20, 2024

The final opportunity of the year to celebrate Rochester’s mobile cuisine, local beer, and live music scene at the City of Rochester’s Public Market Food Truck Rodeos is set for Wednesday. Bill Schmitt and the Blues Masters will close out the season series from 5 to 9 p.m., on September 25, at 280 N. Union St.

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Rochester announces ROC The Riverway Weekend for October

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 20, 2024

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced the return of ROC the Riverway Weekend, celebrating the revitalization of Rochester’s Genesee River waterfront with three days of events from Oct. 4–6 at various locations on and near the river.

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International Plaza Market Sunday honors Fatman Scoop with musical tribute

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

This week’s International Plaza Market Sunday will feature ROC the Plaza: The Music Tribute to Fatman Scoop from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, at 828 N. Clinton Ave.

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Second annual Oktoberfest returns to Rochester Public Market

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

The second annual Oktoberfest at the Rochester Public Market will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, at the City of Rochester Public Market, located at 280 Union St. The event will feature German music, dancing, and cultural offerings from the Federation of German Societies of Rochester. Rohrbach’s Brewing Company will provide seasonal beers, and Swan Market will serve German cuisine.

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Rochester receives $3 million grant for urban forestry initiative

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

The City of Rochester has been awarded $3 million through the USDA Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act to support Mayor Malik D. Evans’ Tree Expansion and Beautification Initiative. The funding will significantly advance the city’s goal to plant an additional 6,000 new trees across Rochester by 2025, focusing on disadvantaged communities and ensuring a more equitable distribution of the urban tree canopy.

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Community garage sales continue Sunday at Rochester Public Market

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

The penultimate Greatest Community Garage Sales and Super Fleas at the City of Rochester Public Market for 2024 will take place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22, at 280 N. Union St. The final sale date is set for Oct. 13.

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Frederick Douglass statues return after refurbishment

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 18, 2024

Today, Mayor Malik D. Evans announced that several Frederick Douglass statues are being returned to public display after extensive repair and refurbishment.

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Community resource expo set for Thursday at Central Library Downtown

By Rochester Reporter | Sep 17, 2024

The Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County invites the community to explore an array of services and resources provided by local organizations at its Community Resource Expo. The event will be held from 12 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19 at the Kate Gleason Auditorium, located at 115 South Ave.