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****** THE ON-GOING VIOLENCE CONTINUES TO DRIVE THE EFFORTS FOR UNITING AND HEALING THROUGH HOPE OF MONROE COUNTY. ******** Rochester, NY - Our community is in shock. We nearly lost three of our men in blue and could have lost more. This evil attack marks of one of the darkest days in a continued dark period with so much senseless violence in our community. This immense violence must end. Uniting and Healing Through Hope of Monroe County continues to denounce this evil. As Ro

Residents, Business Owners, and City Work Together to Make Winter Safe for All Rochester, NY - As the calendar heads toward the Winter Solstice and the official start of winter, Mayor Malik D. Evans urges Rochesterians to work together to manage wintry weather.   "December has brought snow to our area nearly every day this month, so it’s important to remember – we are all responsible for helping keep our neighborhoods safe and accessible," said Mayor Evans. "Check in on your

Providing Food and Winter Clothing Who: DaJuan “DJ” Jackson, event host Madeline Martinez, Director of Management, Cameron Community Ministries Community volunteers What: Community Food and Clothing Give-Back Drive When: Monday, December 22, 2025, 12:45 p.m. Where: Cameron Community Ministries 48 Cameron Street Rochester, NY 14606 Details: DaJuan “DJ” Jackson, a 2025 graduate of the Rochester City School District’s Edison Career and Technology High School and current SUNY Bro

Rochester, NY – This holiday season Action for a Better Community’s PROWD (Providing Real Opportunities With Dedication) students are showing what it means to give back, and we invite you to be a part of it! On December 18th, students from Rochester Academy Charter School, Genesee Community Charter School, and Roberto Clemente School No. 8 will be visiting the Rochester Presbyterian Home for a special Volunteer Day. Together, they will spend time with the residents, bringing

Rochester, NY – Give the gift of Broadway this holiday season! The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) and Albert Nocciolino announced today that individual tickets for the final three shows in the 2025-2026 M&T Bank Broadway Season go on sale December 19. Tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE and SUFFS will be available at Ticketmaster.com and the West Herr Auditorium Theatre Box Office beginning at 10:00 a.m. Also in the lineup, tickets for SPAMALOT and WICKED

The Rochester City School District’s School Selection process for the 2026 – 2027 school year opens today, Monday, December 8. This applies to families with students entering Kindergarten, 7th, or 9th grade, including PreK 4 students currently attending an RCSD program or receiving Special Education support. Families can apply to attend a school in their zone in addition to several citywide offerings. The application process is fully online at www.rcsdk12.org/schoolselection

Holidays at the Market – the seasonal shopping favorite and family tradition – continues at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St, for two more consecutive Sundays – Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 – from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, a special evening event will be held to culminate the series on Thurs., Dec. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.   This event series offers: A one-stop shopping destination featuring local vendors with fresh-cut Christmas trees and wreaths, handcrafted items

ROCHESTER, NY —  Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced the return of Monroe County Winterfest to Mendon Ponds Park. This popular family event will offer free activities for people of all ages throughout the park on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Winterfest is a reminder that even in the winter months, our parks system has so much to offer,” said County Executive Bello . “With games, activities, great food, and more, Winterfest is a great oppor

WHAT: Celebrate the season at MAG with half-price admission from 5:00–8:00 pm and a festive Holiday Sip & Shop Night on Friday, December 12. Enjoy live holiday jazz in the Vanden Brul Pavilion and shopping in THE STORE @ MAG, stocked with art-inspired gifts, work by local artists, MAG merchandise, stocking stuffers, and more. Complimentary gift wrapping is available. Sit down for dinner at Brown Hound Downtown or swing by the bar for a holiday cocktail. The evening’s special

Rochester, NY - The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., will host its second-annual Dia de las Velitas, Day of the Little Candles, on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 5 p.m.   This special Market Days event will kick-off the holiday season with afternoon of flavor, togetherness, and celebration for all ages.  Families and visitors are invited to honor this beautiful custom with festive music, candle displays, and joyful community spirit.   Guests can also enjoy delicious food

ROCHESTER, NY - Rochester Regional Health's Mobile Mammography Center will provide free breast cancer screenings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, December 13 at Aenon Missionary Baptist Church, 175 Genesee Street. Men as well as women are welcome.  No insurance coverage is required. Persons interested in receiving a screening may visit the center at  any time during the scheduled time period.  Walk-ins are welcome.

ROCHESTER, NY — El director ejecutivo del condado de Monroe, Adam Bello, inaugurará la serie de los conciertos navideños del Ejecutivo del Condado 2025 con una ceremonia de encendido del árbol y una actuación de la Banda de Conciertos del Instituto Wheatland-Chili al mediodía del 2diciembre en el atrio del Edificio de las Oficinas del Condado de Monroe. “Este edificio realmente cobra vida en diciembre con una hermosa iluminación, música festiva y alegría navideña", dijo Adam