National/World News

Rochester, NY - Veterans Outreach Center, Monroe County, and the VA Finger Lakes Healthcare System will recognize National Vietnam Veterans Day at the Roger Robach Community Center, 180 Beach Ave., Rochester, NY 14612 at 10:00 a.m. on March 27. Join us as we honor those who made it home, and the 58,220 American service members who never did. “As we gather to honor our Vietnam Veterans, we're commemorating the past and also reaffirming our commitment to the future,” Veterans O

ROCHESTER, NY — The American Red Cross asks people to help patients in need by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply stable as spring begins. We’re joining forces with positive lifestyle brand Life is Good to invite donors to show the power of doing good by giving blood. Those who come to give blood or platelets March 30-April 12, 2026, will get an exclusive Red Cross x Life

Rochester, NY - While school is out for Spring Break next week, Mayor Malik D. Evans invites students and families to head to their neighborhood R-Centers for fun activities in a safe, caring environment.   “When school is out, our R-Centers are ready with fun activities for kids and families,” said Mayor Evans. “Make a splash in the Jackson R-Center’s indoor pool, challenge a friend in your favorite video game, or shoot some hoops with neighbors – whatever your recreation st

ROCHESTER, NY —The annual Speak Life! Health Equity Conference will be held Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Monroe Community Hospital auditorium. Tickets are $35 and on sale now and include breakfast and lunch. With the theme “Stronger Together” the 2026 conference features a timely keynote by Anthony M. Jimenez, Ph.D. (sociology), associate professor of sociology at Rochester Institute of Technology. Jimenez, co-author of “The Third Net: The Hidden Sys

Rochester, N.Y. — Geva Theatre’s Artistic Director Elizabeth Williamson, Executive Director James Haskins, and Curation Team (which includes Jeffrey L. Page, DeLanna Studi, Sarah Hartmann, Jasmine B. Gunter, and Thalia Schramm as well as Williamson) are delighted to host Geva’s 2026/27 Season Announcement on Monday, March 23, at 6 p.m. The event will include remarks from Geva’s leadership, from Mayor Malik Evans and from Rich Pulvino, VP/Director, Marketing for ESL Federal Cr