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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tragic crash outside the Kodak Center on New Year's Day involved a vehicle slamming into pedestrians and an Uber, killing four people and injuring nine, with the driver's motive remaining undetermined. ABC 13
- ➤ A 21-year-old driver was hospitalized with minor injuries following a rollover crash on I-490 in Rochester, NY on New Year’s Day. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Following the death of Rochester native Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility, a report highlights widespread abuse in NYS correctional facilities, with immediate actions being proposed by Governor Kathy Hochul. ABC 13
- ➤ A woman is facing DWAI and other charges after being involved in two hit-and-run crashes with a rental truck in Rochester on New Year's Eve. ABC 13
- ➤ Irene Thompson was arrested in Greece, N.Y., for assaulting two individuals on New Year's Eve, resulting in their hospitalization. ABC 13
- ➤ A man in his 30s survives after being shot and walking into Rochester General Hospital on New Year's Eve, with police investigating. News 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ While New York State law does not specifically mandate the removal of snow and ice from cars before driving, failing to do so could result in reckless driving charges if it obstructs the driver's view. News 10
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Members of Midtown Athletic Club in Rochester, N.Y., started the New Year by setting new fitness goals, with a strong focus on mental health and wellbeing. Rochester First
SPORTS NEWS
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IEEE Rochester Section Executive Committee Meeting - January 2025
The monthly meeting will review updates and future plans for the Rochester IEEE Section and its affiliates, involving various reports and open discussions.
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Happy Hour Event at Spritz 146
Enjoy a vibrant evening of dessert, specialty cocktails, and tapas-style appetizers at the renowned Spritz 146 piano bar in East Rochester.
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Burnin Sky and Riverside Avenue Perform Classic Rock Hits
Burnin Sky will pay tribute to Bad Company while Riverside Avenue performs favorite hits from REO Speedwagon at Eagle Vale Golf Club.
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Rochester New Year Business Networking Event
This free business networking event provides professionals in the Greater Rochester area with an opportunity to connect over a light breakfast while exploring new strategic networking initiatives for 2025.
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Live Performance by Real Boston Richey
Real Boston Richey will perform live at Water Street Music Hall in Rochester, highlighting his unique hip hop sound.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
The event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, requiring proof of purchase for participation.
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Wednesday Women's Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
This event is a women's support group meeting focused on discussions around alcohol addiction and recovery, utilizing literature from Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Magical Motown Experience Concert
Experience the vibrant sounds of Motown music at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY.
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Ying Quartet Performance
The Ying Quartet, a noted string quartet, will perform at Eastman Theatre with proceeds supporting various charitable causes.
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Primal Scream//Primal Laugh: A trauma-informed somatic workshop [VIA ZOOM]
You're invited to move your body, tap into your intuition, & co-regulate your nervous system. With trauma-informed somatic practices help to release stuck anger/frustration and connect with joy, this workshop is for people who wants to feel grounded and hopeful.
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