Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester embraces Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities, with a public forum featuring Mayor Evans and policy experts scheduled for Feb 12. Rochester Beacon
- ➤ A report by TRIP indicates that one-third of Rochester's state-maintained roads are in poor or mediocre condition, costing drivers over $1,800 annually. News 10
- ➤ A 10-year-old boy named Joseph Bryant from Rochester has been reported missing since Wednesday evening, last seen near Finch Street and Glendale Park. ABC 13
- ➤ Rochester's MLK Day 2025 celebrations include a variety of events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, featuring worship services, museum activities, a skate event, and a coat giveaway. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An occupied house on Salina Street in Rochester was hit by gunfire, leaving the three inhabitants unharmed and no suspects apprehended. ABC 13
- ➤ Raymond Noel, 52, was sentenced to 35 years to life for shooting an East Rochester police officer during a domestic call last January. NewsRadio WHAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The article reveals the top salaries for educators within various school districts in the Rochester region for the 2023-24 school year, highlighting the highest paid positions. Democrat & Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe County Public Defender Union is negotiating for improved working conditions and resources to better defend their clients, amidst challenges such as budget cuts and caseload standards. Rochester Beacon
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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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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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APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony
The APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony will honor dedicated public works professionals and successful projects that enhance community lives.
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Miss Casey's Art Open House
Explore the artistic expressions of Miss Casey, who combines various media to create thought-provoking pieces that encourage introspection and community dialogue.
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Pokémon Card Trading Event
A gathering for Pokémon trainers to trade cards and enhance their collections at Brighton Memorial Library.
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IEEE Rochester Section Executive Committee Meeting - February 2025
The meeting discusses updates, plans, and reports from various IEEE chapters and groups within the Rochester Section.
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