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NBA star Isaiah Stewart donates $750,000 for the renovation and renaming of a Boys & Girls Club gym in Rochester, N.Y., where he grew up, to The Isaiah Stewart Athletic Center, with part of the funds enhancing the Club's reading program.

The 127th Rochester Lilac Festival introduces new attractions including free guided walking tours, a local farmers market, and an innovative non-alcoholic bar for its 2025 event.

Rochester community members shared their ideas on tackling the opioid crisis during the final public input session, influencing the city's strategy with over $3 million in state funding.

A Rochester police officer, Nickolas Romeo, was arrested and charged with sexual abuse and harassment after a victim's complaint led to an internal investigation.

A Rochester man, previously convicted of a sex offense, receives a ten-year prison sentence for possessing child pornography, with an additional ten years of supervised release.

Several school districts and private schools in Monroe County and nearby areas are closed Wednesday due to extreme cold conditions.

Over 100 home care workers are holding an informational picket in Webster to address contract negotiation delays with UR Medicine Home Care, seeking better caseloads and job protections.

Automotive expert advises against propping windshield wipers up in winter to avoid potential damage to the spring mechanism and recommends using a defroster instead.

Ares Miller, an Aquinas junior, won Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week with over 16,000 votes after scoring four goals and an assist, reaching 100 career points.

Magical Motown Experience Concert

Experience the vibrant sounds of Motown music at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY.

Ying Quartet Performance

The Ying Quartet, a noted string quartet, will perform at Eastman Theatre with proceeds supporting various charitable causes.

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.

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.

APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony

The APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony will honor dedicated public works professionals and successful projects that enhance community lives.

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.

Pokémon Card Trading Event

A gathering for Pokémon trainers to trade cards and enhance their collections at Brighton Memorial Library.

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.

Live Music at The Angry Goat Pub

The Public Water Supply Trio performs at The Angry Goat Pub, inviting guests to enjoy music and food in a popular Rochester venue.

Dave Matthews Tribute Band Concert in Rochester

The Dave Matthews Tribute Band will perform live, bringing their authentic tribute to the iconic sound of the Dave Matthews Band.

The Child Inside Workshop

This immersive workshop led by artist Lee Starfield encourages participants to explore and connect with their inner child through meditation, writing, and creative expression.