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Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County Legislature approved a $6.7 million contract for the Seneca Park Zoo expansion, including a new Tropics Exhibit and Main Entry Plaza, with oversight requirements for project updates and spending. News 10
- ➤ In response to a significant rock salt shortage, Rochester hardware stores are substituting water softening salt to meet consumer demand amid heavy winter conditions. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Police seek public assistance to identify individuals connected to recent car break-ins in the area. News 10
- ➤ A Monroe County jury convicted Michael Benjamin on multiple charges for the violent kidnapping and sexual assault of a young woman in Rochester, with sentencing scheduled for March 11. ABC 13
- ➤ 31-year-old Torre Wyatt was arrested for robbing the M&T Bank in northeast Rochester, along with the getaway driver who faces unlicensed driving charges. NewsRadio WHAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rocky's, a modest Italian-American restaurant in Rochester, celebrates 75 years of operation and earns a spot on USA Today's 2024 Restaurants of the Year list. Democrat & Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
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Community Love Week: Happy Hour Sip + Shop Event
This event features local handmade goods, tarot readings, food, and a charity raffle, all benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester.
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Community Love Week: Valentine's Day Charity Dinner
Experience a philanthropic evening with a 5-course meal prepared by Root Catering, benefiting local organizations including the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester and Foodlink.
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Self-Care Soiree at ARTISANWorks
The Self-Care Soiree features over 70 local artisans showcasing a variety of products, along with wellness activities, a food fair, and access to a large art collection.
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Heroic Tchaikovsky Concert Featuring Local Talent
An in-person concert featuring Tchaikovsky's Piano Trio along with works by local composers, including a free admission offer for students and children.
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Dekes & Dangles Hockey Camp - Skills Development
This hockey camp, designed for various age groups, offers skill development in puck protection and offensive techniques, hosted at the Lakeshore Hockey Arena.
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Peewee Major to Bantam Travel Checking Clinic
This 60-minute checking clinic is tailored for travel players transitioning from Peewee Major to Bantam Minor, focusing on proper checking techniques.
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CASHFLOW 101® Game Night for Entrepreneurs
This event offers a unique opportunity to play the CASHFLOW 101 board game, designed to teach financial literacy and networking among aspiring entrepreneurs.
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The Wiz - A Vibrant Musical Reimagining
A brand new touring production of the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical 'The Wiz' brings a soulful and colorful reinterpretation of the classic 'The Wizard of Oz' to the stage.
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The Wiz - Broadway Tour
The Wiz, a Tony® Award-winning musical that reimagines The Wizard of Oz with a vibrant blend of soul, gospel, and funk, returns to the stage as part of the 2024-2025 M&T Bank Broadway Season.
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The Wiz - Broadway Tour
This Tony® Award-winning musical returns in a high-energy revival, showcasing a vibrant blend of soul, gospel, and funk as Dorothy embarks on her journey in a contemporary reimagining of the classic story.
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