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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gaetano's Bakery — known for its Easter and St. Joseph breads — in Greece will make its final delivery on March 16th, 2025 as owner Phil PJ Noto retires after over 40 years of service. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tyrone James, a 61-year-old felon with 49 prior convictions, was arrested Friday, March 14th for allegedly killing Myrtle Watson, 63—her Sixth Street apartment showed signs of multiple stab wounds on Sept. 14th, 2024. ABC 13
- ➤ Kelvin Vickers, a 24-year-old inmate serving a life sentence for killing a Rochester police officer, was caught on video hitting a corrections officer at Coxsackie Correctional Facility—officials say an investigation is underway. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teams from the Finger Lakes region took part in the first Regional Robotics Competition at Rochester Institute of Technology—where students used engineering and design skills to tackle real problems—on March 13th. The event gave them hands-on experience to develop new solutions that help protect marine habitats. News 10
- ➤ Graduate student workers at the University of Rochester will vote on a strike on Monday, March 24 after union organizers say the school stopped them from unionizing for higher pay— they want a better deal for teaching and research help. The school said a strike would hurt classes and has made plans to keep academic work running. News 10
- ➤ Students at School of the Arts joined the ROC2CHANGE Summit on March 14, 2025 to learn about empathy, resilience, and inclusion+ sessions helped spark open talks among diverse student groups. The event, now in its ninth year, aided students in sharing ideas on communication and race+ organizers plan to hold more summits in the future. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Churchville, Honeoye Falls, Pittsford, Scottsville, Spencerport, and Victor will vote on local officials next Tuesday — polls are open from noon to 9 p.m. Some races are uncontested while others are hotly contested. WXXI News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester Red Wings will start playing at Innovative Field on April 1 and bring back Bruce the Bat Dog on April 5 to fetch bats at seven home games this season. For every bat he catches, $100 will be donated to Honor Flight of Rochester and the Veterans Outreach Center—continuing the legacy of bat dog Milo. News 10
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2nd Annual Regional Harvest Festival - Book Fair
The event features a two-day book fair with local vendors, authors, and a variety of activities including a flower bar and a cozy reading nook at ARTISANworks.
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Songwriters in the Round Featuring Tyler Westcott, Adrianna Noone, Candy Montgomery, and Brian Thomas
This event showcases a lineup of diverse singer-songwriters performing original music and classic roots influences at the Abilene Bar & Lounge.
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Craft Night Screening of Twilight: New Moon
A craft night event at The Little Theatre featuring a screening of 'Twilight: New Moon,' where attendees can craft while watching the movie.
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Rochester Wine Festival at The Dome Arena
The Rochester Wine Festival features unlimited samples of wines, spirits, and foods from over 40 vendors, along with various activities and entertainment.
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Live Performance by Tony DeSare
Tony DeSare will perform live at Rose Marie and John Beston Hall in Pittsford.
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Dirty Dancing In Concert - Live Film Experience
Experience the classic film 'Dirty Dancing' like never before with a live band and singers performing the film's iconic soundtrack on a full-size cinema screen.
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Knitting & Crochet Help Session with Sharilyn Ross
12-2 p.m. — Lift Bridge Yarns — Contact to confirm pricing — Get personalized assistance for your knitting or crochet projects in a welcoming group setting.
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Until I Wake Concert
Until I Wake will perform live at Montage Music Hall in Rochester.
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Monthly Jigsaw Puzzle Swap Event
This event at The Bird House invites puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles with one another.
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On-Site Tour at Wolk Manor Memory Care
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Lodge at Wolk Manor Memory Care | Free entry | Explore community features and experience award-winning senior living amenities firsthand.
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