Rochester
Morning News
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lynette Adams interviews local Rochester voices this week + including charter school founders, a Highland Hospital dietician explaining weight loss drugs, attorney Julie Cook discussing her new book and a devoted bagpiper, offering fresh insight into education, health and local arts. News 10
- ➤ The McQuaid Jesuit crew team volunteered for eight hours on Sunday at House of Mercy to rebuild the clothing closet for the Row for Hope campaign. The campaign will culminate in June with a row along the Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany, reviving a tradition last held in 2021. News 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders rescued a Webster fisherman who fell through the ice on Sodus Bay Tuesday afternoon; Wolcott Fire Department’s Ryan Henry and colleagues used an airboat to bring the man to Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. ABC 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CAVA, a fast-casual chain, is set to open its first location outside NYC in Victor at 400-441 Commerce Drive in Victor Crossing plaza, replacing Pi Craft Pizza. The Victor Planning Board approved the updates, and the project awaits Victor Zoning Board sign approval. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Young dancers at Dunleavy Irish Dance studios in downtown Rochester practiced intensive routines for the Tops Saint Patrick's Day Parade, which took place Saturday, Mar. 14. The rehearsals, described as an Olympic-level practice, helped the performers refine each step for the beloved annual event. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brittany Rumph leads Innova Girls Academy, an all-girls charter school that opened in 2023 and enrolls 215 students for grades K-4, and the school will add its first fifth grade class next year—she built the school to serve inner-city families with a commitment to STEAM learning. WXXI News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Strong winds on Mar. 15 triggered power outages across parts of the state, and Rochester residents can check updated maps from RG&E, NYSEG (and National Grid) to monitor the situation and follow safety advice during interruptions. Democrat & Chronicle
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Family Chess Club
3-4 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — Play games and share strategies with fellow chess enthusiasts of all skill levels.
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80’s vs 90’s House Party
9-11 p.m. — Skylark Lounge — Ticketed event — Dance the night away with the best beats from the 80s and 90s at this lively house party.
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Rockin' For Wishes Concert
12-6 p.m. — Whiskey's Upper Deck — Support Make-A-Wish — Enjoy a day of music, raffles, and family fun featuring tribute bands for your favorite artists.
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Kimberly Akimbo Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets start at $63.80 — Enjoy the whimsical tale of family and adolescence in this acclaimed production.
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Rochester Speed Dating for Ages 41-54
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Hideaway — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun and safe environment with a modern approach to dating.
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Kimberly Akimbo: A Theatrical Experience
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets start at $98 — Enjoy an unforgettable performance of Kimberly Akimbo in Rochester.
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Spring Fling KidsFest
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Tim Hortons Iceplex — $15 for unlimited ice skating — A giant indoor playground filled with bounce houses, games, and non-stop entertainment awaits your family.
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Easter Buffet Celebration
12-5 p.m. — Fedele's Brook House — $65 — Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring carved meats and homemade desserts with the family this Easter.
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Bat Out Of Hell The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Experience the rock opera journey inspired by Jim Steinman's iconic music.
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Outside Voices at the ADK-GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — RMSC (Rochester Museum & Science Center) — Free entry — Discover tips on hiking and canoeing from expert enthusiasts at this engaging community event.
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