Good morning, Rochester.

The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Clifton Springs firefighter who intentionally set a dumpster fire at Foster Block Apartments where fire crews quickly contained the blaze & he was charged with fifth-degree arson and issued an appearance ticket for Manchester Town Court.

On Wednesday morning at 12:20 a.m. on Gregory Street near South Avenue in South Wedge, an SUV struck two parked cars and flipped when the driver was intoxicated— the 28 year old man was arrested and taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Rochester police are investigating a homicide after first responders found an unidentified victim with upper body injuries on the Spencer Street sidewalk just after 7 a.m. Wednesday—a residential road north of Lyell Avenue—and anyone with information is urged to call 911.

RBTL announced its 2025-26 season for Rochester featuring seven hit shows at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre — including Spamalot, Clue, Juliet, Beautiful Noise, Suffs the Musical, Kimberly Akimbo, and Wicked.

The musical Hamilton will also return outside the regular season schedule to give theater fans an extra treat.

New York state's burn ban went into effect Sunday and prohibits brush burning and open fires until May 14 to reduce wildfire risks—small cooking fires in backyard fire pits and campfires are allowed when using approved wood.

Rochester’s Wilmot Cancer Institute was named a National Cancer Institute—the 73rd in the nation—and now serves about 3 million people in a 27-county region.

The designation brings a $10M grant that will expand clinical trials and speed research in developmental therapeutics.

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.

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.

Live Performance by Tony DeSare

Tony DeSare will perform live at Rose Marie and John Beston Hall in Pittsford.

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.

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.

Until I Wake Concert

Until I Wake will perform live at Montage Music Hall in Rochester.

Monthly Jigsaw Puzzle Swap Event

This event at The Bird House invites puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles with one another.

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.

Senior Discussion Group: Topics Grab Bag

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Irondequoit Public Library | Free entry | Engage in lively conversations on a variety of thought-provoking topics with fellow seniors over coffee.

April Fools' Lloyd & Harrier Games

6-8 p.m. — Three Heads Brewing — Registration required — Engage in a whimsical scavenger hunt filled with challenges and ridiculous fun around Rochester.