Rochester
Morning News
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The New York Lottery announced a $10,057.50 top prize Take 5 ticket sold at the 7-Eleven at Merchants Main Plaza in North Winton Village Tuesday evening. Two similar winning tickets were sold in New Windsor and Elmhurst, and their winners have not been identified. ABC 13
- ➤ After the Diocese bankruptcy settlement was approved last September, URochester declined to house abuse records. St. John Fisher University is now weighing a request to host the documents — no final decision has been made and advocates say survivors need access. Rochester Beacon
- ➤ United Way launched its annual Scan Campaign on Wednesday to support over 1,100 nonprofits serving one in three local households. Donations are welcome at Wegmans stores through May 3 + online to help families facing rising costs and hardships. News 10
- ➤ The United Way’s Scan Campaign begins on Wednesday at Wegmans where shoppers can donate by rounding up change, JCC artistic director Ralph Meranto reveals the 50th anniversary CenterStage lineup at 10 a.m., and Taichi Bubble Tea hosts a grand opening at 100 Marketplace Drive in Henrietta at 3 p.m. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Humane investigators responded on Monday at a Lyndonville home on Murdock Road to assist the sheriff's office and removed 58 dogs, which are now in care at Lollypop Farm — officials expect to share more details soon. NewsRadio WHAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CMAC will host the Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration on Sept. 1 to honor 60 years of the Grateful Dead and Garcia’s music with live performances of his original songs (tickets go on sale at noon Mar. 27). Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Rochester Contemporary Arts Center invites local artists to submit work for its 19th annual 6x6 Exhibition, accepting in-person entries until April 4 (mail submissions are received until April 7) as explained by RoCo Executive Director Bleu Cease and artist Magnus Champlin. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Cariola Center is considering space in the former Marketplace Mall in Henrietta for an educational campus for children with disabilities; the center plans to co-locate with the University of Rochester Medical Center’s Golisano Institute. A tour on Tuesday, March 24 gave a first look at the proposal. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s has expanded its recall in NY by adding packaged vegetable fried rice due to possible glass contamination + nearly 10 million pounds of frozen products, with best-by dates from Feb. 28 to Nov. 19, are removed from shelves so shoppers can return items for a refund. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The community-owned Red Wings have announced dozens of giveaways — including fireworks nights, replica jersey and bobblehead promotions, and kids’ base-running events for the 2026 season. Promotions run from March 31 to September, offering fun baseball nights for families. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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2026 PBA New York Classic
1-3 p.m. — ABC Gates Bowl — Spectator passes available — Witness the top bowlers vie for championship glory in Rochester.
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Tempest Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Lovin' Cup — $25 — Experience the vibrant fusion of folk rock and world music from the renowned band Tempest.
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Annual Bird of Prey Days Festival
Various times — Braddock Bay Park — $5 suggested donation for adults, kids free — Experience an exciting weekend of raptor education and conservation activities for all ages.
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Georgia Swarm at Rochester Knighthawks
3-6 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night while enjoying a thrilling lacrosse match.
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Walter Trout Performance
7-9 p.m. — Fanatics Pub — Tickets required — Experience an evening of soulful blues with Walter Trout.
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