Rochester
Morning News
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ People’s Choice Kitchen in Rochester hosted a bike giveaway event on Easter Sunday at the corner of Thurston Road & Brooks Avenue, giving over 600 bikes to kids with donations from community members and local businesses. Monroe County Traffic and Safety ensured helmet distribution during the event. News 10
- ➤ Lollypop Farm of the Humane Society of Greater Rochester received a $344,000 federal grant today to hire two humane law enforcement investigators and new equipment to boost its capacity to investigate animal cruelty calls across the four-county area—enhancing animal welfare. The grant will help staff respond to growing needs. WXXI News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Rochester can shop Kudos baby wipes (EWG verified and plastic-free) that are gentle on sensitive skin, available online and at Target. The wipes come in one-, two-, and four-month supply options with a 10% discount when bundled with diapers. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Special Touch Bakery (a not-for-profit known for its pies) today acquired Lanovara Specialty Foods, a 100-year-old bakery remembered for its cannoli, at the Genesee Valley Regional Market in Henrietta. The acquisition will boost job opportunities and expand training programs while Bert Salisbury stays on as a consultant. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ New York State Police are asking for help finding Maryann McLean, a 79-year-old woman who may need medical attention & was last seen driving a 2016 white Nissan Sentra on Route 104 eastbound near County Line Road in Webster after 9:30 p.m. on Sunday. News 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Women’s Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park are hosting Suffrage & Science Week, featuring guest speakers, pop-up ranger programs, and family crafts. The free event runs April 17 - 22 at Women’s Rights NHP. ABC 13
- ➤ Finger Lakes Community College presents Funny Enough: A Night of Studio Comedy on its main campus. The play, based on classic TV shows, runs April 9 at 7:30 p.m. and April 11 at 2 p.m. (Tickets cost ten dollars, five for students and seniors, or free with a FLCC ID.) Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Cancer Screening RV will be at Norton Village Park on Monday, Apr. 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering free full-body skin cancer screenings + sun protection samples as local dermatologists educate Rochester residents. News 10
- ➤ WeightWatchers Med+ now offers the first FDA‑approved oral GLP‑1 pill for weight loss in Rochester, available at $149 per month for a 30‑day supply if prescribed before Wednesday, Apr. 15 — the pill supports weight management without injections or refrigeration. Democrat & Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ New York State Craft Beer Day will be celebrated on Saturday, Apr. 11 as local breweries support the event with special releases and $1 collector’s glasses. Breweries in Victor, Canandaigua and beyond are among the first to join the statewide celebration. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Rochester Public Market will host food truck rodeos beginning Wednesday, April 29 from 5 to 9 p.m. at 280 N. Union St. as local food trucks, live music, and beer bring a summer festival vibe each month until September — a treat for locals. Democrat & Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Faber Builders Girls Athlete of the Winter contest invites local voters to select from 15 high school athletes celebrated for their winter achievements (vote by 8 p.m. Saturday, April 11, with the winner set to be announced on Monday, April 13 on DandCSports Instagram). Democrat & Chronicle
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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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A Beautiful Noise Tour
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of A Beautiful Noise live in Rochester.
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Rochester NY Coffee & Chocolate Festival
10 AM – 6 PM — Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center — Cost TBD — Sample a variety of coffee roasts and indulge in chocolate-inspired sweets from local vendors.
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Rochester Regional Health Flower City Challenge
11:00 AM — 285 E Main St, Rochester, NY — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a community-focused half marathon, 5K, and kids races with various volunteer opportunities.
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Family Chess Club
3-4 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy a friendly atmosphere for chess enthusiasts of all levels to play and strategize.
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