Rochester
Morning News
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brighton is hosting a field day on Sunday, May 3 that lets residents test their strength under fire chief Steven MacAdam and volunteer firefighters Alannah Scardino and Lauren Cybul — an event planned with ARC Rochester. FOX Rochester
- ➤ Rochester’s Wilmot Cancer Institute kicked off registration on Monday for the Wilmot Warrior Weekend, a walk, run & bike race paired with a bonus spin class and celebration party planned for Sept. 19 and 20 in Webster. All funds raised will support cancer research. News 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in New York rose to $4.07 per gallon, with Rochester averaging $4.04, according to AAA. Crude oil costs remain high (between $108 and $109 per barrel) and increased Easter travel is expected to drive demand. Democrat & Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County seeks volunteers for a master gardener program teaching sustainable horticulture. The group will host virtual info on April 27 at 7:00–8:00 p.m. and an in-person session at the Henrietta Public Library — 625 Calkins Rd on May 1; applications close May 15. WXXI News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rains raised the Genesee River, and Mount Morris Dam held the water for 48 hours to prevent flooding while it released some water last night and opened another gate today near Mount Morris. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ A landslide on Carlsam Drive in Irondequoit has grown since Saturday and is causing homeowners to lose yard space and worry about a nearby telephone pole and leaning trees + the Monroe County Soil and Water District will visit the site this week. News 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders support a bill (S.2057A/A.2054A) that will ban toxic chemicals from personal care products to help lower cancer risks, and the measure must pass both houses before the session ends in June. It is a step toward protecting our community’s health. Rochester Beacon
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than 3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS, and other stores are recalled after K.C. Pharmaceuticals said the products may not be sterile. Rochester residents can return recalled Dry Eye Relief and Artificial Tears Sterile Lubricant Eye Drops to the purchase location for a full refund. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Registration is now open for The Big Shooter Open charity golf tournament at Oak Hill Country Club — the event is scheduled for June 15 and will benefit Shoot Big Project. ABC 13
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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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