Rochester
Morning News
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Villa of Hope hosts Portraits of Hope on April 10 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center — a reimagined celebration featuring a relaxed coffee talk conversation with Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis and a silent auction of signed memorabilia. Rochester Beacon
- ➤ Baby reindeer Odin was born at Shortsville Reindeer Farm on March 31 and is growing well with his mother; visitors can view Odin during a free event on April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon (registration required). Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ 13WHAM employees helped sort donated clothing, books, and toys at Ronald McDonald House of Rochester on Wednesday, April 8, supporting families with hospitalized children. JoAnne Ryan (the home's president) said the event reinforced the need for volunteer support. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Erie Canal remains a historic and recreational destination running through Rochester’s canalside villages. Visitors today can enjoy kayaking, canoeing or houseboat tours with operations available mid-May to mid-Oct. Democrat & Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nazareth and Syracuse Universities have launched a direct-admission program for engineering graduate studies that lets Nazareth undergraduates in select science and math fields transfer directly into Syracuse’s master’s programs. The pathway includes a six‑week summer bridge course (a preparatory step) to ready students for advanced study. News 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Andrew Gounardes is pushing to reinstate the sales tax on bullion to recoup an estimated $600 million lost from a 37-year tax exemption + gold dealers warn that charging up to 8.875% could drive business overseas as Albany continues state budget negotiations. WXXI News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Healthy Baby Network will host a Black Maternal Health Walk-A-Thon from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday at The Mall At Greece Ridge to raise awareness during Black Maternal Health week, which runs April 11 — 17. WXXI News
- ➤ Lundberg Family Farms is voluntarily recalling 2-pound bags of Organic Jasmine White Rice — sold at Wegmans, Walmart, Target and Whole Foods — for possible foreign material contamination. Wegmans has pulled the product from shelves and customers should return it for a refund. Democrat & Chronicle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Connected Communities is hosting a Spring Housing Expo (at 616 North Goodman Street) that will let locals explore housing options. The event starts at noon on Saturday, Apr. 11. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 'Stopping the Violence' Boxing Extravaganza will bring boxing back to downtown Rochester on April 25 from 4pm to midnight at Blue Cross Arena. The event honors the city's boxing history and promotes a community message as shared by ARC Rochester. ABC 13
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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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The Music of Tina Turner
7-10 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Cost Info not provided — Experience legendary hits from the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll by superstar singers.
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