Rochester
Morning News
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members and firefighters celebrated the West Henrietta Fire Department's 100th anniversary on Saturday, April 11 + the department hosted a banquet and will hold a fundraiser craft show on May 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its fire station. ABC 13
- ➤ More than 100 residents joined a walk for peace at Buckland Park in Brighton on Saturday morning, carrying signs calling for hope and respect. Organizer JoAnie Bringley said local police escorted the gathering. News 10
- ➤ American Red Cross volunteers visited local residences to install free smoke detectors as part of its Home Fire Campaign and fit bed shakers for people who are deaf (a safety measure that has saved over 50 lives in Western New York). News 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Artemis II mission officially ended Friday at 8:07 p.m. EDT after nearly 10 days, reaching a record distance from Earth while local companies contributed mission-critical parts and polished the capsule windows in Chili — two astronauts also wore aviation sunglasses made by a Rochester firm. News 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eat Local New York hosted its second annual restaurant week on Saturday, April 11 and it will continue until Sunday, April 26 as over 150 restaurants offer special discounted items at a launch party held at the Public Market. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ RIT and area universities showcased civil engineering talent during a student symposium hosted by the American Society of Civil Engineers this week. The event culminated in a concrete canoe race at Irondequoit Bay on Saturday — a challenge that engaged students in hands-on competition. ABC 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The falcon cam program atop the Times Square Building shows three peregrine falcon eggs guarded by Nova and her new partner, Corazon — a sign of nature thriving in urban Rochester. Genesee Valley Audubon Society runs the project so residents can follow the birds’ nesting season. News 10
- ➤ Residents safely disposed of unused paint at the Town of Greece’s free recycling event on Saturday, April 11 at the Greece Town Campus on Vince Tofany Way. The Town partnered with Green Sheen to offer an environmentally responsible solution as volunteers collected paint from vehicles. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sal Maiorana and Adam Benigni shifted their focus from the Bills to assess the playoff hopes of the Sabres while talking with WGR's Paul Hamilton, who questioned if the team could contend for the Stanley Cup. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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Estate Planning Basics with Nathan VanBrunt
3-4 p.m. — Penfield Public Library — Free entry — Gain essential knowledge on wills, trusts, and common estate planning errors in this informative session.
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