Rochester
Morning News
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials will preview new designs next week as construction begins this fall at High Falls Terrace Park near Genesee Brew House. Residents can attend an open house on May 5 to learn about plans for the overlook, play area + trails. WXXI News
- ➤ SIS is hosting its 20th anniversary soirée to celebrate two decades of support for those with breast cancer. The event will run from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6 at The Carlson in Rochester. ABC 13
- ➤ Mary Cariola Center is set to relocate to Marketplace Mall, marking a change for its traditional community space - East Henrietta School campus principal Courtney Ligget offered the update. FOX Rochester
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Otto Tomotto's in Victor ends dining service on Sunday, May 10 (Mother's Day) and becomes a catering and event venue. The new location at Phoenix Mills Plaza seats 100 and requires a $100 takeout order or a group of at least 30 for in-house dining. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow, Chef Dede of DDEggs & More will lead a live soul food demo at Douglass Community Kitchen, teaching students how to prepare dishes like fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, and collard greens. The demonstration is part of CulinariZone, bridging traditional family recipes with creative twists. Campus Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 150 RCSD students participate in the Circle Champions program at the district's Restorative HUB on Costar Street Monday, Apr. 27 as they learn to lead community discussions and build a sense of belonging in their schools. ABC 13
- ➤ A group of 28 students from Jarvis Middle School in Mohawk honored their namesake, Gregory Jarvis (a payload specialist killed in the 1986 shuttle explosion), Monday by taking part in a simulated Mars mission at the Challenger Learning Center inside the Kodak Center on West Ridge Road. ABC 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wegmans and Tops recalled Woodstock Frozen Organic Shelled Edamame because metal may be present in the products, and customers were advised on April 22 to return affected items for refunds. The recall affects 3-pound bags at Wegmans and 10-ounce bags at both stores. Democrat & Chronicle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cook Properties is building prefabricated homes that will move to Marketplace Height — a project approved by Geneva city leaders to boost affordable housing. FOX Rochester
- ➤ Cook Properties is building prefabricated homes that will soon be moved to the Marketplace Height neighborhood as part of a Geneva-approved plan to boost affordable housing options in Rochester + the project is set to help meet local housing needs. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Faber Builders is hosting the vote for Section V's Boys Sports Athlete of the Week, covering performances from April 20–26. Votes are accepted until 8 p.m. Wednesday, and the winner will be announced on Instagram Thursday morning. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Sabres won two games in Boston and now return home today with a chance to close out their first-round playoff series, as analysts Sal Maiorana and Adam Benigni explained. Fans in the region await an exciting matchup at home. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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Pretty in Pink 80s Party featuring Belious Some
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Tickets available online — Experience 80s nostalgia with live music, iconic hits, and vibrant party vibes.
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Big Jay Oakerson Concert
9:00 PM — Comedy @ The Carlson — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Big Jay Oakerson.
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Step Off Competition Reunion
2-5 p.m. — East High School — Kids 2 and Under Free, Kids 3-12 $15 — Celebrate the reunion of step competition participants with performances and community spirit.
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Mother Goose by Rochester City Ballet
2-3 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Ticketed event — Experience classic fairytales come to life through Ravel’s whimsical music and ballet performance.
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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Broadway In Hollywood
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey from Broadway to Hollywood with your RPO featuring hits from iconic stage-to-screen sensations.
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Don McLean Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless music of a GRAMMY Award-winning legend known for 'American Pie'.
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