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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester’s Beechwood neighborhood celebrated 53 new homes with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 6 as part of a $27 million investment in community revitalization. The homes offer modern amenities—free Wi-Fi and electric vehicle charging stations—that will support improved housing for local residents. ABC 13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver suffered serious injuries after crashing into a parked car on Culver Road near Conklin Avenue Tuesday morning at about 1:15 a.m. and was taken to Rochester General Hospital — police cited the driver for unlicensed operation and not wearing a seat belt. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fairport man (Tony Rodriguez, 40) used Roblox to contact 11- and 13-year-old girls by sending lewd images and planning meetings on March 12, which led to police intervention and later detention on charges of enticement and possession of child pornography. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lilac Festival in Rochester will open at Highland Park on Friday at 10:30 a.m. and run for 10 days with live music, rides, and food—vendors are preparing special Kid Zone areas—and attendees 17 or younger must be with a parent due to a new bag ban. News 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Emmett Henry — a 7-year-old training at the R.E. Ginna Clean Energy Center — took part in the plant’s annual siren test on May 6th and showed his passion for nuclear science. He has toured the facility many times to learn about safety and reactor operations as he dreams of becoming a nuclear engineer and president. Rochester First
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rochester has appealed a court ruling that stripped nearly all powers from the Police Accountability Board—challenging limits on the board’s role in investigating officer misconduct. Mancuso Brightman filed the appeal on Friday and City Council will vote this month on extending their legal contract, which would raise legal spending to $75,000. WXXI News
- ➤ Last week, the city sued landlord Tal Levi for letting 13 properties fall into disrepair with 536 code violations, 388 of which remain unfixed. The lawsuit seeks fines of $500 per day for each unresolved violation — nearly $200,000 per day total — and stops him from selling any property until the issues are fixed. WXXI News
SPORTS NEWS
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Changes to the NYS Uniform & Energy Codes - 2025
1-5 p.m. — Five Star Bank — Registration required — Explore upcoming changes to New York State Uniform and Energy Codes with expert Laura Cooney.
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Rochester Lilac Festival
7-11 p.m. — Highland Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with live music, food vendors, and stunning lilac displays at North America's largest collection.
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Rochester New York vs BC United NY Football Match
6:30 PM — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling football match as local teams clash in an exciting showdown.
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From Posts to Profits: Meta Marketing Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Salena's Mexican Restaurant — Complimentary bubbly and appetizers — Transform social media posts into sales with expert Meta marketing strategies.
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Pre-Mite/6U Spring Player Development Clinic 2025
6:15-7:05 p.m. — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $135 — Enhance young players' hockey skills with focused development sessions on edge work and puck handling.
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RPO 24/25 Season Gala
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center — Cost info available on request — Celebrate the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra's new season with an evening of cocktails, dinner, and orchestral performances.
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Rochester New York Versus Niagara 1812
4 PM — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting soccer match as Rochester takes on Niagara 1812.
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Rochester New York II vs Flower City Union Match
7:45 p.m. — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting football match featuring local teams in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Rochester New York II vs Syracuse FC
7:45 p.m. — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling football match featuring local talent.
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stop.drop.rewind Live Performance
6:30-11 p.m. — Bug Jar — $10 — Experience the energetic sounds of a Midwest power trio blending pop punk, jazz, and progressive rock.
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