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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Free the People ROC celebrated its 5-year anniversary at MLK Lodge in MLK Park today — the group, which began after Daniel Prude’s death, now focuses on mutual aid by helping people avoid evictions and find safe housing. Organizers urge the community to support its evolving advocacy efforts. News 10
- ➤ A fundraiser was held Saturday afternoon at First Responders Park in Rochester to support the Joe Manuse Residential Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Foundation, which honors fallen Gates Firefighter Joseph Manuse who died in September 2019. Established in October 2019, the foundation raises funds and offers discounts on alarms to ensure Monroe and Ontario County fire departments have access to life-saving devices — a lasting tribute to Manuse’s dedication. Rochester First
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Greece are searching for 66-year-old Mary Krieger — last seen leaving her residence yesterday driving a 2019 gray Nissan Sentra with New York license plate BYB9387 — after she was reported missing. ABC 13
- ➤ Yesterday, a search party gathered at Turning Point Park to look for 50-year-old Jared Oswald of Charlotte—who went missing on May 19 and was last seen leaving a home on Harding Road as police said he was in danger. Rochester First
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 31, local groups 50501 Rochester and Jefferies Investment Bank held a protest at Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport to demand that Avelo Airlines end its collaboration with ICE—organizers urged Monroe County leaders to condemn the airline and reconsider funding support. This protest was one of several held across the country to push local officials to enforce Sanctuary City Policy. Rochester First
- ➤ Last Friday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Webster honored police officer Jamieson Ritter—a Webster native killed in the line of duty last July while serving in Cleveland—and Lakefront Lodge in Webster Park was renamed Jamieson Ritter Memorial Lodge to honor his service. News 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ URMC held its Stroll for Strong Kids on Saturday morning at Genesee Valley Park in Rochester where dozens of supporters, families, and teams ran a 5k race and enjoyed activities before the walk began at 10:30 a.m. The fundraiser's proceeds will support Golisano Children’s Hospital programs for children receiving care. Rochester First
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Frank Scott, NASCAR's first African American pit crew chief, visited Rochester today at the Our Place Is Your Place Event Center during a fundraiser to share his and his father Wendell Scott's challenges with discrimination in racing. He encouraged local kids to follow their dreams despite obstacles encountered on the road to success. News 10
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American Aquarium Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Anthology — Tickets available — Experience the high-energy return of American Aquarium with their powerful country-rock and incisive lyrics.
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The Fast & The Furriest® 2025
12:00 PM – 3:59 AM — Verona Street Animal Society — Registration fees apply — A celebration of pets with races, a festival, and a chance to support animals in need.
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Junkyardfieldtrip Live Performance
7 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the eclectic sounds of one of the region's most in-demand bands in an intimate venue.
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Clothing Swap at Abundance Co-op
12-2 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $10 — Swap gently used clothing in a fun community event.
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Back To The Future - The Musical
7:30-9:00 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dazzling Broadway musical adaptation of the beloved 80's film classic.
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Back To The Future - The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Experience a musical adaptation of the beloved 80's film following Marty McFly's time-traveling adventures.
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Harborfest 5K & 10K
7:45-11 a.m. — Ontario Beach Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate summer with a lakeside run at the Harborfest Festival.
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On-Site Tour at The Village at Unity
9 AM - 7 PM — The Village at Unity & The Hamlet — Free entry — Explore a nurturing senior living community known for exceptional care and dining.
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Abacab - The Music Of Genesis
9 PM – 2 AM — Bands @ Barnard — Cost info not specified — Experience the tribute to Genesis and the solo works of Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel.
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Beer Hall Sessions at Rohrbach Brewing Company
6-9 p.m. — Rohrbach Railroad Street Beer Hall — Seasonal menu available — Enjoy live music with John Akers and craft brews every Thursday evening.
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