Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Rochester.
A 5-year-old boy fell into the Genesee River after climbing a railing on the Andrews Street Bridge while walking with his mother yesterday, and drone and scuba teams searched through the night while officials plan to resume the search this morning.
Fire crews are battling a blaze today at a house on Brooklyn Street in Rochester + they are working to contain the flames.
Monro Inc. announced it will close 145 U.S. stores after reporting a 4.9% drop in sales and a net loss of $5.2 million in the fiscal year ended March 29; this decision follows its June plan to sell its Rochester headquarters.
The company said it will focus on shuttering underperforming locations — aiming to improve customer experience and boost earnings ahead of fiscal 2026.
The historic Valley Cadillac, established in 1936, has a new owner as it joins the Bob Johnson Auto Group after 89 years of family management.
The dealership at 3100 S. Winton Road in Henrietta will begin a remodel soon—updating the showroom and service area with no disruption in sales and service, and the work is expected to finish by the end of 2025.
A Rochester man was arrested after he allegedly fired shots in the Beechwood neighborhood—police apprehended the 28-year-old on Grand Avenue following a ShotSpotter activation near Garson Avenue and Kingston Street just after 12:30 a.m., and no one was hit.
Rochester police are seeking a person of interest after a 27-year-old woman was severely wounded in a January shooting on Otis Street near School 54 and crashed her car, with surveillance video and a photo now posted to help track the suspect.
Today, the Rochester Beacon announced its Oasis Project internship program will nearly triple in size this summer as eight new writers, selected from nearly 20 applicants, will work until mid-August (reader donations helped make this expansion possible).
The program, launched a year ago to mentor young journalists, now runs a fundraising campaign that ends on June 20.
Rochester Mayor Malik Evans announced Monday that the city will join a lawsuit against the federal government to block measures that threaten sanctuary city funding—officials said this legal action follows federal steps after a disputed traffic stop and more details will be released soon. The city plans to file the suit in the coming days as it responds to federal actions.
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.
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.
Clothing Swap at Abundance Co-op
12-2 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $10 — Swap gently used clothing in a fun community event.
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.
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.
Harborfest 5K & 10K
7:45-11 a.m. — Ontario Beach Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate summer with a lakeside run at the Harborfest Festival.
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.
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.
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.
PPA Challenger Series - Saturday
8 p.m.-1:29 a.m. — Dinkers Pickleball Campus — Ticket availability not specified — Experience thrilling pickleball matches at this premier event in Rochester.
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