Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of June.
Good morning, Rochester.
At 96 years old, Otto Muller-Girard—founding member of Habitat for Humanity—continues to design kitchens for local homes.
He has designed 122 kitchens since 2007 and completed his most recent project last year at age 95.
Westside Farmers Market runs every Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. from June to October at St. Monica Church’s parking lot on Genesee St in the 19th Ward—this volunteer-run market offers fresh produce and community events like live music, bike tune-ups, and kid activities.
Founded in 2008 by Jackie Farrell, it doubles SNAP dollars through FreshConnect checks and meets a local need for affordable groceries.
Rochester police have been searching the Genesee River with scuba teams, drones + foot patrols to recover 5-year-old Zy’Jae St. Pierre who fell 50 feet from the Andrews Street Bridge on June 1, and they have dismissed social media rumors that he has been recovered.
Two of four people riding a golf cart were injured on Saturday evening when the driver swerved to avoid a deer, causing the cart to tip on Bay Street in Sodus + two people were hospitalized while the other two declined treatment + the vehicle was towed as the investigation continues.
Mercury Coffee Company will open a new brick-and-mortar cafe at 681 South Avenue in Rochester's South Wedge on June 14 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.—a project by local owners Kyle and Isabelle O’Gara who previously ran a mobile espresso cart and now plan to serve espresso, drip coffee and specialty pastries from women-owned businesses.
A judge sentenced Quintel Crockton to 23 years in prison and five years parole after he was convicted of manslaughter for beating Terran Felder inside and outside Quick Food Market on Jay Street in August 2023—Felder died while trying to escape, and Crockton apologized to his family.
Rochester police identified Israel Vega, 65, who was found dead in his apartment at 73 Costar St. Sunday afternoon in northwest Rochester—authorities said his death was a homicide.
Georgia Johnson, a Rochester resident at Hudson Ridge Tower, said her Social Security check was sent to the wrong place after nonprofit Family Service of Rochester ended its housing support program—she and her daughter are now working with Social Security to recover her funds.
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.
Conesus Lake Bike Loop
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Vitale Park — Free entry — Explore the scenic Finger Lakes while biking with fellow enthusiasts.
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