Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Rochester.
Aur Society opened its only Northeast location at Eastview Mall on June 12 — the new 6,502-square-foot store features a large private fitting room for parties and personal shopping events.
A 25-year-old Rochester man (Markel Taylor) was arrested after a domestic dispute led him to hit a victim on Third Street and then crash into an oncoming police car, injuring an RPD officer who was treated and released from Rochester General Hospital.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 12-year-old girl from Penfield who was last seen leaving her home around 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday (she is about 5’4” and 180 lbs and her clothing is unknown) and anyone with information is asked to call 911.
The Monroe County Department of Public Health said an unvaccinated out-of-town child who tested positive for measles stayed one night at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel on Jefferson Road on June 6.
Commissioner Marilena Velez De Brown said officials began reaching out to anyone who might have been exposed and that no cases have been reported so far.
St. Joseph's Neighborhood Center launched its new Medical Outreach and Engagement Vehicle on Tuesday, June 17 to bring health care directly to Monroe County residents regardless of their income or insurance status.
The unit, funded by $2.7 million in ARPA money, will serve local spots—like libraries and barbershops—in partnership with community organizations.
Three local researchers received Breast Cancer Coalition grants on June 17 when Dr. Ajay Dhakal got $50,000 to study brain metastasis in triple negative breast cancer patients & doctoral candidates Fatemeh Alimohammadi and Zachary Robert Smith each earned $25,000 for studies on antioxidants and hormone therapy resistance. Their work aims to improve treatment and prevention strategies for patients with breast cancer.
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.
Becoming a Neighborhood Community
On the 15th anniversary of his book award-winning book, IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, author Peter Lovenheim will talk about his experiment to connect with his neighbors after a local murder/suicide. Sponsored by Historic Brighton. Sunday, June 29, 2 -3:45 pm at Brighton Memorial Library, 2300 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 30th – July 2nd — Tri-County Sports Complex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your ball handling and scoring with high-intensity drills at this youth basketball camp.
This Is Garth / Kid Kurry Band
9 PM – 2 AM — Bands @ Barnard — Cost info not provided — Experience a nostalgic and emotional performance of iconic Country music by JD Leonard and the Kid Kurry Band.
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