Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Rochester.
Authorities confirmed that on June 21 a 27-foot powerboat capsized on Lake Tahoe and eight people died, including three from the Rochester region—Theresa Giullari aged 66, James Guck aged 69, and Stephen Lindsay aged 63—with two survivors rescued.
Crews battled two house fires on the city’s northeast side on Tuesday morning near Joseph Avenue—one fire on Avenue D displaced three adults and three children, and the Red Cross provided aid amid extreme heat and humidity.
Three people were hospitalized after two overnight stabbing attacks in Rochester, with police responding to a 35-year-old woman on Wilson Street near Hudson Avenue at 10:40 p.m. Tuesday — and later to a 67-year-old man and a 50-year-old woman on Jefferson Avenue near Shelter Street with non-lethal injuries.
Three mayoral candidates including Malik Evans, Mary Lupien, and Shashi Sinha have announced bids for Rochester’s next mayor during an ARC Rochester event.
Mary Lupien joined the discussion on Zoom—explaining her vision and plans such as a guaranteed basic income.
On June 17, the Breast Cancer Coalition awarded $100,000 in seed grants to three regional scientists, including Ajay Dhakal and doctoral candidates Fatemeh Alimohammadi and Zachary Robert Smith, to support research into breast cancer causes and treatment in Rochester.
The initiative—now in its third decade—has funded over $1 million in grants and is laying the groundwork for new clinical trials aimed at fighting aggressive breast cancer subtypes.
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.
Fleet Feet Firecracker 4 Mile Race
8 a.m. — Perinton Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with a lively 4-mile run, a beloved local tradition since 1976.
EMO NIGHT Silent Disco
8 PM - 12 AM — Montage Music Hall — $10 - $20 — Rock out to your favorite emo hits at a unique Silent Disco experience.
Brick Wall Summer Goalie Camp 2025
9:00 AM – 1:31 PM — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $285 — Hone your goaltending skills this summer with specialized training for young athletes.
The Seven Wonders - Fleetwood Mac Tribute
5-6:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Free entry — Experience a spirited tribute to Fleetwood Mac's timeless hits with electrifying performances.
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