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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Animal Services is hosting a $15 dog adoption event this weekend on Saturday June 28 and Sunday June 29, offering spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchipping plus more to help pets find furever homes. Starting Monday, July 7, RAS Animal Control Officers will extend their hours to 9 a.m. + 7 p.m., while adoption hours remain from 12 noon + 4 p.m. City of Rochester
- ➤ Six local kids won the Rochester Public Library’s Teen Sticker Contest after submitting designs that celebrate local libraries. Their winning stickers are now available at city libraries — winners include Matilda Jane Gross, Dre’Quan King, Odie J. Kribs, Faith J. Kribs, Nashiely Castro and Casha Satolic. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 22, Rochester police said 35-year-old Edison Estremera-Cohen fatally shot David Vazquez at about 6 a.m. and later fired his gun at an officer during a foot chase, with officers returning fire and striking him three times—he is now in the hospital and faces charges for attempted murder of an officer, second-degree murder, and first-degree robbery. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Dylan Ghaemi, a Fairport hiker, was brutally attacked on June 23 on Indian Hill Trail in Perinton—police say a Wayne County man is charged with second-degree attempted murder and assault while they investigate a possible hate crime motive. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 22nd annual Rochester International Jazz Festival is underway at Parcel 5 as its free headliner series began on June 25 with jazz musician Jesus Molina and will feature Los Lonely Boys performing today, Lettuce on June 27, and Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue on June 28 — all headliners set to take the stage at 9 p.m. News 10
- ➤ The 2025 Rochester International Jazz Festival reached its halfway point on Day 5 with the Laura Dubin Trio performing at the Inn on Broadway and the Music Educators Big Band energizing the Jazz Street Stage — more acts will showcase local jazz talent in the coming days. Rochester Beacon
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester Police Department launched its new online data tool RPD Commons on June 25th to give residents access to local crime statistics and police use of force data. Local nonprofit Measures for Justice developed the portal to help improve accountability and transparency. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Latin Night Celebration
5:30-10 p.m. — Rochester Public Market — $17 for VIP access — Experience an evening of vibrant Latin music and culture at the public market with exclusive perks.
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