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Monday, July 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Healthy Baby Network will host its 4th annual Community Baby Shower on Sunday at the Edgerton Recreation Center on Backus Street in Rochester, where dozens of women and mothers will gather from noon to 3 p.m.—enjoying food, cake, gifts, and local resource information. Rochester First
- ➤ The Rochester Public Market and Great New York State Flea Market Mashups will return on Sunday, July 20 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. with vendors offering bargain finds and fun for families. Future events are set through October—vendors can rent a 10 x 30 stall for $35 per day with discounts for six-day packages—and will run rain or shine. Rochester First
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 29-year-old woman was critically injured when a 23-year-old male driver struck her while she walked near Plank Road between Jackson Road and Shoecraft Road in Penfield Saturday—she was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries as the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigated the accident. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ An 11-year-old was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital for burn injuries and two other children, ages 8 and 14, were hospitalized for smoke inhalation after a house fire on Rolfe Street in Palmyra on Sunday evening + fire departments from Palmyra, Village of Palmyra, and Macedon and New York State Police responded while investigators examine the cause. ABC 13
- ➤ A woman was critically injured after being hit by a car on Saturday at 10:30 p.m. on Plank Road near Jackson Road in Penfield—officials said the driver is not facing charges. News 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Rochester men were charged with assault after a domestic fight on Austin Street near Lyell Avenue on July 6 — one man suffered a laceration and the other received bruising and scrapes, with both transported to Strong Memorial Hospital where their injuries were not life-threatening. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Hochul announced that nearly 3 million eligible homeowners will receive STAR tax relief with benefits ranging from about $350 to $600 and up to $1,500 for seniors & those using direct deposit will see their checks starting next week while others notice the savings on their tax bills between the end of June and mid-July in Rochester and other areas. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The city of Rochester is accepting bids to build the final phase of Roc City Skatepark—this phase will add 13,000 square feet of skateable space and street-oriented features under the Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Bridge with groundbreaking planned this fall and skating set to open in fall 2026. WXXI News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Mystery at the Speakeasy
6 PM – 12 AM — William Phelps General Store — $50 — Experience a 1920's speakeasy night of mystery, mocktails, and live entertainment.
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Rochester Anime-Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Rochester — Check event page for admission prices — A vibrant gathering for anime collectors in the beautiful city of Rochester, NY.
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Handmade Greeting Card Class: Christmas in July
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $20 — Create personalized Christmas cards and enjoy a hands-on crafting experience.
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Rochester Speed Dating for Singles Aged 31-44
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Hideaway — Ticket required — Meet local singles through fun and efficient speed dating rounds.
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Shoreline Half Marathon & 5K
7:00 a.m. — Hamlin Beach State Park — Registration required — Race along the beautiful shoreline with options for both half marathon and 5K.
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Jungle Jog 2025
8:00-10:30 a.m. — Seneca Park Zoo — Registration required — Join a fun 5K run or walk through the scenic Seneca Park in Rochester.
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The Swell Season Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch the soulful sounds of The Swell Season in a vibrant setting.
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Melvin Seals and JGB Concert
5-6:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Free entry — Experience an evening of high-spirited jam band music featuring Melvin Seals and Dogs in a Pile.
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