Good morning, Rochester.

Nearly three weeks after heavy flooding on June 18 left Avon with collapsed bridges, flooded basements and sewer backups, residents say the damage still persists.

At a joint town and village meeting Monday, officials discussed plans for up to $3 million in road repairs and a petition for a state storm study—residents remain frustrated by ongoing issues.

A 29-year-old woman helping a driver who struck a deer was hit by a car on Plank Road in Penfield at 9:45 p.m. Saturday—she was taken to a hospital with serious injuries and is in stable condition while deputies ruled out intoxication.

An upstate sheriff urged boaters to follow safety rules after a man in his early 20s died Monday trying to rescue his girlfriend without a life vest on Great Sacandaga Lake and a person aged 21 drowned during a July 4 boating trip on Lake George—authorities recommend limiting alcohol, reducing speed, yielding to other vessels, and completing a Safe Boating Certificate course this summer.

A probable tornado hit Phelps on Monday, July 7 and tore roofs off homes, including a historic house from the 1800s—chunks of metal roofing and trees were scattered across nearby fields.

Crews are working to restore power while one home was shifted off its foundation—no injuries were reported.

Black Button Distilling, Rochester’s first post-Prohibition craft distillery, closed its tasting room on July 12 at its University Ave location after founder Jason Barrett cited challenging economic times—he had invited the public one last time to share a cocktail and a story before ending production.

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office finished an investigation into former Walworth Town Supervisor Susie C.

Jacobs, who allegedly misappropriated over $12,000 by authorizing payments without approval and pleaded guilty in court — she must repay the funds to the town.

A 28 year old former bank employee in Rochester, Damani Brown, was charged with aggravated identity theft and other fraud crimes for allegedly stealing about $477K from 12 customer accounts between July and August 2024 after the FBI linked his actions by searching Google accounts associated with the theft.

RTS will launch a new shuttle service connecting the Hylan Drive hub near The Marketplace Mall and the VA clinic on Calkins Road starting next Monday — the bus will operate weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and costs $1 per ride, with free rides for veterans using passes.

Drivers on State Route 390 in Greece will face delays for most of July as the road is reduced to one lane in each direction between West Ridge Road and the Lake Ontario State Parkway for paving work expected to finish by month’s end.

Northbound traffic is delayed daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. while southbound travel is affected from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Wednesday—DOT advises using alternate routes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.