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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nominations for Rochester's Community Choice Awards are open until July 21 for more than 420 local firms in 140 categories such as pet grooming and auto body, and nominators entering 25 or more categories will be eligible for a $250 gift card contest — the top five nominees in each category will move to public voting starting Sept. 8 with winners celebrated at a gala on Dec. 10. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Local barber Andre Morrison held his fifth annual Cuts for Peace event outside his shop — offering free haircuts for kids, food, and balloon art — to give the community a safe space to discuss solutions to violence and build unity. Rochester First
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Ahmed Sulieman (26) of Henrietta was critically injured when an eastbound car struck a tractor-trailer on Route 104 in Wolcott after the trailer driver (a 47-year-old from Orlando) failed to yield while turning from Route 370; deputies are investigating the crash. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Rochester man, Christopher Long Jr., was convicted Tuesday of aggravated vehicular homicide, two counts of vehicular manslaughter, and DWI for a Nov. 22 crash on Interstate 490 that killed two Rochester women and injured a 19-year-old—sentencing is set for Aug. 26. ABC 13
- ➤ Christopher Long, Jr, 26, was convicted for aggravated vehicular homicide — two counts of manslaughter and driving while intoxicated charges — after a November 22 crash that killed 18-year-old Skylar Swift and 23-year-old Aleci Lopez near the Culver Road Exit on I-490; he will be sentenced on August 26. News 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Workforce Partnership Organization will launch a three-year pilot to provide van rides to qualified participants for job training and employment appointments in Rochester. Local colleges and workforce centers will track rider use and job placements while funding is pending from COMIDA + other sources. WXXI News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe County DA Sandra Doorley said it is time for a new DA as she prepares to step down after receiving a public censure—she berated an officer during a 2024 traffic stop. Her departure date is unclear and her office will arrange a transition before the election in 2027. WXXI News
- ➤ Rochester has partnered with Recovery Houses of Rochester to launch a pilot crisis stabilization program with $30,000 to help individuals in acute substance use and mental health crisis. The program will expand recovery housing from 34 to 58 beds and offer a 90-day support period with daily staff assistance so participants can transition to independent living. Rochester Beacon
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Elite Basketball Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gates Chili Central School District — Check event page for pricing — An inclusive camp aimed at building skills and confidence in young athletes.
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Legion Baseball Centennial Championship
9 a.m. — Rochester Institute of Technology — Admission details pending — Catch the excitement of New York's top amateur baseball teams competing in a historic tournament.
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Roc Artists Open Market
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Innovation Square — Free entry — Discover local artisans, delicious food, live music, and engaging activities every Sunday in Rochester.
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Training Camp
9:45 AM – 1:45 PM — St. John Fisher University — Check website for price — Experience NFL training with a clear bag policy for all attendees.
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Completely Unchained (Van Halen Tribute) featuring Alyssa Trahan
5-10 p.m. — Barnard Banquet Hall — Cost not specified — Rock out with Completely Unchained, the ultimate Van Halen tribute, and hometown star Alyssa Trahan for an unforgettable night of music.
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