Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
Good morning, Rochester.
Rochester Pride Parade and Festival will begin Saturday at 11 a.m. on South Avenue near Science Parkway and march to Highland Park for a day of local food trucks, live music, and drag queen performances — the event will run rain or shine.
General admission costs $5 with free entry for children 12 and under, and free parking with shuttle service is offered at several local lots.
Bob Johnson Mazda in Rochester hosted its third Sit, Stay, Drive dog adoption event where eleven local rescue groups brought adoptable dogs of all ages and featured fun activities, food trucks and a silent disco (designed to ease the burden on rescues amid a local puppy crisis).
Organizers said they aimed to adopt more than 27 dogs compared to previous events.
A 75-year-old hiker from Pittsford fell into Clark Gully in Middlesex on Friday near 8 a.m. and was flown to Strong Memorial Hospital with possible head and neck injuries — rescuers from several agencies extricated her from a 90-foot drop.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding 16-year-old Jaylynn Alvord, who was last seen Thursday at 7:30 a.m. leaving her home in Hamlin wearing black shorts, black shoes and a red hoodie with flames — anyone with information should call 911.
Villager Construction Inc. will begin paving and milling on Park Avenue starting Monday, July 21 from Alexander Street to Oxford Street and on Alexander from Tracy Street to Park Avenue.
Parking will be banned and traffic delays will occur daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.—vehicles violating restrictions risk towing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rochester District Amateur Championship
All day — Cobblestone Creek Country Club — Entry fees apply — Compete in a rigorous 72-hole stroke play championship with a chance to make the cut.
Closing Reception: Whimsy Village Exhibition
6-9 p.m. — Muck Duck Studio — Art pieces ranging from $30 to $125 — Explore the playful inner child through Jessica Isaac's debut art exhibition.
Summer Camp 2025 at Lakeshore Hockey Academy
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $255 per player — Ice and off-ice training sessions for youth hockey players transitioning to the next season.
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