Good morning, Rochester.

Loved ones and first responders gathered Tuesday to honor EMT Dennis Mietz, a longtime leader of Brighton Volunteer Ambulance who saved 120 lives and delivered eight babies over 38 years of service (he logged 30,000 hours).

The family requested donations instead of flowers.

On Wednesday, Ontario Beach Park hosts Concerts by the Shore at 7 p.m., Hemlock Fair in Livingston offers free military entry on Military Appreciation Day, and local professionals attend a Pillars of Hope session at Rochester City Hall while Henrietta holds a data center hearing at 6 p.m.

Moonshadow Kitchen owner Robert Auchman previewed Veg Fest + sharing details during an ARC Rochester interview.

The festival will run from 10 to 5 Sunday, Aug. 23 at Parcel 5.

A fire gutted Bauman's Farm Market building in Penfield on July 22, shortly before 3 a.m. on Five Mile Line Road, causing temporary road closures + the owners confirmed everyone is safe and they plan to provide updates soon.

An overnight fire destroyed the Bauman's Farm Market building on Five Mile Line Road in Penfield—an iconic local landmark—leaving the family to assess the next steps while confirming everyone is safe.

South Korean tech firm MegazoneCloud chose the Willowbrook Office Park in Perinton for its U.S. headquarters; it will create up to 122 jobs over five years and receive up to $1.22 million in state tax credits from Empire State Development with support from Monroe County and Greater Rochester Enterprise.

Ciao Ragazzi! Festa D'Italia celebrated Italian heritage yesterday in Rochester with a 16-foot screening of the 2026 World Cup Final, interactive pin marking, bocce, and Italian dishes from local vendors.

Guests enjoyed authentic cuisine and festive activities that showcased the city’s vibrant culture.

Local women are hosting the I’m Still Standing event to celebrate each other’s triumphs.

The event will be held on Thursday, Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. at MLK Park — the venue has been updated from its original plan at The Village Gate.

Angela Ingersoll is performing Judy Garland songs in Get Happy at Geva Theatre today through Sunday, Aug.

2 — she promoted the show on Wednesday.

The Dresser, a critically acclaimed play by Ensemble Theatre Company of New York, will run at MuCCC from Friday, July 24 to Saturday, August 1.

Director Kevin G. Shennick (with actor James R. Franklin) offered details at ARC Rochester on Wednesday.

Tuesday, July 22, the Red Wings rallied with six runs in the ninth to defeat the Bisons 7-3 at Sahlen Field — key hits from Ortiz and strong relief performances turned the tide after a quiet first six innings.

Local readers can vote now for the best all-time Section V football state champion in a poll featuring 12 teams; the vote highlights memorable state title wins from programs such as Aquinas (with eight championships) and Monroe (the first local state champion) and celebrates our region’s rich football legacy.

Second-round rookie T.J.

Parker will join veteran edge rushers at training camp at St. John Fisher University and is expected to gradually ease into the Bills’ new defensive scheme before the season starts. Parker impressed coaches with his strong work ethic at Clemson and is ready to learn.

The 7th Annual Black Culture Festival

July 26–27 — Parcel 5 — Free entry — Celebrate Black culture with music, food, vendors, and entertainment reminiscent of HBCU homecoming vibes.

Start Making Sense Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Ticket details available online — Enjoy an evening of lively music in a vibrant setting.

The Emo Night Tour - Rochester

8-11 p.m. — Water Street Music Hall — $20 - $27 — Experience a night filled with the best hits from iconic emo bands like Taking Back Sunday and My Chemical Romance.

Tryst @ Roc Beer Park

Time TBA — Rochester Beer & Park — Cost Info Not Provided — The Tryst boys deliver a mix of your favorite rock, classic, country, and pop tunes this summer.