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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 21, a 28-foot boat carrying 10 people capsized on the western side of Lake Tahoe near D.L. Bliss State Park, causing eight deaths—including three locals—and injuring two survivors as new NTSB details reported the boat faced 8‑to‑10‑foot waves with hail while most were not wearing life jackets. Rochester First
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Leonel Yas Pena, 24, turned himself in to police after fatally striking 70-year-old Hank Brown near S. Union Street and Buena Place on June 14th—he now faces charges of vehicular manslaughter, leaving the scene, and driving while intoxicated. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rochester native Chuck Mangione, a celebrated jazz trumpeter and composer, died peacefully in his sleep at his home on July 22—his music touched many local and national fans and his legacy endures. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Rochester’s sixth annual Black Culture Festival will take place July 26 — 27 at Parcel 5 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will feature over 50 Black-owned businesses, food trucks, artists and community groups, while a theme of Dripping in Culture highlights African-American influence in fashion, creativity and entrepreneurship. Democrat & Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hochul will join Damar Hamlin at Bills Training Camp today to support cardiac arrest training in schools after 12-year-old Desha Walker collapsed in her gym and later passed away. The press conference backs Desha’s Law—requiring public schools to offer emergency heart response training and a plan for students and staff. Rochester First
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Desha’s Law at the Buffalo Bills training camp— the law requires every public school to have a written plan for cardiac emergencies with accessible AEDs and trained staff. The legislation honors Desha Sanders, a 12-year-old who died after collapsing during a basketball game, and it aims to speed up emergency response in schools. News 10
- ➤ Physician assistants will attend a conference at Nazareth University today to discuss how they can ease the shortage of healthcare providers in emergency departments, primary care clinics and rural settings. Conference speakers note that state lawmakers are considering a bill to let experienced PAs practice without a supervising physician — Rochester job postings show salaries ranging from $112,000 to $166,000. WXXI News
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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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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.
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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.
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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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2025 IEXC Race Series
5-6 p.m. — Cobb's Hill Park, Rochester, NY — Free for kids and Genesee Valley Harriers members, $10 for single races — Experience thrilling cross-country races and fun runs for kids throughout August.
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Renew Child and Family Ribbon Cutting
Join us for our official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the expansion of our Pittsford office, Renew Child and Family. We will have speeches from public figures, hors d'oeuvres, cake, and office tours.
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Jon B Live Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Water Street Music Hall — 21+ only — Experience a night of soulful R&B with Grammy-nominated artist Jon B.
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