Sunday, July 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, healthcare workers and community organizations gathered at the Keating Federal Building on State Street in Rochester to stand for care over cuts to key programs—such as education, food aid, healthcare, immigrant protections, and disaster relief—amid national protests against a $4 trillion spending plan, led by the Families First Day of Action. Rochester First
- ➤ Eighty volunteers will join Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build 35 beds for vulnerable children and supply each with a full bedding set as part of a fifth annual collaboration with a local church (the work will take place in the parking lot of Memorial AME Zion Church at 549 Clarissa Street). ABC 13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man sustained a serious head injury when he was struck at the intersection of State Route 332 and State Route 96 in Farmington on Friday night—police said the vehicle had the right of way—and he was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital. ABC 13
- ➤ A pedestrian was seriously injured around 10:30 p.m. Saturday night at the intersection of Route 332 and State Route 96 in Ontario County when Farmington's Cory DiSanto was struck by a vehicle driven by Keuka Park's Nicholas Pruden—who had the right-of-way—resulting in transport to Strong Memorial Hospital. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A heavy police presence was reported at the Wegmans Warehouse on Brooks Avenue Saturday evening as the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Gates Police Department, and Greece Police Department responded to an incident with details still undisclosed. Rochester First
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Golden Hour: August Beer Dinner
6-8 p.m. — Rohrbach Railroad Street Beer Hall — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate summer flavors with a four-course beer pairing dinner.
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GARZI Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets from $17.70 — Experience an electrifying night with Garzi at this iconic Rochester venue.
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