Rochester
Morning News
Monday, August 11th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Rochester firefighters responded to a two-alarm fire early Sunday morning at 387—393 Cottage Street that damaged both buildings and displaced seven people while the Red Cross assisted five adults and two children. News 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Toronto-based Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. halted work on an unfinished lithium-ion battery recycling hub at Eastman Business Park after rising costs forced a bankruptcy filing in May. It was acquired by Glencore Canada Corp. on August 7—official plans for the site remain unknown. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The final day of the 26th Annual St. Dimitria Macedonian Festival was held yesterday in Henrietta as the community celebrated Macedonian heritage and Eastern Orthodox faith with traditional food, beer, wine and sweets alongside a market selling spices, coffee and other delicacies. The festival continued until 11 p.m. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders and the Rochester Housing Authority will open six new ADA-accessible affordable homes in the South Wedge today at 10 a.m.—the project began in 2019 as part of an initiative to provide safe, high-quality housing for local families. News 10
- ➤ RTS riders with disabilities can request modifications to fixed route, paratransit and on demand services to help with daily travel, but changes that alter the service or pose safety risks will be denied, and requests must be made in advance or at the time of travel—riders may appeal by contacting RTS or the U.S. Department of Transportation. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brandy Solomon of Rochester is learning to swim through free summer lessons at the YMCA as drowning deaths have risen and many adults have never taken lessons. YMCA aquatic director Omar Hidalgo-Rojas said the program is crucial for safety—CDC data shows more than half of US adults lack basic swimming skills. WXXI News
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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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2025 Healthi Kids Playful Learning Summit
8 AM – 3 PM — Memorial Art Gallery — Registration fee required — Engage in creative workshops and discussions focusing on the benefits of playful learning for children.
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ROC Youth Splash & Dash
7:00-8:30 p.m. — 1342 Lakeshore Blvd — Donation-based entry — A fun multi-sport race introducing kids to endurance racing in a safe environment.
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Matt St.James 5k Run/Walk
10 AM – 12 PM — Roberts Wesleyan University — Registration required — Participate in a community run/walk honoring a local graduate and support a good cause.
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TrYsT / The Tommy Brunett Band Concert
5-10 p.m. — Barnard Banquet Hall — $11.00-$22.00 — Celebrate the end of summer with a lively performance from TrYsT and the Tommy Brunett Band.
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Metalachi: Mariachi Metal Fusion
7-8:30 p.m. — 204 N Water St, Rochester, NY — Ticket info not provided — Experience the unique blend of mariachi and metal that has captured audiences for over a decade.
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D.R.I. Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets starting at $18.73 — Enjoy an electrifying night of live music featuring D.R.I. and supporting acts.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~ Carl W. Buehner
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