Good morning, Rochester.

Honor Flight Rochester will lead the Monroe County Veterans Day Parade on Nov.

8 at 10:30 a.m. — the parade will start at South Goodman Street and Highland Avenue and proceed to the Greater Rochester Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Gary Beikirch Memorial Park to honor local veterans.

A Penfield student pilot, Brian J.

Valder, 41, died when his Cessna 152 crashed near Hornell on Aug. 1 shortly before 7 p.m.—witnesses said the plane circled at low altitude with its engine running normally and debris spread about 250 feet as the NTSB continues its preliminary investigation.

Rochester Police said that on Friday morning a resident fired several shots from a legally-owned handgun at a 34-year-old suspect who broke into his home on Avenue D—residents fought off the intruder and the suspect was treated at a hospital for minor injuries.

In January 2024, Lollypop Farm rescued 45 cats from a Perinton home after the Monroe County Sheriff's Office executed a warrant on Kreag Road—authorities had found unsafe living conditions in a hoarding case and the investigation remains ongoing.

28-year-old Abdi Mohammed pleaded guilty to assault after he shot a man in his 20s at least 10 times on Thanksgiving Day on Exchange Street near Flint Street and robbed him, leaving the victim injured for about 7 hours before a jogger helped — Mohammed will serve 16-and-a-half years in prison.

A 34-year-old man is in custody after he allegedly forced his way into a north-side home on Avenue D—between Hudson Avenue and Bauman Street—shortly before 5 a.m., and he is now receiving treatment at a hospital for minor injuries after a resident fired several shots with a legally registered gun.

The RCSD teachers' union filed a grievance with the New York State Department of Labor after around 800 employees — about 100 teachers and 700 support staff — went without pay this summer due to issues with the Oracle payroll system.

Union leaders met with Superintendent Dr. Eric Rosser, and the district promised that employees will receive their general paycheck Sept. 5 despite unresolved payment problems.

Greece police completed an active shooter drill at Holmes Road Elementary School on Friday, August 22, with dozens of first responders from police, fire, and EMS practicing rescue and response tactics—preparing for any future threat.

The department said additional training will continue today to further enhance school safety.

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.

Thirsty Thursday Field Trip

6-7 p.m. — Spotted Octopus Brewing Co. — Free event — Run, socialize, and unwind with local enthusiasts at a vibrant brewery outing.

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.

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.

Coast Collective Show Rochester Fall 2025

9 AM – 6 PM — The Dome Arena — Free admission for verified buyers — Discover bold brands and fresh finds at WNY’s premier fashion and lifestyle trade event.

Tracy Eckstrand: Fairport Bside

6-10 p.m. — B-Side — Cost info not provided — Enjoy original music and covers from Tracy Eckstrand and Levon Jones.

Local 86 Annual Clambake

12-6 p.m. — IBEW Local 86 — Free entry — Celebrate the legacy of electrical workers with a delicious clambake and community spirit.

The Devil Makes Three Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Anthology — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively performance from a trio blending bluegrass, folk, and ragtime.

2nd Annual Challenger Miracle Field Golf Tournament

12-7 p.m. — Irondequoit Country Club — $1,000-$1,100/team — Enjoy a day of golf with registration, lunch, and dinner to support a great cause.

Rochester Fringe Festival

September 9-20 — SCORE — Various ticket prices — Experience the largest performing arts festival in New York with multidisciplinary performances from comedy to dance.