Rochester
Morning News
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man in his 40s from Webster was arrested on Aug. 25 in connection with a significant drug seizure in Greece after police recovered about 50 pounds of marijuana and 5 pounds of hallucinogenic mushrooms from a home on Laurelwood Drive on Aug. 24, and police continue to investigate the case. News 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The George Eastman Museum opened a sustainability exhibit Aug. 26 and it will run until Nov. 9; the show explains how the museum uses LED lights and reused frames to protect its old items. Visitors learn how careful artifact care is combined with energy saving — a method that cuts waste and lowers power use. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Yesterday in Ogden, the Bicentennial Jam on the Canal festival celebrated the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal and the Homesteads for Hope farmhouse—proceeds supported the nonprofit's work to expand opportunities for all while highlighting the canal’s role in shaping trade and travel. ABC 13
- ➤ Rochester held its second annual How We Roc photography show on Friday night to celebrate five local artists—each gaining a full year of media access, a Link Gallery exhibit, and a $1,500 stipend. The photos are on display at City Hall’s Link Gallery from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. News 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. John Fisher University welcomed one of its largest and most diverse classes—645 students from 24 states arrived on campus Aug. 30—while the university will hold a matriculation ceremony on Tuesday as weekend workshops and seminars begin their academic journey. ABC 13
- ➤ SweetLady Daycare Inc. held its annual back-to-school giveaway at Loretta Scott Middle School in Rochester Saturday—students received essential supplies like book bags, notebooks, rulers, crayons, and scissors while enjoying food and entertainment from noon to 5 p.m. Special guests included Reentry Community President Miquel Powell, Commissioner of Education Isaiah Santiago, and Jessica Privitera from the Rochester Recreation Center—marking the event as a strong community effort. News 10
- ➤ Universities and community colleges in SUNY have banned single-use balloons for events this school year to cut plastic waste and protect animals—campuses will now use reusable options with some exceptions for research needs. WXXI News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a board meeting on Aug. 28, the school district discussed ongoing payroll issues affecting over 1,000 employees who are owed back pay—Board President Camille Simmons said legal concerns halted plans to outsource payroll as officials work to ensure salaries are paid on Sept. 5. ABC 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Delphi Rise runs a 24/7 addiction services clinic on Hinchey Road in Gates that serves about 3000 people at an annual cost of roughly $900K. The current funds (including $405K from state opioid settlement funds lasting until Dec. 31) may run out and force the clinic to reduce hours if new funding is not secured. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Section V high school sports scores for the fall season are organized into files for each sport across Rochester, Monroe, Finger Lakes, Wayne, Livingston, Genesee + nearby areas. Coaches or team representatives will email scores with a name and contact number soon after games to update local coverage. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Beginner Needle Felting: Pumpkin Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $40 — Learn to craft your own adorable needle felted pumpkin in a cozy workshop setting.
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National Bonsai Exhibition
9 AM – 5 PM — Total Sports Experience — Tickets on sale soon — Experience the finest bonsai trees and expert presentations at this biennial national event.
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Allen Stone Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Anthology — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Allen Stone as he channels classic artists with his emotive vocals and acoustic guitar.
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