Good morning, Rochester.

HOPE585 hosted a fundraiser last Thursday at The Arbor Loft to raise funds for a new transitional living center for young women and to support family preservation programs.

The event featured stories, food and a live auction for over 1,200 locals served last year.

Buddy Love Dog Rescue is hosting its Sit.

Stay. Sip. fundraiser on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at Iron Smoke Distillery in Fairport — the event will showcase adoptable dogs, food, and drinks while collecting essential pet supplies.

Today at International Plaza, organizers are hosting the city’s first Trans Pride Fest from 1 to 7 p.m. The event features live performances, community resources and art—along with a launch announcement for the Rochester-Monroe County Trans Community Needs Assessment.

The Rochester-based company behind Genesee Brewery—one of the oldest continually operating breweries—has a new owner, Saothair Capital Partners, and a new CEO, Peter Bodenham, as it rebrands to North American Breweries.

The company manages brewing, packaging, and sales of top beverage brands nationwide.

Rock legends John Fogerty and Steve Winwood close CMAC's 2026 summer concert season today at 7 p.m. at the Finger Lakes Community College campus in Hopewell.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and parking starts at 3:30 p.m. + ticket prices range from $52 to $146.

The Eastman Horn Choir and U.S. Army Field Band alumni will perform at Kilbourn Hall at 11:30 a.m. Sept.

11 to mark 25 years since 9/11, premiering Master Sgt. J.G. Miller's new work (Qualia Memoriam) and sharing remembrances from Eastman leaders.

Three EF1 tornadoes touched down in Western New York on Sept.

2, 2026 — one in Olcott, one in Shelby, and one in Alexander that reached 110 mph, causing tree uprooting and crop damage while a line of severe thunderstorms led to extended power outages.

Walking For Rochester has launched its 20x1,000 campaign, a fundraiser that asks 1,000 people to each donate $20 to support litter cleanup initiatives.

The fifth annual event is scheduled for Oct. 22 and builds on previous efforts that removed 20,000 pounds of litter since 2020.

The City of Rochester has begun work on a Miyawaki Forest project, changing a former parking lot at 354 Driving Park Ave into a fast-growing native forest.

Over 600 native trees and shrubs will be planted in spring (2027) to improve air quality and add green space.

After Wednesday's storm caused widespread damage in Waterloo + Seneca Falls, Seneca County officials declared disaster conditions on Friday and asked Gov. Hochul for state and federal aid to help restore power, remove debris, and repair vital infrastructure.

Monroe County health officials said an infected traveler passed through the Rochester Train Station on Central Avenue today; the traveler was not a local resident.

Health leaders note that measles is highly contagious — most people are protected through vaccination or prior infection, and symptoms may appear within 21 days.

Victor defeated Penfield 25-13 on Sept.

3 with strong plays from junior quarterback Eli Ricci—this game, serving as the 8th annual Teddi Bowl, raised funds for Camp Good Days and Special Times.