Good morning, Rochester.

Local groups are hosting 11 events across Greater Rochester to honor the 25th anniversary of Sept.

11, including the Memorial Stair Climbs today at ESL Ballpark + additional ceremonies later this week at Monroe County, RIT and MCC that commemorate victims and first responders.

At Rochester’s first Trans Pride Festival, Sam Nordquist’s family honored his memory by unveiling the new Sam’s Legacy Award for trans advocacy & as two defendants await sentencing Tuesday at Ontario County Court, community members shared hope and remembrance.

RocMaidan volunteers shipped Container 32 of urgently needed medical and humanitarian aid to Ukraine on Saturday from Rochester, including beds, wheelchairs, crutches, and sleeping bags—Tim Sukhenko said the supplies will soon be distributed to the areas that need them most.

Advantage Federal Credit Union is matching donations up to $40,000 to help residents displaced by a June fire in Clarkson — some still lack homes or rental funds, with the effort partnering with the Salvation Army and Brockport Community Connection.

On Sept. 2, an EF1 tornado with winds of 105 mph touched down near Salt Road in Webster and traveled 3.23 miles in Monroe and Wayne counties + snapping trees and damaging homes in a subdivision, though no injuries were reported.

Seneca Park Zoo hosted Honoring Haudenosaunee Relationships Day on Saturday, featuring indigenous leaders who gave a Thanksgiving Address and cultural talks on local stewardship.

Guests experienced live demonstrations and meet-and-greets that connected them to Seneca heritage.

Rochester will observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with local commemorations.

The East Rochester Fire Department hosts a memorial event at 415 Main Street at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 11, while Monroe Community College and Eastman School of Music hold remembrance ceremonies.

The Irondequoit Arts and Music Festival took place at I-Square on Saturday featuring seven local music acts and local artists (its fourth year), and event coordinator Chris Blaine said plans call for a return next year.

Hospital caregivers at the University of Rochester extended their contract through Sept.

26 as union talks continue, with nearly 2,000 workers seeking better wages, affordable health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

LeRoy/Cal-Mum won its season opener over East Rochester-Gananda, 28-24 on Friday, Sept.

5. Junior defensive back Austyn Silvernail intercepted a pass for an 89-yard pick-six while Donovan Gaillard stopped a crucial fourth down effort, and quarterback Jude Christ scored two touchdowns after Brady McClurg’s injury.

Section V football scores from Friday, Sept.

3 and Sept. 4 show wins by local teams — like Hilton, Brighton and Eastridge — as rival matchups played out across Monroe, Livingston and nearby areas. Coaches and team reps are asked to email scores for upcoming updates.

Local high school sports reporters James Johnson, Justin Ritzel and Jeff Uveino recapped the opening weekend football games in Section V, noting standout performances from Week 1.

Monroe football kicked off their season with a 66-0 win at Edison on Sept.

5, and players celebrated championship rings from their 2025 state title run. This victory marks a promising start for the defending champs.