Good morning, Rochester.

City of Rochester, ESL Federal Credit Union and Rochester Area Community Foundation announced today that Canandaigua National Bank joined Neighbors In Action to expand funding for neighborhood projects.

The program now funds 82 projects and will open its next application cycle in early 2027.

Fairport Oktoberfest is ongoing at 9 Liftbridge Lane East, running through Saturday night, and local organizers say the event is scheduled in September for better weather + tradition after the Rochester Public Market held its annual Oktoberfest last Friday.

Rush-Henrietta Senior High School went into lockdown Thursday morning after a fight between students.

No weapons were involved and officials increased security—holding a Board of Education meeting on Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m.—while a student received treatment at a local hospital for a possible head injury.

Bob D’Ettore marked his 50th year as a gym teacher and golf coach at Aquinas Institute, having started as a student and now teaching his children and grandchildren (a family legacy) in a school known for its close community ties.

The City of Rochester is hosting free workshops for homeowners 65 and older to learn about property tax exemptions (including the Senior Citizen Tax Exemption and Enhanced STAR programs).

Sessions run Tuesday, Sept. 29 at City Hall Atrium from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Ryan R-Center, and Tuesday, Oct. 20 at Adams R-Center.

A local advocacy group is planning a rally Sunday to push for stronger oversight after Waterview Heights closed.

Elder Justice Committee representative MaryDel Wypych said poor enforcement of nursing home rules has left many residents at risk.

The Red Wings lost 15-4 to the Memphis Redbirds on Wednesday, Sept.

23 in Game 2 of the International League Championship Series — forcing a winner-take-all Game 3 in Memphis on Thursday as early third-inning errors allowed Memphis to build a commanding lead.

The Rochester Red Wings won the International League Championship on Thursday, Sept.

24 after clinching Game 3 against the Memphis Redbirds in Memphis, and now they will advance to the Triple-A national championship + marking their first playoff run in 13 years and 20th title in franchise history.