Good morning, Rochester.

Willow Domestic Violence Center is opening its new Family Justice Center today at Skyview on the Ridge, formerly the Irondequoit mall.

The 14,000 sqft center provides survivors with police — district attorney, crisis intervention, medical exam and hotline services with added security measures.

Perinton Community Center unveiled a sensory room Monday on Turk Hill Road designed as a quiet space for all ages.

The $30,000 space features a zero-gravity chair and sensory light box and was funded with ARPA dollars from Monroe County.

Employees at the George Eastman Museum unionized with a 41 – 16 vote, and the final bargaining unit remains undetermined.

Museum management said it will work with the union to shape a contract that supports its mission in preserving photography and moving images.

Today, AAA reports that regular gas in Rochester is $4.39 a gallon, two cents lower than last week, while diesel remains at $6.42 and the state average for regular sits at $4.42—fall months typically bring lower prices.

RochesterWorks is hosting a free job fair at MCC’s downtown campus at 321 State St., fifth floor on Thursday, Oct.

22 from 2 to 4 p.m.; 60 local employers will attend.

Starting in January, Social Security checks will rise 3.6% from $2,095 to $2,170, officials said.

The adjustment, triggered by inflation, will affect nearly 170,000 beneficiaries in Monroe County (and raise the taxable maximum income).

New York HEAP will accept applications starting Nov.

2 to help eligible households manage rising heating costs. Gov. Hochul announced benefits will increase for families using delivered fuels like oil and kerosene—families earning up to $82,000 may qualify.

State lawmakers secured over $1.6 million to boost the Rochester Museum and Science Center’s Strasenburgh Planetarium renovation—part of a $2.2 million campaign to upgrade technology, accessibility, and sustainability—and construction begins immediately to preserve the historic science hub.

RG&E partnered with Father Tracy Advocacy Center to help customers with winter electric bills.

Adrian Hale and Beatriz LeBron previewed program eligibility during an event held at Father Tracy Advocacy Center on Monday, Oct. 19.

Waterview Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Charlotte closed after transferring all 168 residents — most moved to Lilac Manor in Rochester — as local officials cite failed inspections and rising concerns over long-term care quality while urging higher Medicaid funding to prevent future crises.

Rush-Henrietta clinched a wild win today as Imani Wagstaff scored four touchdowns plus Evan Mangone sealed the game with a double OT field goal that kept fans on edge.

Former All-Pro cornerback Tre'Davious White rejoined the Bills' practice squad Monday — marking his third stint with the team — after spending time with the Rams and Ravens following injuries.