Rochester
Morning News
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph School in Penfield held its annual Field of Honor ceremony Wednesday morning to honor veterans ahead of Veterans Day—more than 175 miniature flags purchased by community members were displayed and funds raised will benefit the Veterans Outreach Center. News 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grow-NY’s Food & Agriculture Summit will take place from November 12 to 13 at Hotel Canandaigua in Ontario County to boost local farming. Finalists in the contest will have a chance to win up to $1 million for their ideas — program director Jenn Smith said the event aims to grow the agricultural sector. ABC 13
- ➤ Wegmans and Rochester Regional Health expanded grab-and-go meals at Rochester General Hospital following a popular pilot at the University of Rochester. The station, located in the hospital cafeteria, offers salads, bowls, subs and ready-to-heat meals from 7 a.m. to midnight on weekdays and from 11 a.m. to midnight on weekends. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Goodwill of the Finger Lakes announced it will open a new store in Irondequoit in 2026 next to the Community Center at Skyview on the Ridge—spanning 25,000 square feet to create 45 jobs and offer gently used apparel, home décor, housewares, furniture, and seasonal goods. Funding includes $1 million from the New York State Community Fund plus an extra $300,000 secured by local legislators, with sales proceeds supporting various community programs. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Today, the Stella Foundation expands its free entrepreneurship program in Rochester to offer local entrepreneurs free classes+ opportunities to network, especially for women. Brockport native Flossie Hall leads the upstate chapter that has hosted 30 events and served 2,000 women since June and will soon launch chapters in Connecticut and Minnesota. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local author John Parra promoted his new book 'This Moment Is Special: A Día de Muertos Story' as he joined ARC Rochester to support the Rochester Children and Teens' Book Festival held yesterday at Monroe County Community College's R. Thomas Flynn Campus Center—he aimed to boost family literacy. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester City School District partnered with local groups to give over 800 free winter coats to pre-K through sixth-grade students Tuesday, helping families get ready for cold weather - families registered in advance to receive a coat. News 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The United States Postal Service is hosting job fairs in Rochester, Canandaigua, Batavia, and Wyoming County—today at the Arcade Post Office in Wyoming County and continuing on November 14th, 18th, and 24th at local post offices—where on-site representatives answer questions about work requirements and pay rates of $20.73 for city roles and $20.85 for rural roles while applicants must be 18 or older and able to work weekends and holidays. News 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jim Kelly visited Golisano Children’s Hospital—thanking guest service rep Albert Canady—after his newborn grandson faced heart problems. The hospital gave Canady the Safety Hero Award and Beau is now four months old and doing well. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsford Mendon senior Ava Rice scored the final dramatic goal in a second sudden victory overtime period and led her team to win the field hockey championship. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ CW Rochester will televise select Rochester Americans home games during the 2025-26 season, with six live broadcasts starting November 7 versus the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at 7:05 p.m. — six more games will air on tape delay as the season marks the team's 70th anniversary and the final season for longtime play-by-play announcer Don Stevens. ABC 13
- ➤ On Sunday, the Bills will face the Dolphins in a key AFC East game as experts say the Bills are strong with players like Josh Allen and James Cook ready to lead the team — experts note that the Dolphins may struggle with turnovers and low scoring. Analysts expect Buffalo to win and keep their playoff hopes alive. Democrat & Chronicle
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JAWS IN CONCERT
7:00-8:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Experience the legendary film JAWS with a live orchestra performing its iconic score.
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Hiking Event with Dogs at North Ponds Park
10:00 – 11:30 AM — North Ponds Apartments & Townhomes — Free entry — Explore the scenic Bird Sanctuary and Chiyoda Trails with your furry friends or solo.
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WBEE's Guitars & Stars Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an evening of great music featuring local talent.
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Knitting Basics Workshop
12-1 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $25.00 — Learn essential knitting techniques and start your creative journey in this hands-on workshop.
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Grace O'Malley Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Comedy @ The Carlson — Tickets available — Experience an evening of laughter with live comedy from Grace O'Malley.
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Bridgeport Islanders vs Rochester Americans
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Stream on FloHockey — Catch the action as the Bridgeport Islanders face off against the Rochester Americans.
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Debi Bower Book Signing
11 AM - 1 PM — The Bird House — Free entry — Meet local author Debi Bower and get your books signed in Rochester's cozy atmosphere.
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Cleveland Monsters vs. Rochester Americans
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Costs vary — Watch the thrilling battle on ice between the Monsters and Americans.
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Race with Grace 5K and 10K
1:30-4 p.m. — 3651 Latta Rd, Rochester, NY — Registration fee applies — Participate in the annual Race with Grace to support the community and enjoy a fun day of running.
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Rochester Americans vs Syracuse Crunch
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Check event for ticket prices — Watch the exciting showdown between regional hockey rivals in an action-packed evening.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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