Rochester
Morning News
Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Barakah Muslim Charity hosted a turkey giveaway Saturday that distributed turkeys to about 200 families and aimed to reach 600 families before the holiday season—founded in Rochester in 2013, the charity also provides a food pantry on Thursdays and a community kitchen on Sundays. News 10
- ➤ Trinity Emmanuel Presbyterian Church's hot breakfast program has grown in three years to serve nearly 100 people each Saturday. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Sixteen-year-old Cahry Christopher Gibson, a sophomore at Edison Tech and local basketball fan, was taken off life support last Friday after suffering a brain injury in October, and his father chose to donate his organs to honor his memory — a tribute video going viral and a balloon release by friends marked his final act while police investigate his death. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe Red Jackets will play the Section V Class B championship at 3 p.m. at Rush-Henrietta as they try to earn a state berth by beating the Honeoye Falls-Lima Cougars — the undefeated Red Jackets, ranked No. 1, rely on a big-play offense and a shut-it-down defense while the Cougars have won three straight games after a rough start. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Coach Sean McDermott said he is impressed with Baker Mayfield’s career as the Bills face a tough test from Mayfield and the Bucs offense today — he expects the game to challenge his team’s plans. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Buffalo Bills host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 1 p.m. today at Highmark Stadium—experts predict the Bills may bounce back from recent losses and injuries as they strive to regain momentum for the playoffs. The upcoming NFL Week 11 matchup has varied predictions ranging from a comfortable home win to a tighter contest, reflecting concerns about performance and depth. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Buffalo Bills and Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to play today at 1 p.m. at Highmark Stadium as forecasts call for cloudy skies, low 40s, and intermittent rain (and snow) showers with wind gusts up to 26 mph, with CBS and WROC Channel 8 set to broadcast the game. Democrat & Chronicle
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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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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
2-8:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical ballet with dazzling costumes and sets for the whole family.
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Rochester Americans vs Utica Comets
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Stream on FloHockey — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Americans and Comets in this live hockey broadcast.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Tickets start at $72 — Experience the heartwarming tale of Charlie Brown and friends this holiday season.
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Winter Faire
10 AM – 4 PM — The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa — Free entry — Experience a whimsical holiday celebration with local artisans and festive activities across two distinct markets.
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