Rochester
Morning News
Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Peter's Kitchen staff are pitching in to feed Rochester residents during the holiday season, providing meals to families in need. ABC 13
- ➤ Rise Up Rochester held its annual Celebration of Remembrance on Dec. 12 to support families who lost loved ones to violence and provide community healing. The nonprofit will host a free Christmas party for affected children at Stardust Ballroom on Dec. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gnomes have taken over Cumming Nature Center for a Holiday Lights event. On Dec. 19 and Dec. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m., guests can take a 0.75-mile nighttime walk with a bonfire and hot cocoa available at 6472 Gulick Road in Naples, Ontario County. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The RIT Model Railroad Club is launching its 19th Tiger Tracks show featuring a range of model railroads. Club president Miles Davenport and secretary Nolan Kovalik say the event runs today and Dec. 14 from (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). ABC 13
- ➤ A Christmas Carol returns to Geva Theatre's Wilson Stage, where Michael Preston and Esther Winter perform as Ebenezer Scrooge and Mrs. Cratchit until Dec. 28. ABC 13
- ➤ Finger Lakes Community College and Bristol Hills Historical Society won a first-place award at the Nor’Easter Video Festival Dec. 8 (Mass) for their film History and Mystery: The Folklore and Legends of the Bristol Hills. It airs daily at 7 a.m. on Finger Lakes TV and features local watercolor art. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Erica Baum’s exhibit, the bite in the ribbon—a paper show, is on display at the George Eastman Museum until June 7. She will host an artist talk on April 1 and a members-only tour on April 2. Rochester Beacon
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State DEC proposed updates to require additional testing for PFAS (forever chemicals) in biosolids used as fertilizer to reduce contamination; public comments on the proposal close Jan. 9. Spectrum News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers heading to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport face delays from a weather-delayed construction project on Brooks Avenue. Concrete pouring along the Route 204 rehabilitation, which costs $9.7M, has pushed the ramp’s reopening to late January 2026 — detours are posted near Buell Road and Chili Avenue. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flu cases have spiked in New York as winter continues, and state health officials urge residents to get vaccinated and stay home when sick — cold, dry conditions that help viruses thrive. Local health experts warn that these factors could increase the risk of infections. Democrat & Chronicle
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Samantha Fish Live
7-10 p.m. — Temple Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of blues and rock 'n' roll with Grammy-nominated artists blending tradition and innovation.
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Rochester Americans vs Utica Comets
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Check local listings for pricing — Catch the Utica Comets face off against the Rochester Americans live on FloHockey.
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Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
7:30 p.m. — OFC Creations Theatre Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a whimsical musical adaptation of the classic holiday tale of the Grinch who stole Christmas.
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Belleville Senators vs. Rochester Americans
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Ticket info available online — Catch the exciting showdown on the ice between the Senators and Americans.
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Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings
7-7:59 p.m. — Temple Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Christmas Carols performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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3HB's Ugly Sweater Party
7-10:30 p.m. — Three Heads Brewing — $10 entry — Groove to funky tunes at a jam-filled ugly sweater extravaganza with local band Calabash.
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Cleveland Monsters vs. Rochester Americans
5:05-6:35 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Check for ticket prices — Watch the exciting matchup as the Monsters take on the Americans on the ice.
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The Turbulents Concert
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience live performances by The Turbulents and other featured artists in Rochester.
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Live Music with Brody Schenk
7 PM - 1 AM — Abilene Bar and Lounge — $10 at the Door — Experience the heartfelt melodies and storytelling of rising singer-songwriter Brody Schenk.
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Afterglow - Neon Noir New Year’s Eve Party 2026
8:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. — The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa — $115+ — Ring in 2026 with a Neon Glow at this festive New Year’s Eve celebration featuring an open bar and live DJs.
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