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Brandy and Monica are finally co-headlining a tour together, more than 25 years after their iconic duet “The Boy Is Mine.” Announced on CBS Mornings, the 24-city tour kicks off October 16 and wraps December 7. Produced by Black Promoters Collective, the lineup features Kelly Rowland, Muni Long, and American Idol Season 23 winner Jamal […]
The City of Rochester’s “Cool Sweep initiatives” will be in effect this week to help residents cool off. Under the cool sweep, city spray parks will be open every day between 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Here is a list of spray parks in Rochester that people can visit: Carter Street R-Center, 500 Carter St. […]
Rochester’s “Movies in the Park” summer series is back, offering six outdoor screenings at scenic locations around the city: Friday, June 27: Moana 2 at Ontario Beach Park Thursday, July 17: Angels in the Outfield at Innovative Field Friday, July 25: Madagascar at Seneca Park Zoo Thursday, August 7: Homeward Bound at Innovative Field Friday, […]
With temperatures forecasted to reach near 100°F, several Rochester-area school districts are implementing early dismissals and closures next week. Districts including Rochester CSD, Webster, Pittsford, Brockport, Lyons, and Wayne CSD announced schedule changes for June 23–25. Adjustments include early dismissals, event cancellations, and cooling accommodations like overnight air conditioning and added fans. Regents exams and […]
The Buffalo Bills will kick off their 2025 training camp on July 23 at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, with 11 open practices scheduled through early August. A special “Return of the Blue & Red” event will take place at Highmark Stadium on August 1. Fans can enter a lottery for up to four […]
Rochester Jazz Festival: Kicks off Friday with headliners Smokey Robinson and Wynton Marsalis. Harborfest at Ontario Beach Park: Boat parades, sand sculpting, and family activities all weekend. Celtic Faire: Held at Genesee Country Village with music, food, and crafts. Strawberry Picking: Area farms still open for U-Pick season. Friday Only: Food Truck Fridays at Washington […]
June 28 Penfield: Parade at 10 a.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. Chili Summerfest: Two stages of live music, food, and fireworks from 4–10 p.m. July 4 Rochester: Fireworks on Broad and Court Street bridges, 10 p.m. Fairport: Parade, Firecracker Run, and Party in the Park Greece: 5K at 7 a.m., Old Fashioned 4th of July […]
Just four years after Juneteenth became a federal holiday, corporate enthusiasm for its celebration is fading. Companies that once supported parades, festivals, and educational efforts are now scaling back or withdrawing sponsorships entirely, citing budget changes or offering no explanation. Grassroots organizers, especially Black-led groups, are struggling to maintain events without prior funding. Advocates warn […]
Fashion designer Afa Ah Loo, a father of two and “Project Runway” alum, was fatally shot during a “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City. He was struck by gunfire from a volunteer “peacekeeper” aiming at Arturo Gamboa, a man reportedly brandishing an AR-15. Gamboa survived and was arrested for murder. The peacekeepers, not sanctioned […]
Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Officer Moses Robinson as we honor his achievements, contributions, and lasting impact on the City of Rochester. Date: Saturday, June 2025Time: 3:00 PMLocation: The Mercantile on Main240 E. Main St., Rochester, NY 14604 Tickets:$40 per adult$85 per family For tickets and more information, visit: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/mosesretire
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