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Rochester Main Street Launches New Contributing Partner Program to Support Downtown Revitalization Efforts

Rochester Main Street is proud to announce the launch of its new Contributing Partner Program, providing an exciting opportunity for individuals, businesses, and community organizations to invest directly in the future of Downtown Rochester. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Rochester Main Street has long been dedicated...

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Friday, February 21, 2025, from 1:00 am to 7:00 am

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Friday, February 21, 2025, from 1:00 am to 7:00 am. During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. For general inquiries and concerns, contact...

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Several small trees removed on North Main Street, City Manager explains

On March 18, the City of Rochester removed several small trees on North Main...

Public Library hosts another successful ‘StoryWalk® Plus’ in Downtown

The Children’s Room, at Rochester Public Library, recently partnered with the Rochester Main Street...

Generations Arcade to open at 39 South Main Street on 2/19

The City of Rochester welcomes Generations Arcade to the city.  Located at 39 South...

Once a Ranger, always a Ranger… Jetpack Comics to host original Power Ranger 3/9

On Wednesday, March 9 (4pm), Power Rangers alumni Jason David Frank will be at...

Rochester Public Library presents StoryWalk Plus

The Children’s Room, at the Rochester Public Library, presents StoryWalk® Plus, to be held during February...

Former Ainslie’s Drug Store restored for commercial and residential use

The Department of Economic Development for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce...

Flashing beacon installed at busy crosswalk in Central Square

Earlier this month, Public Works installed a second reflective flashing beacon at a crosswalk...

COAST to continue Washington Street service in Rochester, despite driver shortage

Due to a staffing shortage, COAST was forced to implement temporary service suspensions for...

Rochester Main Street adds Welcome Sign to Central Square

Rochester Main Street, a nonprofit organization, recently erected a ‘Welcome to Downtown’ sign near...

Franklin Gallery to present Thread Painting, works by Melanie Lovering

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street, Rochester, will host...

Planning for Rochester’s Festival of Trees is Underway

The public is invited to attend Rochester Main Street’s sixth annual Festival of Trees...

City Council approves second flashing beacon for busy downtown crosswalk

At the November 3rd City Council meeting, Deputy Mayor David Walker moved to approve...

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Presents 2025 “Derby Dinner: Celebrating Our Community Champions” Annual Awards Celebration

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will present its “Derby Dinner: Celebrating Our Community’s...

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Welcomes The Brunch Club to Rochester

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon cutting for...

Watch: City Council Budget Retreat p 2 – 5/9/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

Watch: FY26 Budget Retreat p1 – 5/09/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Click here for a...