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City of Rochester Announces Citywide Trick-or-Treat and Downtown Halloween Events

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that citywide Trick-or-Treat will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Families are encouraged to have fun and stay safe while celebrating this annual tradition. The City reminds parents and guardians to...
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City of Rochester Provides Update on Union Street Parking Lot Reconstruction

The City of Rochester is providing an update on the ongoing reconstruction of the Union Street Parking Lot. The $1.75 million project aims to improve both functionality and environmental sustainability. The lot’s capacity will increase slightly and will feature handicapped-accessible spaces, electric vehicle charging stations,...

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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...
Business

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...
Community

Rochester Public Library presents StoryWalk Plus

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

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...
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Flashing beacon installed at busy crosswalk in Central Square

Earlier this month, Public Works installed a second reflective flashing beacon at a crosswalk...
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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...
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Rochester Main Street adds Welcome Sign to Central Square

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

Franklin Gallery to present Thread Painting, works by Melanie Lovering

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

Planning for Rochester’s Festival of Trees is Underway

The public is invited to attend Rochester Main Street’s sixth annual Festival of Trees...
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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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Rochester Main Street to host ‘Festival of Trees’ and ‘Elf Off the Shelf’ events

The volunteers of Rochester Main Street are pleased to announce the return of the...
Community

DPW: Mike Ferullo to donate 2021 Downtown Christmas Tree

The Department of Public Works for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce...
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Elections

WATCH: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Hosts Candidate Forum for Mayor and City Council

On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted a televised...
Library

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

The Rochester Public Library is reminding residents about its innovative “Library of Things” collection,...
Education

Rochester School Board Candidate Forums to be Held October 28–29

Rochester Listens will host School Board Candidate Forums on October 28 and 29 at...
Business

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Thanks Members During 37th Annual Operation Thank You

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Greater Rochester Chamber...

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