Minority Reporter (MR) is a local community newspaper covering news and issues relevant to the Rochester, NY community.
Overdue Last read · last published · next check
Last read 4 hours ago, longer than this feed's 2 hours schedule.
Live music continues at the Public Market, 280 N. Union St., on Wednesday evening, August 26, during the Food Truck Rodeo, featuring Earthtones, a local band that performs a variety of classic rock favorites. After this event, one last rodeo remains: September 30 – Mr. Heartache The Food Truck Rodeo runs from 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month, April through September. It brings…
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Monroe County is seeking bids for the following items and/or services. Specifications are available at www.monroecounty.gov. Sealed bids will be publicly opened at the time and date stated below. Bids must be received prior to the time shown at the Office of the Purchasing Manager: Room 200, County Office Bldg., 39 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614; 585-753-1100. BP#0805-26 HP…
The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., will host its fifth annual International Day of Salsa from 1 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23. This free, family-friendly celebration will showcase the energy, passion, and diversity of Latin music, salsa dancing, and culture. This year’s celebration will feature Gaby Zambrano, “La Leona de la Salsa,” and Las Damas de la Salsa, along with DJs and special…
Who: All RCSD students, families, and staff What: Back-to-School Jam When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Loretta Johnson Middle School200 Genesee StreetRochester, NY 14611 Details: The Rochester City School District will host its annual Back-to-School Jam to help local students and families prepare for a successful school year. The community celebration offers free backpack…
The Rochester Police Department is continuing to seek public assistance in locating 17-year old Angel Phillips. Phillips was last seen leaving her foster home on McNaughton St during the overnight hours of April 7, 2025. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Criminal Investigation Section via 911/311 or email: CIS@cityofrochester.gov
Rochester, NY - The victim found on the Genesee River trail has been identified through fingerprints as 22-year-old Munga Elocho. Elocho is a City of Rochester resident. He is originally from the Republic of Congo. There are no suspects in custody and there are no additional updates we can provide at this time. The Major Crimes Homicide Unit is conducting the investigation and is asking anyone…
Rochester, NY - Around 5:15pm, last night, Officers responded to the 800 block of Joseph Avenue for a ShotSpotter activation. During the subsequent investigation, Officers stepped out with a group of males gathered around a 2022 Honda in the 1000 block of Hudson Avenue. At the time, 20-year old Mekhi Ragland was occupying the driver seat. While speaking with the group, Officers observed that the…
Who: Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, will hold its second community pet care event of the year on Thursday, August 20. Community pet care events are designed to provide resources, including pet food, supplies, and educational information to pet owners throughout the Greater Rochester area. Lollypop Farm’s experienced staff and veterinary team will be available to answer…
The family of the late Jerome and Gloria Ward is continuing the Rochester couple’s longstanding commitment to education, community service and opportunity through the 2026 Jerome & Gloria Ward College Scholarship. The annual scholarship will provide two $500 awards to graduating high school seniors entering college as freshmen this fall. Applicants will be considered on factors including academic…
Fairport, N.Y. – Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, has announced animal cruelty charges against several individuals following separate investigations conducted by its Humane Law Enforcement team across the Greater Rochester region. The cases involve allegations of severe neglect, prolonged suffering, and malnourishment, highlighting the critical role of animal cruelty…
Rochester, NY - On August 10, around 2am, Officers responded to Grover Street for the report of a male shot. Officers located a male in his 20s suffering from at least one gunshot wound to the upper body. He was transported to Strong Hospital with serious, but non-life threatening injuries. The preliminary investigation found that two suspects allegedly attempted to rob the victim at gunpoint,…
John W. Rhoden, detail of Generations, 1963, wood on metal base. Rochester, NY - Visitors to the Memorial Art Gallery of the University of Rochester (MAG) have just one more week to explore Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden. The major exhibition will close on Sunday, August 23. The exhibition traces the career of African American artist John Walter Rhoden (1916–2001), one of the most…
