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Good morning Rochester! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Rochester-area charity events are happening this week and next?
  • What new surveillance footage jurors just saw in the Irondequoit murder trial
  • How a Kodak retiree found a brand-new species near Rochester

Also on today's calendar: Major Office Furniture & Soft Seating Warehouse Liquidation Sale and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clouds and sun with a shower, with a high of 80 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Sunday: Turning cloudy, temps: high: 77, low: 63.
  • Monday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 79 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. August 28 - September 4, 2026 (rbj.net) — Several upcoming charitable events in and around Rochester offer ways to give back, including a book launch and nursing scholarship event on University Avenue this Saturday. A Greater Rochester FCA golf classic in Walworth and a HOPE585 fundraiser at Arbor Loft next week round out a busy week of local philanthropy opportunities.
   

2. Surveillance video from neighbors played for jurors in Irondequoit family murder trial (13wham.com) — Jurors in Rochester heard from multiple witnesses Friday as prosecutors played neighborhood surveillance videos in the high-profile Irondequoit family murder trial of two brothers. The footage, gathered by Irondequoit police, includes images of a motorcycle prosecutors link to one defendant's escape. Defense counsel argues jurors must focus on the quality, not just the volume, of evidence as testimony continues Monday.
   

3. Kodak retiree discovers unique tardigrade species in Finger Lakes (rochesterfirst.com) — A Rochester-based Kodak retiree turned amateur scientist has discovered a previously unknown tardigrade species while researching at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center in the Finger Lakes. Working with a Seneca Nation language expert, she helped name Mesocrista ojagwaji and plans to keep exploring local microscopic life.
   

4. Woman reunites with rescuer who pulled her from I-490 crash (whec.com) — A woman injured in Wednesday's multi-car crash on I-490 near downtown Rochester has now met the stranger who pulled her from her overturned SUV. During a hospital interview, she thanked him and other bystanders who rushed through smoke and traffic to carry her to safety before EMTs arrived.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday August 29
  • Rise & Shine Tour!
    Seneca Park Zoo 2222 St Paul St, Rochester, NY 14621
    8:00 am
  • Tig Notaro (Rescheduled from 6/21/26) →
    Kodak Center, 200 W Ridge Rd, Rochester
    7:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 1
  • Superintendent's Conference Day (No school for students)
    Rochester City SD Rochester, NY 14614
  • Tuesday Luncheon Meeting
    Rochester Rotary Club Locust Hill Country Club
    12:00 pm
    • Wednesday September 2
  • RCSD Social Studies PD
    School of the Arts Ensemble Theatre, Classrooms
    8:30 am
  • Finance and Administrative Services Meeting →
    Brighton Calendar Rochester, NY 14618
    8:30 am
  • Home Alone Safety: When I'm in Charge →
    Brighton Calendar, Brookside Community Center 1 Columbus Way (use this address in your GPS), Rochester
    9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Can't believe I came across this beautiful deer this morning in Pittsford.
    It made my morning. Hopefully, it makes yours. Have a great day everyone. (Nextdoor Latta Rd)
  • Kirk made some new friends with the morning regulars at Dunkin's patio.
    He rewarded Carol with kisses after she gave him an after-breakfast treat, fresh bacon. Call us at 585-581-4025 or visit us at 500 Maiden Lane in… (Nextdoor Round Pond Creek)
  • TradeJobsWorkforce posted a job opening for United Airlines Ticket Counter Agent in Rochester. Apply here.
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night / Closer - Full Time in Rochester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rochester here.

Ok Rochester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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