The Rochester – Avon Historical Society is excited about the new book it is offering just in time for holiday giving. Remembering Rochester – Main Street Stories by Deborah Larsen offers a charming view of Rochester’s Main Street of the past and the present. Through Larsen’s research, the stories reflect the rich history of Main Street. Did you know that Main Street’s first paved surface was made of brick and laid in 1916? The story is timely because the brick will again be exposed when … [Read more...]
Big, Bright Light Show and Downtown Rochester With Video
December 2, 2010 by
Rochester Media was at the lighting ceremony of the The Big, Bright Light Show in Downtown Rochester this year. Mayor Jeffrey Cuthbertson was there to welcome the crowd and to enjoy the festivities with his own family as well. This year was the first time that the lights began at the South Bridge on Main Street and extended all the way to Romeo Street. There were over 1.5 million lights on display - the most so far in the five year history of the event. The Western Knitting Mill on Water … [Read more...]
