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🌱 Patch AM: What do Rochester Regional’s residency numbers really show about foreign doctors?
Also, don't miss Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness on the Rochester Patch calendar
Morning Rochester! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What do Rochester Regional's residency numbers really show about foreign doctors?
Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Cloudy, with a high of 63 and low of 57 degrees.
- Tuesday: A brief shower or two, temps: high: 69, low: 54.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and comfortable, with a high of 74 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Rochester residency post sparks debate over foreign graduates (americanbazaaronline.com) — A viral post about Rochester Regional Health's internal medicine residency sparked a national debate over how many positions go to international medical graduates versus U.S. graduates. The article explains what the hospital's public data actually show, why the specific online claims aren't fully supported, and how Rochester's program fits into broader physician shortages and Medicare-funded training. 
📸 Around Rochester
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rochester
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★ Featured events ★
- Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Von Maur, 300 Eastview Mall, Victor
10:00 am - International John Violinist Coming to Rochester, NY at The Theater at Innovation Square →
The Theater At Innovation Square, 131 Chestnut St, Rochester
7:30 pm
Saturday October 3
Saturday October 17
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Other local events
- Gentle Yoga w Susan →
BCCR, 1048 University Avenue, Rochester
5:30 pm - PJ Storytime at Gates Public Library →
Gates Public Library, 902 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester
6:30 pm - S'mores and More Family Campfire Night at Braddok Bay Park →
Braddok Bay Park, 199 E. Manitou Rd, Rochester
6:30 pm - Planning Board Meeting →
Broderick Room - Irondequoit Town Hall, 1280 Titus Avenue, Rochester
7:00 pm - Rochester New York SINGLES MIXER Party for Ages 40+ by Pre-Dating →
Kin Event Space, 52 Sager Drive, Rochester - Black is Beautiful - Adam Eaton Art →
Image City Photography Gallery, 722 University Ave, Rochester - RDDC's State of Rochester's Economy 2026 →
Hyatt Regency Rochester, 125 East Main Street, Rochester - Stories for All →
Rochester Public Library: Charlotte, 3557 Lake Avenue, Rochester - Gentle Yoga w Susan →
BCCR, 1048 University Avenue, Rochester
10:00 am - Sarah's Country Barn's Fall Fest 2026 →
1840 NY 104, Ontario
9:00 am
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
Saturday October 10
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Good morning all, #happySaturday,
Small steps every day lead to big results. #changeyourmindset, #thinkpositive, #donotgiveup. Have a blessed day and stay safe. (Nextdoor Maplewood) - I'm so thankful for coming here today and ask for help to feed my dog.
I got so much more than what I expected. Thank you, thank you so much for the kindness, and all the references I got. Thank you to all , GB (Nextdoor Mt. Read)
- Sorenson Communications, LLC posted a job opening for Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - Rochester, New York in Rochester. Apply here.
- GE Vernova posted a job opening for Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator - Intermediate in Rochester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rochester here.
🗞 Nearby News
Irondequoit
- Hilton overwhelms Irondequoit as Lipani ties Section V coaching record (13wham.com)
- Joe Morelle addresses Red Wings championship and election security concerns (monroenynews.com)
Brighton
- Big third quarter carries Brighton past Webster Thomas (13wham.com)
- Starbucks to Permanently Close 25 Stores Across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York This Weekend (thesunpapers.com)
Gates
- Woman reunites with Gates firefighters who helped deliver her baby (13wham.com)
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: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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