A local volunteer firefighter and paramedic is organizing a boot drive to raise money for the West Fire Department and West EMS in West, Texas.

Last month, the community of West, Texas suffered a devastating explosion at a fertilizer plant. Fourteen people were killed including 11 firefighters and EMT's from five departments who rushed in to help.

West Webster firefighter and paramedic Syed Ahmed Mustafa had the opportunity to visit West, Texas three days after the explosion and witnessed the destruction first hand.
To remember those lost and to raise money for the departments and families affected, Mustafa has organized a boot drive. Area fire and EMS departments in Monroe County and neighboring counties will be taking part.  The boot drive will be from 7:00a.m. To 6:00p.m. On May 17.
 

The Monroe County Health Department and Irondequoit Animal Control will hold a free rabies immunization clinic for cats and dogs on Saturday, June 15.

- Dogs must be leashed and controlled
- For your safety, please keep children away from other pets
- Pets must be at least four months old
- Proof of previous vaccinations must be provided to receive a three-year shot, otherwise a one-year shot will be given
- Dog licensing will also be available for Irondequoit residents.

The clinic runs from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.

The East Side Farmer’s Market on Baird Road in the Cytec Building parking lot  kicks off its Summer Market Season on Friday with Farm Night.

The event, which runs from 6:00p.m. until 9:00p.m. will feature live animals, music, face painting, Henna tattoos, local artists, great food and shopping.

The market runs throughout the summer season every Friday night, 6-9 pm (leaving products for Saturday shopping from 9 until 3 pm). Vendors set up both indoors and outdoors, bringing produce and artisan wares.