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NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • Vol. 21, No. 26
Mayors host food drive competition to support Neighborhood House BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com
Holiday events to brighten the season in Rochester, Rochester HilLs ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS — The cities of Rochester Hills and Rochester are kicking off the holiday season by setting the community aglow. The festive fun in Rochester Hills begins on Friday, Nov. 21, as the community gathers to watch the Village
of Rochester Hills transform into a sparkling winter wonderland during the Light The Village holiday celebration. “Light the Village has become a wonderful tradition for so many families, and we are so thankful for the partnership with the Village of Rochester Hills and their passion for kicking off the holidays in this magical way,” said Mayor Bryan Barnett.
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ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS — As the holiday season approaches and federal government assisted food benefits remain uncertain, there are many people in the Rochester area who are struggling to make ends meet. To help ease the burden, the mayors and city councils from Rochester and Rochester Hills are organizing the Hometown Harvest, a friendly food drive competition, to support the Neighborhood House. Residents of both cities are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items — for people as well as pets — at designated drop-off locations in the lobby areas of the respective city hall buildings throughout Dec. 1. Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett said the food drive is a chance to demonstrate the generosity of the Rochester Hills community while supporting Neighborhood House. “We understand the important role Neighborhood House plays in our community and the stress