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Mayo Clinic breakthrough could help prevent the spread of breast cancer
Jan 9

Jan 9 Mayo Clinic breakthrough could help prevent the spread of breast cancer

News | 2017
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The research suggests that breast cancer metastasis, the process by which cancer cells spread to other parts of the body, may be prevented using a class of drugs already approved the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Rochester police are getting a drone to assist officers in high-risk situations
Jan 5

Jan 5 Rochester police are getting a drone to assist officers in high-risk situations

News | 2017
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At the request of Police Chief Roger Peterson, the city council included a $72,400 program for an unmanned aerial vehicle in its 2017 budget. 

How many more 'Legendary' nights does Rochester have left?
Jan 4

Jan 4 How many more 'Legendary' nights does Rochester have left?

News | 2017
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Music venue or arts and cultural center? An inside look at what's next for the Armory.
Jan 3

Jan 3 Music venue or arts and cultural center? An inside look at what's next for the Armory.

News | 2017
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Two competing proposals for the downtown Armory building will likely make their way to the Rochester City Council later this month.

Calling local musicians: Performers needed for 2017 outdoor concerts
Jan 3

Jan 3 Calling local musicians: Performers needed for 2017 outdoor concerts

News | 2017
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We put out a call for an original song about Rochester. Here's the winning submission.
Dec 30

Dec 30 We put out a call for an original song about Rochester. Here's the winning submission.

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Featured in photo: Zach Zurn

Construction on downtown Rochester tower to begin by end of year
Dec 23

Dec 23 Construction on downtown Rochester tower to begin by end of year

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Two years after winning approval from the Rochester City Council, construction is set to begin on the towering Broadway at Center project.

Rochester is taking climate change seriously. This new position is proof.
Dec 22

Dec 22 Rochester is taking climate change seriously. This new position is proof.

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In one day, Second Street Joe's 'appreciation fund' raises more than $5K
Dec 22

Dec 22 In one day, Second Street Joe's 'appreciation fund' raises more than $5K

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All of the money raised will go to Joe for him to use on new waving attire, his beloved Pepsi, a new laptop and anything else he may need. 

Restaurant news: Chicago-style hot dog chain eyeing location in Rochester
Dec 21

Dec 21 Restaurant news: Chicago-style hot dog chain eyeing location in Rochester

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Fast food fans are getting gifts; for craft beer enthusiasts, a lump of coal. Here's a recap of some recent developments in the local dining biz.

Lyft: 'We look forward to being able to operate in Rochester soon'
Dec 20

Dec 20 Lyft: 'We look forward to being able to operate in Rochester soon'

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Representatives from Lyft have been in contact with the Rochester International Airport about potentially bringing service to the area in the future, airport director John Reed confirmed this week to Med City Beat.

Head of Rochester nonprofit disbarred in Iowa over accusations of theft
Dec 19

Dec 19 Head of Rochester nonprofit disbarred in Iowa over accusations of theft

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Brian Michael Green is accused of embezzling funds from his business partners between June 2012 and February 2013 while under contract with a Rochester prosthetic company. 

Purple Ice: Rochester's ninth annual SocialIce will feature Prince-themed bar
Dec 16

Dec 16 Purple Ice: Rochester's ninth annual SocialIce will feature Prince-themed bar

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The Rochester Downtown Alliance has announced the seven local establishments participating in this winter's SocialICE. 

Thirteen-story Alatus project wins approval from DMC Corporation Board
Dec 15

Dec 15 Thirteen-story Alatus project wins approval from DMC Corporation Board

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Adam Ferrari: A missed opportunity for placemaking
Dec 15

Dec 15 Adam Ferrari: A missed opportunity for placemaking

Opinion • 2016
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If you have ever referenced the Pannekoeken Building, the Days Inn, the Carlton Hotel, or that old building across from Rochester Methodist Hospital, well then you are already well acquainted with one of the only remaining historic hotels in downtown Rochester. 

Guest post: Your guide to becoming a speaker at next year's TEDxZumbroRiver
Dec 14

Dec 14 Guest post: Your guide to becoming a speaker at next year's TEDxZumbroRiver

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Second milk depot: Mayo now accepting collections at southeast clinic
Dec 13

Dec 13 Second milk depot: Mayo now accepting collections at southeast clinic

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Could Rochester's future include autonomous passenger shuttles?
Dec 11

Dec 11 Could Rochester's future include autonomous passenger shuttles?

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Rochester, with its sights set on reinventing its transit infrastructure, could be the ideal testing ground for modern innovations in transportation. 

Anonymous donor drops off $1,000 in gift cards to Olmsted Co. Sheriff's Office
Dec 9

Dec 9 Anonymous donor drops off $1,000 in gift cards to Olmsted Co. Sheriff's Office

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The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office is applauding the efforts of a woman whose generosity will gift a lift to some local kids this holiday season.

Rochester considers $21 million plan to renovate the Chateau Theatre
Dec 8

Dec 8 Rochester considers $21 million plan to renovate the Chateau Theatre

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Questions linger over how its operations will be funded and who will manage the building once construction is complete.

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