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Dec 31 2025WEATHER

Rochester's Chilly New Year's Eve Celebration

Rochester is in for a snowy New Year's Eve. The National Weather Service in Buffalo predicts 1 to 2 inches of snow starting in the afternoon. More snow is expected overnight, making travel tricky for those heading home from parties. The snow won't stop on January 1st. However, it's expected to be l

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Rochester City Council Faces Mayor's Veto Challenge

Rochester's City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting to tackle Mayor Kim Norton's recent vetoes. The mayor has blocked three council decisions, and now the council needs to muster a majority to override these vetoes. Two of these vetoes are tied to the planned Regional Sports Complex. The f

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Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Rochester Takes a Big Step to Boost Local Businesses

Rochester is now part of a nationwide project to make it easier for small businesses to succeed. The city was picked to join the Regulatory Justice Initiative, which aims to remove unnecessary rules that slow down entrepreneurs. This project is led by the Mayors Innovation Project and Cities Work at

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Jul 09 2025SPORTS

Rochester's Big Play: New Sports Hub on the Horizon

Rochester is getting a major sports upgrade. The city council just greenlit the outdoor design for a huge sports and recreation complex. This isn't just any project—it's a $65 million investment, funded by the city's sales tax extension that voters approved last year. The complex will sprawl across

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May 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Rochester: A Climate-Savvy City on the Rise

Rochester, New York, is quietly becoming a hotspot for people looking to escape extreme weather. This city, known for its manufacturing past, is now attracting folks who want a more stable climate. It's not just the weather that's drawing people in. Rochester has been working hard to tackle climate

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Mar 26 2025BUSINESS

Rochester's Retail Shifts: New Spin Closes Downtown Store

Rochester, Minnesota, is seeing some changes in its retail scene. Recently, New Spin, a popular spot for bikes and disc golf gear, closed its downtown location. The store at 401 N. Broadway Ave. Suite 150 is now empty. This closure is part of a broader trend in the area, with other businesses also s

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