Crystals and fossils and minerals, oh my! New York is full of geological wonders and hobbyists who want a piece of them.
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Celebrate the carb harvest with these filling dishes
Great grain-based dishes at Rochester restaurants are delectably heavy fare for the cooler months.
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RPD chief to City Council: No more 30-hour shifts for officers
Rochester interim police chief, David Smith, said he has capped the officer workday at 16 hours amid a rash of overtime use.
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Rochester enters the era of the $250,000 police officer
Rising crime and a labor shortage means no shortage of overtime for police officers.
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James Longenbach, U of R prof who wrote about poetry for the masses, dies at 62
James Longenbach, a prominent poet and critic, was considered a giant in his field.
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Judge to city and protesters: ‘Work it out yourselves’
Judge Frank Geraci urged plaintiffs and defendants involved in lawsuits over RPD protest response to move forward toward a resolution.
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Amid tensions with art community, city looks to spend $200K on public art
Officials want to invest in a series of murals and other public art projects on city-owned properties.
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Monroe County’s oldest building to get a checkup
The Stone-Tolan Historic Site on East Avenue housed early settlers, barflys, travelers, and even a future king.
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Man accused in Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz’s death faces life without parole
Suspected shooter Kelvin Vickers tells court that he “doesn’t live anywhere.”
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CHOW HOUND: What’s happening on Rochester’s dining scene
CRISP Rochester opens, August events, and a settlement in Mr. Dominic’s sexual harassment suit.
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A reference letter for a star student goes wrong at Our Lady of Mercy
Retracting a letter of recommendation for a star student sends school officials scrambling.
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WallTherapy opens: Here’s where to see the works
Celebrating its 10th year, WallTherapy begins Saturday with muralists working around town.
