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NightlifeSip-worthy local escape: Salem Glen Winery keeps things close to home with a unique, local wine and cider experience plus a wide selection to explore.
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RestaurantsAward-winning Thai, anyone?: ThaiPop keeps Rochester buzzing with vibrant Thai flavors and a drink list, including mocktails recognized as Best Bar for Mocktails in the US by Travel and Leisure Magazine.
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Most read in Rochester
The five stories Rochester readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
SUV With 2 Children Collides With Semi on North Edge of Rochester
A small SUV with two young children was among the occupants in a collision that occurred near Rochester, Minnesota, on the North Edge of Rochester.
Full story at krocnews.com ↗
Janesville Man Wanted in Rochester Teen Prostitution Sting
Har Harold John Jewison, a 60-year-old man from Janesville, is wanted on a felony warrant in connection with a juvenile prostitution sting investigation in Olmsted County, where he allegedly agreed to pay $300 to meet someone he believed was a 16-year old girl for sex, but never made it.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
Controversial Downtown Rochester Project May Force at Least One Business to Close
A proposal to add additions to a portion of Historic Downtown Rochester has been approved, which could force at least one local business, Treedome record store and live music venue, to close.
Full story at therockofrochester.com ↗
Friends of Silver Lake appeal approval to remove Silver Lake Dam
The Friends of Silver Lake, a local preservation group in Rochester, has appealed a city commission's decision to approve the removal of the Silver Lake Dam and major changes to Silver Lake Park.
Full story at kimt.com ↗
Rochester restaurant announces closure due to downtown construction challenges
Rochester restaurant, Thai-riffic, has announced its permanent closure due to ongoing construction in downtown Rochester.
Full story at kttc.com ↗
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