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Dogtown

Dogtown on a kinda grey snowy day 12-07 The welcoming sign for Dogtown, as seen heading east on Monroe Avenue. Dogtown (a.k.a Dogtown Hots) is a cheap dog-themed joint on Monroe Avenue (Monroe Village) that sells hot dogs, burgers, Junkyard Plates, homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. They replicate regional hot dog favorites from around the nation and come up with their own overloaded variations. There are over twenty to choose from. Try their German Shepherd, a New York City-style dog with onions and kraut. Or the Boston Terrier, with bacon, baked beans, and special Dogtown chili. The French bread substitute for traditional rolls are very filling. They have many vegan options as well. A vegan special is offered every Thursday, featuring various handmade burgers such as spinach-tofu, red or black bean, and mushroom-walnut. In 2014 Dogtown received an honorable mention from PETA for best vegan hot dogs. Outdoor seating is available on their patio, with additional condiments and utensils stored conveniently outside as well. Awards Voted "Best Hots Restuarant" and "Best Cheap Eats" by City Newspaper's 'Best of Rochester' Awards in 2015.1

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Liberty Tax Service

Former Penfield location, Feb 2010, BradMandell Feb 2010, BradMandell Liberty Tax Service is a national chain tax preparation company with several locations in the Rochester area. Liberty is known for its Statue of Liberty crown logo and their "guerrilla marketing" campaigns at tax time where folks dressed up in green robes and foam crowns stand by the curb, dance and wave at the passers-by. Photo at right shows waver on Empire Boulevard in Penfield/Webster, across from Delta Sonic on February 26, 2010.

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Ginna Nuclear Power Plant

BACKGROUND According to Wikipedia, Ginna Nuclear Power Plant is "one of the oldest nuclear power reactors still in operation in the United States, having gone into commercial operation in 1970." Rochester Gas & Electric owned and operated Ginna until 2004, when it sold the station to Constellation Energy. IMPACT Portions of Monroe County, specifically sections of Webster, are within the 10 mile emergency response radius of the Nuclear Plant. People living within this area should be aware of their specific evacuation route and destination in case of an emergency. Refer to additional information about preventive Iodine Tablets on the Monroe County Office of Emergency Preparedness Webpage. You may download the Emergency Response information in Calendar Format (.pdf) from the Constellation Website See also Rochester Environmental Issues for information and discussion of issues. References Ginna Nuclear Generating Station Wayne County Emergency Page Nuclear Tourist Page DOE EIA Page FEMA - Are You Ready

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Livonia Avon and Lakeville Railroad Corporation

Livonia Avon Railroad The Livonia Avon Railroad and Lakeville Railroad (LARL) is the Rochester connected part of the Livonia Avon and Lakeville Railroad Corporation, a 282-mile railroad system operating throughout western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania. The rail line is of special interest to Rochester train spotting aficionados. The LALR rail lines run from the Brooks Yard terminus on Brooks Avenue near Rochester Airport and in Henrietta to both Avon and Silver Springs. The Avon line continues to Lakeville. "Rochester & Southern at Brooks Ave. Rochester, NY (RCBRV) – Connection with RSR Train service operates as required to/from Rochester, typically 3X/week. Lakeville and Avon patrons are switched as required, including weekends. Note: Movement between Silver Springs and Rochester is via LAL haulage over RSR." The Company Website promotes use of rail transport in the corridors they serve. Companies they service include Barilla Pasta Notes and References Google Map of Stations and Route Active LALR ''Trainspotter'' Group on Yahoo Groups

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Century Club of Rochester

The Century Club of Rochester is a mansion on East Avenue which is the oldest women's club in the city of Rochester. Founded in 1910, the members of the club's mission has been to support cultural and charitable events, seek diversity, and grow personal and professional relationships. The mansion does have banquet space for wedding receptions. In November 2015, the mansion was purchased by the owners of the Strathallan Hotel to manage events for the club and to expand the hotel's event planning activities. In 2016, the Strathallan Spa opened behind the building, which became the Ape & Canary in 2018,

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Lee Morse

Lee Morse, born on November 30, 1897, was a singer and actress who lived in Rochester from 1939 until her death on December 16, 1954. She was buried in Riverside Cemetery. "Morse weathered a rocky period that left those closest to her worried for her health. Life improved when she met Ray Farese, whom she married in 1946. Farese helped her revitalize her career by getting her a Rochester-based radio show and securing local club dates. She attempted a comeback with the song "Don't Even Change a Picture on the Wall," written in the 1940s for the World War II soldiers and finally recorded in 1951. Although the song enjoyed local success, it failed to launch her to the heights she had once enjoyed." 1 Notes and References Lee Morse on FindAGrave.com Lee Morse on IMDB LeeMorse.com 1Lee Morse on Wikipedia

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Auragen Communications

Auragen Communications Auragen Communications, founded in 1995, is one of the largest Web development firms in Rochester, NY. Recognized nationally and locally for its work, the company provides online branding and large-scale Internet, intranet and extranet development to clients, including Eastman Kodak, Carestream Health, M&T Bank, Paragon Sports, Home Properties and Wegmans Food Markets. Located in Village Gate. Catalyst Direct, Inc., a nationally recognized direct marketing agency, has recently purchased Auragen Communications, a leader in strategic interactive services. The acquisition brings together the two companies and enhances Catalyst’s capabilities, positioning the company as a truly integrated direct marketing firm. Twenty Auragen employees will also join Catalyst, expanding the company’s staff to 85.

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Hammer Packaging

Hammer Packaging is a package printing and labeling service company located in Gates. The companies services include package label design and printing - they help: "to communicate your brand image through high quality packaging printing. Some of the world’s best known brands use us ... From pre-press through finishing we process over 22 billion labels a year on 12 presses across five locations." Jim Hammer is the 2008 recipient of Rochester Institute of Technology’s Herbert W. Vanden Brul Entrepreneurial Award. 1

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Advanced Language Translation Inc.

Advanced Language Translation Inc. is a company providing corporate translation and localization services with its offices in the Cascade District. Established in 1994, Advanced Language helps corporate clients in Rochester, Western New York and across North America communicate with their customers in over 40 languages. In addition to traditional translation services, Advanced Language also offers technical services for localizing software, websites and multimedia presentations. The company also offers comprehensive foreign language desktop publishing services in over 40 languages, using the most current tools such as Adobe InDesign CS2, Photoshop, Illustrator, Framemaker, Quark Xpress and Microsoft Word. Advanced Language Translation provides technical translation in the areas of machine tools, advanced manufacturing, finance, medical devices, food manufacturing, health care, employee relations, information technology and tourism among others. The company achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification in January 2004.

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Greater Rochester International Airport

Our local airport, with the ICAO Airport Identifier KROC. More information about airlines and flights is available at How To Get To Rochester. Getting to the Airport The airport is located between the suburbs of Gates and Chili, southwest of the city just off the Interstate 390 expressway. It is served by the number 2 bus, taxis and various hotel shuttles. There are two entrances to the airport loop: the main one from the Brooks Ave West (Route 204) exit of the 390 expressway - make sure you stay in the right lane and take the ramp. The other is from Scottsville Road between the police station and the gas station and can be difficult to find. Parking is available in a parking structure, self-park lot and both on-airport and off-airport shuttle lots. The shuttle service, which is run by the airport, is relatively quick and efficient, by major airport standards. Amenities After a remodeling project completed in Summer 2005, all of the airport amenities are available only to passengers who have passed through a security checkpoint. The airport offers free wireless internet access! There is an ATM of Canandaigua National Bank (?) Restaurants include Gusto. Retail is limited to Hudson News and a couple of specialty retail stores. Cost and Alternatives Rochester had once been one of the more expensive destinations in the United States. The arrival of budget carriers JetBlue and Southwest Airlines have moderated the average ticket cost at ROC. Since 2009 GRIA has been ranked yearly by Cheapflights.com. Its ranking position has fluctuated over the years (14th in 2010, 12th in 2011, 13th in 2013, and 28th in 2014). However each year it has been consistently ranked well above Buffalo, Syracuse and Albany for affordability. These rankings are based on average fare cost from data collected by Cheapflights.com General Aviation & Private Charter Private Gulfstream IV taking off Runway 28 ©2007 Christopher Wahl The Airport also has two FBOs (Fixed Based Operations) which provide aviation services to both tenant and transient aircraft. Both FBOs have their main facilities on Scottsville Road. Each have contracts with different airlines to provide fuel services. The five large tanks that can be seen when passing the airport on Interstate 390 are filled with 45,000 gallons of Jet-A (at max capacity), a fuel made from refined kerosene and pumped into turbine powered aircraft. The fuel farm, as it is called, is owned by Monroe County, but run by USAirports. USAirports is a locally owned location and is run by Anthony J Costello & Son Management Inc. The primary facility is on the south side of the airport, just past Landmark Aviation. It houses Bausch and Lomb and Constellation Brands aircraft while also serving any transient aircraft that may come through. The northern facility, located off of Brooks Ave, behind the USAirports Corp. Building (the building with the temp/clock on it seen when entering the airport), houses the USAirports Aircraft Charter service, PF Air, Jet Aviation, and Rochester Aviation aircraft. This facility is usually only used for tenant aircraft. Transient aircraft are generally directed to the south side ramp. Landmark Aviation is a national chain FBO. Their two locations, both on Scottsville Road, at East and West. The West facility is the primary one and across the street from the Landing Strip Grill and Bar. The East facility is located next to Rochester Air Center and houses AirVenture Aviation.

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Mark Palmiere - Social Security Disability Attorney

The Law Office of Mark J. Palmiere provides experienced legal assistance in obtaining Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) benefits for qualified claimants. With more than 25 years of legal experience as a social security attorney in Rochester NY, Mark and his legal staff understand the process involved, how SSA operates, and how to dramatically increase your chances for a positive result.

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East Avenue Inn & Suites

The East Avenue Inn & Suites The East Avenue Inn & Suites was a moderately-priced boutique hotel in the East End neighborhood, located at the edge of downtown, on the corner of East and Alexander. The Inn had 58 guest rooms, including twenty-four suites with kitchenettes, and two state-of-the-art meeting spaces. The East Avenue Inn & Suites specialized in corporate travel and weddings, but also regularly catered to the East End and Park Avenue dining, nightlife, and theater scenes. It was within walking distance of the Rochester International Jazz Fest, the George Eastman House, the Memorial Art Gallery, the Strong National Museum of Play, and the Rochester Museum & Science Center. Included in the rental of any room or suite was free wi-fi, free parking, and continental breakfast. Other amenities included a fitness center, a business center, iPod docking stations, DirecTV with premium movie channels, and custom-designed fireplaces throughout the hotel. All rooms were non-smoking. East Avenue Inn prided itself on sustainable practices that created less waste and consumes less natural resources. The hotel was built in 1957. After a long hiatus it reopened on May 1, 2012 under new management. A full renovation of the property was completed in Spring 2014 and included the opening of a new onsite restaurant called City Grill Rochester. The new style was inspired by the artistic and musical side of Rochester and features the artwork of local artist Henry Avigon. Closed on May, 24 2019 to be torn down and replaced with a Courtyard hotel. After closing and before construction stared a lawsuit was initiated by the neighborhood against the city because neighbors think the new hotel will not fit in the surrounding area. City Grill Rochester remains open. The inn as it appeared in May 2012.

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Dale Carnegie

Dale Carnegie Training is the premier leadership training and development firm for individuals and corporate entities alike. They specialize in business performance and efficacy, personal success skills, public speaking and corporate consulting in the Rochester area. Services Offered: personal/organizational leadership development communication skills corporate solutions public speaking sales strategy/skill development professional consulting monthly events (workshops, round-tables, seminars) Courses Offered: The Dale Carnegie Course - Skills for Success Leadership Training for Managers High Impact Presentations The Sales Advantage Sales Success - Jeffrey Gitomer/Dale Carnegie Awards Local Awards In the Media Dale Carnegie Rochester has been in the media several times and their master trainers/staff have provided expert advice in the Democrat & Chronicle and other news media sources.

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