This Week
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Plans big on future of RG&E: Iberdrola CEO details vision for firm in U.S.
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D4 LLC has evolved from a company that dealt largely with paper records to a master of digital technology.
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VI Manufacturing president Paul Ozminkowski banks on trust, hard work.
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Founders of AAC etc. round up apps and devices that ease communication.
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The right financing chemistry marries investors to innovative ideas.
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Finalists and honorees for the 2013 Financial Executive of the Year Award are profiled.
- Reports: B&L close to being acquired
Canada’s largest drugmaker is close to acquiring Bausch & Lomb Inc. in a roughly $9 billion deal, published reports state. - Seneca Foods shares dip after firm reports Q4 results
Seneca Foods Corp. reported a fourth-quarter profit and slight increase in sales because of increased sales prices and volume. - Majority differs with Cuomo on councils
Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the regional economic development councils have been "a tremendous success," but more than half of respondents to this week's RBJ Daily Report Snap Poll do not share that view. - Next Level Strength and Conditioning opens facility
A sports performance training business co-owned by former Rochester Americans and Buffalo Sabres hockey player Rory Fitzpatrick has opened a training facility in Perinton, with summer programs to begin June 3. - Rincon Criollo restaurant opens on Dewey Avenue
Rincon Criollo, a restaurant specializing in Puerto Rican sandwiches, celebrated its grand opening this week on Dewey Avenue. - Two city bureaus moving to new offices
The city of Rochester’s Bureau of Youth Services and Bureau of Employment Opportunities are moving to new offices at the Central Library beginning Tuesday, officials announced Friday. - Duffy: Off-campus firms in tax-free program must ink PILOT deals
Businesses that qualify for Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s tax-free initiative for locating near SUNY schools would be required to negotiate payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreements with local governments, Lt. Gov. Robert Duffy said Thursday during a stop in Rochester. - Report ranks N.Y. 49th out of 50 for economic growth
New York’s income and property taxes and workers’ compensation costs have contributed to the state’s poor economic outlook and ranking as the second to worst state for economic growth, a new report by the American Legislative Exchange Council shows. - Gannett Building listed for $4.95 million
The Democrat and Chronicle Media Group has listed its downtown property, at 55 Exchange Blvd., for sale for $4.95 million. - The Ravioli Shop to shut down retail business
The Ravioli Shop plans to shut down the retail end of its business this weekend. - Schumer: Stage Act would benefit RBTL
Sen. Charles Schumer said this week legislation he plans to introduce would benefit the Rochester Broadway Theatre League in bringing in commercial stage productions. - Geneseo warplane museum gets new name
A Geneseo museum dedicated to the history of warplanes is taking on a national stature. - Brooks to give State of the County address
Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks is slated to give her 2013 State of the County address at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Eastman Business Park. The business park is a focal point for economic development in the Rochester area. It is listed as the top priority for the Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council. - Omaha Steaks store opens in Pittsford
Omaha Steaks on Thursday opened its new store in Pittsford at 3240 Monroe Ave.
Opinion
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Majority differs with Cuomo on councils Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the regional economic development councils have been "a tremendous success," but more than half of respondents to this week's RBJ Daily Report Snap Poll do not share that view. |
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Protecting their own Ousting Mr. Silver as Assembly speaker would not transform the capital's culture; the problems are too deeply rooted. But consequences for misuse of his power would be a first step. |
Again this year, there's even more to Explore Even at 100 pages, Explore Greater Rochester only scratches the surface of what makes this region stand out. |
More From RBJ
- NTID makes a big contribution to the local economy and promotes Rochester's "brand" worldwide.Check out this week's Seen page. You might recognize someone.
- Rick Woodson - 1940-2013. Learn about the life and career of RBJ's longtime, award-winning columnist.Hattie Bryant hosts Small Business School. Daily videos educate you on small business operations.
- See the best bets for things to do this week in Rochester. Plus, the complete Explore listings.Check out photos from the recent Forty Under 40 Alumni Golf Outing and Reception.
New York State Headlines
US/World Headlines
- Two rockets hit southern Beirut district: residents (5/25/2013 9:55:01 PM)
- Report: New controversy at scandal-scarred Rutgers (5/25/2013 9:36:03 PM)
- 2 rockets hit Lebanese Hezbollah stronghold (5/25/2013 9:15:11 PM)
- Spurs take 3-0 lead, beat Grizzlies 104-93 in OT (5/25/2013 8:20:15 PM)
- Cain stops Bigfoot in 1st round, defends UFC title (5/25/2013 8:18:03 PM)
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